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		<description><![CDATA[In February a group of students spent&nbsp;two weeks in&nbsp;Kenya, where they worked with a charity supporting vulnerable children and families.&nbsp;&nbsp;The group travelled to the rural community of Musanda in western Kenya to work alongside the Nasio Trust, a charity with roots in both Oxfordshire and Kenya.

Based in Abingdon, Nasio supports children through education, healthcare and community development. The charity is celebrating 25 years of impact this year, having transformed the lives of more than 600 children since its founding in 2001. To mark the milestone, a Church Service will be held at Dorchester Abbey on June 14.

Despite a challenging journey that included long delays and disrupted flights, students arrived to a warm welcome from the local community. Staff said one of the most striking aspects of the visit was the kindness and hospitality shown by everyone they met.

Greeting others is an important part of daily life, with people taking time to acknowledge one another properly &ndash; something students quickly came to value.

During the visit, students worked alongside local families, helping to carry water, support basic medical care and build homes for those living in unsafe conditions. Working together with local builders, Nasio staff and community members, they helped to construct two houses that will provide lasting security for families.

Students also attended lessons in local schools, learning alongside Kenyan pupils. Despite limited resources, they were struck by the focus, discipline and strong work ethic of the students they met.

The experience offered a powerful lesson in service. Students saw first-hand the impact of working for others and alongside others, recognising that leadership is not about status, but about contribution.

The trip also gave students a new perspective on daily life. Many families live without running water or electricity, yet the community is rich in resilience, joy and care. Students were reminded that happiness is not defined by what we have, but by the strength of relationships and a shared sense of purpose.

There were also opportunities to connect through sport. Students took part in football matches against teams from Mumias Muslim School. The games were closely contested and played in a positive spirit, bringing together students and the wider community in a shared sense of enjoyment.

Each evening, the group gathered to reflect on the day, ending with a shared rendition of the song &ldquo;Happy&rdquo;, which became a defining tradition of the trip.

The visit concluded with the completion and handover of the houses, alongside the planting of trees to mark the group&rsquo;s legacy in the community.
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