It's been nearly 8 years since my son Andrew (my only child) was killed in a car crash. Since then, as well as the huge trauma and grief, PTSD and being unable to work, I've had no life direction or motivation.
In March 2016, i went for a trip up to PNG (with members of my family), to where i grew up. This was the first time I'd been back since i was 14/15 and i loved every minute of my time there. I came home with a strong feeling that I'd like to go back and help in the school
The place i call home is Kusambuk, and my brother Phil Spence is taking a team of workers up in April next year and he said "they need teachers at the school". It is ALL VOLUNTEER and the team will include nurses to provide some health care while we're there.
Yay, that's for me i said!
So begins a new journey for me which includes direction, passion and motivation, feeling very grateful :-)
I haven't been able to work since my son's death so the only way I can do this is with your help. I'm so grateful for your generosity and in return I'll be making a picture e-book for you all to enjoy :-)
I am raising funds to cover my plane tickets, insurances, accommodation, food, travel costs and essential items needed up at Kusambuk in Papua New Guinea.
I am going to VOLUNTEER in the school that my parents built and established back in the early 1960s to continue my parent's passion for teaching.
Funds Banked To
Judith Spence
JS
Campaign Creator
Judith Spence
Margate, QLD
Fri, 16 Mar 2018
Kim Haycroft
$ 100
Hi Jude. Delighted you have found something that inspires you. Wishing you all the best and much, much love, Kim
Tue, 13 Mar 2018
Anonymous
$ 100
Sat, 24 Feb 2018
Noo Crighton
$ 50
Wed, 31 Jan 2018
Anonymous
$ 100
Tue, 30 Jan 2018
Felicity Grace
$ 50
This one is for girls education - or the most vulnerable.
Sun, 28 Jan 2018
Melva Molyneux
$ 150
Am very proud of your courageous decision to spend time at Kusambuk. I know you won't regret it. We have wonderful memories of living there many years ago.
Sun, 21 Jan 2018
Anonymous
$ 200
Tue, 9 Jan 2018
Noo Crighton
$ 100
Wed, 13 Dec 2017
Margie Dunford
$ 250
Jude, to say we are proud of you is an understatement!!! You are one amazing girl. Love you babe ❤️ Marg n Grah xxxoooxxx
Mon, 11 Dec 2017
Elva Kayes
$ 50
Have a fantastic time Jud - I know those children will also have a fantastic time as you give your time and talents! <3
I am raising funds to cover my plane tickets, insurances, accommodation, food, travel costs and essential items needed up at Kusambuk in Papua New Guinea.
I am going to VOLUNTEER in the school that my parents built and established back in the early 1960s to continue my parent's passion for teaching.
Hi Jude. Delighted you have found something that inspires you. Wishing you all the best and much, much love, Kim