The last few weeks have literally flown by, especially as Eugenie and I were caught up in organizing the event against gender violence in the market area.
Successful event, during which with theater and music performances were addressed gbv topics, women's land rights and what to do in cases of gbv violence
By now it is time for me to go home as well. What can I say about these months?
It is difficult to put into words all the emotions I am feeling these last days in Shianda.
I am sad at the idea of leaving, scared at the idea of coming back. Honestly, I wish I could have stayed longer, because right at the moment when I really felt at home, the time has come.
I didn't always feel this way, the beginning was riddled with ups and downs, and anxiety due to being in a new place with new people, and especially in the first period it was hard not to feel lonely.
But that is part of the experience; over time I began to feel part of the community and and to consider Shianda my home. In all of this, the support and presence of my companions has been important.
What I would like to suggest is to come here with an open mind, try to live and laugh at every new experience, to not be scared, not to be afraid of stand for yourself , and to trust people because there is beauty in the world but sometimes it is not immediate and it takes time to be able to discover it.
I leave Shianda happy with this experience and the people I met!
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