Story
<p>Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.</p>
<p>I'm Anton, and for the next two years, I will be working as Organisational Development Advisor with the Gambian Association for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (GADHOH). Supported by Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO), I will be helping facilitate the empowerment of deaf children and their families.</p>
<p>I know first hand how fortunate I have been to have had the opportunities to chase my dreams and realise my potential. It hasn't been easy sailing, but every barrier I break, each obstacle I overcome, and achievement I reach, reinforces my belief that losing your hearing doesn't mean a life sentenced to the sidelines. I hope my example will reassure the families of deaf children in the Gambia, and help enable them all to live the quality of life they deserve.</p>
<p>This isn't about me though.</p>
<p>The more I learn about what the VSO does and the people that volunteer with them, the more I realise the importance of their work. I know I will look back many years from now, and remember the many hearts I would have touched and the lives I had helped change, hopefully for the better. In fact this is what makes the VSO really stand out for me.</p>
<p>It isn't just money that you will be donating. From your kind and thoughtful contribution will be the gift of volunteers, whose skills, knowledge, experience and personal qualities add value to communities; to people with disabilities; to the rights of women; to education and healthcare; to strenghening the governance of developing countries, and much more.</p>
<p>I'm excited about the VSO and am committed to making a difference. I hope you are too. </p>
<p>So please dig deep into your pockets and help us change lives.</p>
<p>I for one, will be very grateful.</p>