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What is Life Uplifted by Change In Africa (LUCIA) ? Print E-mail

LUCIA is a registered charity that improves the lives of people living in troubled areas of Africa. We believe that the key to positive change is to help the African people, particularly women, to help themselves via education and long term self sustainable development projects. In turn, this reduces reliance on international aid.

Instead of simply giving repeated hand-outs of food or money, LUCIA works towards empowering African communities and individuals, so that they can become self sufficient and then go on to help others to do the same. LUCIA does occasionally use a small amount of its money to fund emergency relief work, as we recognise that some communities will need this in order to reach the sustainable development phase.

Read more about us and our projects online, or download the LUCIA information booklet (PDF File).

 
Burns Night 2010 Print E-mail
Written by Jill Russell   
Monday, 01 February 2010 21:56

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What better way to cheer up a cold January evening than a traditional Burns Supper and Ceilidh?  We were very proud to welcome our many talented friends along to recite, sing, pipe, fiddle and of course to toast everything from the bonnie lassies to the haggis skin with "a richt guid willie-waught".   Peter and the team at the Club did us proud with an excellent meal, and Cuckoo's Nest provided music for the dancing.  Thank you to everyone who took part.  It was over all too quickly, but raised a handsome amount for our projects, and sent us back out into the frosty night with a spring in our step and a warm glow.

 

Last Updated on Tuesday, 02 February 2010 13:54
 
Ironman Triathlon success! Print E-mail
Written by Sylvia Gardiner   
Monday, 28 December 2009 20:55

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Back in November, supporter David Stokes completed the half-ironman challenge in the blazing Australian heat to raise money for LUCIA. We can't thank him enough for his efforts and for inspiring us all to go that extra mile! Here he tells of his experience...

"On the 15th November 2009 I completed my first half-ironman in aid of LUCIA. A half-ironman is a type of triathlon, i.e. it involves a swim, a bike ride and a run in succession. The main reason for using the term 'ironman' is the distances involved, namely a 1.9km swim, a 90km bike ride followed by a 21km run (a half marathon).

I said I completed it, however what I haven't mentioned was that it took place in Shepparton, a small town in the middle of Victoria in Australia. Located at least 200km from the sea, there were blue skies, a bright sun and temperatures of 36C.

The day of the race started off with a reality check. My partner in crime Iain Sanders and I were checking into the event and getting ready for the 1.9km open water swim (in a muddy lake with a water temp of 26C) when it dawned upon us that our fellow competitors were a collection of Australia's elite athletes showcasing their well formed muscles and tanned bodies. Admittedly these were probably sprayed on...at least that's what I consoled myself with whilst people put on their sunnies to look at my blinding white body! There were six packs in abundance and very few sporting the party packs Iain and myself had paid good money for down at the local pub whilst carbo loading.

Last Updated on Friday, 01 January 2010 20:07
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Fall in love with a good book... Print E-mail
Written by Laura Creaven   
Thursday, 14 January 2010 21:42

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LUCIA is teaming up with Birmingham book lovers to host a unique Valentine's Day event.

February 14th will see LUCIA supporters, book fans - the Birmingham Bookcrossers and members of the public join forces over a hot drink to share their favourite reads. Attendees at the event, which starts at 2pm, will also have chance to listen to award winning author R.J. Ellory speak about his favourite books. 

Guests will be able to find a new book to fall in love with, as they hear a series of impassioned recommendations from other bibliophiles and be able to bid on the books at the culmination of the event. The afternoon, which has been supported by hosts Urban Coffee Company and other local organisations, aims to raise money for LUCIA's projects in Ethiopia.

Books are close to the charity's heart.  The trustees have all worked in the University of Birmingham Library and want to organise this quirky event so LUCIA supporters can find a new book to love. Everyone knows recommendations are better when they come from people and LUCIA wants to give local readers the chance to inspire one another.

The book event will be happening on Sunday 14th February from 2pm at the Urban Coffee Company in Birmingham city centre. Free to attend, but of course donations are welcome!

Check out IAmBirmingham's video about our preparations for this fantastic event. For further details please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Last Updated on Friday, 12 February 2010 21:00
 
Christmas Raffle Winners 2009 Print E-mail
Written by Jill Russell   
Friday, 04 December 2009 12:00

Our Raffle was drawn on Friday 4th December and the lucky winners are as follows.

We'd like to say a big thank you to all the people who donated our lovely prizes.  Thank you also to everyone who bought a ticket -if you haven't won anything this time round, better luck next year!

Last Updated on Tuesday, 02 February 2010 13:56
Full list of winners here...