Baie du Tombeau

Divesh Gokool: Poverty at Large in Mauritius

Today we are leaving in an era where the rich are getting richer and the poor are getting poorer. According to the world statistics report, over three billions people live less than $2.50 a day and at least 80% of humanity lives on less than $10 a day. Moreover, more than 80% of the world population lives in countries where income differentials are widening. Continue reading “Divesh Gokool: Poverty at Large in Mauritius”

Poojha Bissoon: Between Hope and Disillusion at Longère Tole

3 years ago, I won the first prize in a national competition on ‘how human rights affect my everyday life’. Proud of the facilities that I enjoyed as a citizen of this world, I found that Human Rights is the basic of all rights as a human take birth on earth, all Human Rights are attached to him or her at that particular moment. Rights such as primarily; Right to Live which when infringed falls under the laws of criminals. Continue reading “Poojha Bissoon: Between Hope and Disillusion at Longère Tole”

Humaïraa Emmambux–Sowdayer: My Take on Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole

Being a member at YUVA is the greatest discovery of knowing the capacity of my youth. Mr. Krishna Athal and Mr. Jovani Rose are one of the best mentors and inspirators who make me realise about my capability and skills which I possess in myself. Continue reading “Humaïraa Emmambux–Sowdayer: My Take on Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole”

Sachin Bhagirath: My Experience of Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole

Basically, it is said that life in a village is not as fast as it in the city. It is most peaceful, calm and quiet. Today, being a volunteer of the social group YUVA, I have got the opportunity to visit a village at Tombeau Bay, in the west part of Mauritius.

Despite being a Mauritian, it is the first time that I have seen the other facet of the society where people are living below the poverty line. This experience shocked me and really touched my heart. It is said that a human has several needs to satisfy and one of the basic human need is clothes. Continue reading “Sachin Bhagirath: My Experience of Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole”

Chelvin Ramsamy: My Experience of Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole

On 10 December 2017, YUVA proceeded with the distribution of clothes to around 68 families at Longere Toler/Blanc, Baie du Tombeau. Although we are in 2017, I came to realise that there are still people who are living in deplorable conditions in our paradise island.

Along with Mrs Veronique who works for YUVA Baie du Tombeau, we, YUVANs, went door-to-door to meet these families and distribute clothes to them. Each and every home in Longere Tole is extremely small and crowded. As I was distributing the clothes around, I had the opportunity to peek into the houses and saw some tiny rooms with up to six people living inside. Continue reading “Chelvin Ramsamy: My Experience of Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole”

Manai Gatil: Clothes Distribution to 68 Vulnerable Families of Longère Tole

“In order to achieve improved outcomes for families at risk, a paradigm shift is required so that unequal outcomes for families and children are seen as social injustices, rather than as products of individual dysfunction or deficit” – Philip Slee

YUVA, an NGO headed by Mr. Krishna Athal, organised a social event at Longère Tole, Baie Du Tombeau, being one of the disadvantaged regions in Mauritius, on the 10^th December 2017. The activity consisted mainly to distribute collected clothes to families in need, and to have an overview of the state and way of living of the individuals over there. We had to move house per house to visit the families. Continue reading “Manai Gatil: Clothes Distribution to 68 Vulnerable Families of Longère Tole”

Bakang Joseph: My Personal Reflection on Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole

The mere sight of one who lacks; one who struggles to attain basic human survival necessities that most perceive as insignificant, is indeed for the strong at heart. After taking part in voluntary donation activities over the years in different parts of my home country, Botswana, I had assumed my visit to Longere Tole, Baie Du Tombeau with the YUVA team would be one like any other. My desire to sign up as a delegate for the 2017 Global Social Leader Forum was sparked by standing a chance to see and experience living conditions of Mauritian disadvantaged communities; but never for a second had I imagined the dire living conditions some of the locals are forced to endure, day in-day out. Continue reading “Bakang Joseph: My Personal Reflection on Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole”

Merile Baboojeelall: My Experience of Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole

I’m Merile Baboojeelall and I’m a student. Actually, I’m doing my diploma in Events Management at Rushmore Business School. It was a new experience to see the condition of living of these people in Mauritius itself. In fact, I’m a Mauritian and can see how nowadays Government can hide those part of Mauritius to people. As the brand name of Mauritius is Mauritius is a pleasure but unfortunately, not everyone knows that this country has two aspects: the positive and the negative. Continue reading “Merile Baboojeelall: My Experience of Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole”

Nida Jawad: The Dark Side of the Longère Tole Story

“Mauritius was made first, and then heaven, and that heaven was copied after Mauritius”- Mark Twain.

What comes to your mind when we talk about Mauritius- a long relaxing holiday on the famous white sand beaches, hiking, rock climbing and mind-boggling water activities for everyone? Same feelings were in my mind when I was packing my stuff to attend a Social Leader Forum in Port Louis the capital of the country whose stories of multi-religion, multi-culture and multi-language always fantasized me- High rank of democracy, economic rate and political freedom has always been the tales about the island by the number of websites on the internet which put me in a doubt when I personally went and observed. Continue reading “Nida Jawad: The Dark Side of the Longère Tole Story”

Kirti Sheonarain: My Experience of Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole

The scorching sun, the muddy ground and the rusty iron sheets ensured that I was fully conscious and felt every single step that I was taking while walking through that side of Mauritius that has been censored out from the postcards, for years now. We were smiling, but so were they. Except the fact that, they knew how to smile with the least they had, and we are always looking for “more”. Continue reading “Kirti Sheonarain: My Experience of Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole”

Rana Muhammad Ali: Spreading Happiness and Hope at Longère Tole

Today we went to a place not even known by most of the residents living in Mauritius. We met the people who are living below poverty line. In Mauritius to imagine that such place exist was shocking. Being a tourist I was thinking and as according to my search on Mauritius I have not seen anything or any website mentioning these areas. Maybe my search was not focused on these areas as its Image was shown to the world that it is a perfect Holiday destination and yes it is, but this side of this beautiful holiday destination was altogether invisible. Continue reading “Rana Muhammad Ali: Spreading Happiness and Hope at Longère Tole”

Ramani Panjanaden: My Experience of Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole

Being a delegate of the Global Social Leader Forum 2017, I felt that we received a warm welcome from YUVANS.

We first visited Longère Tole found Baie du Tombeau for clothes donation. After the clothes donation, we returned back to the YUVA, where we were looked after by Mr. Rose and Mr. Gift. While, the Executive Director, Mr. Athal was preparing things for the delegates, we were introduced to two new activities. It was fun doing the two activities. We were then debriefed by Mr. Athal and we each shared our experiences in Longère Tole found Baie du Tombeau. Continue reading “Ramani Panjanaden: My Experience of Clothes Distribution at Longère Tole”

Total of 14,821 Cloth Items Distributed at Baie Du Tombeau in 3 Months

YUVA conducted its last clothes distribution campaign today at Longere Tole, Baie Du Tombeau with a total of 14,821 cloth items distributed at the destination for the last 3 months.

YUVA is determined to work towards helping needy families come out of poverty and to live a life where the basics are at least meant.

YUVA had launched its anti-poverty mission by collecting new and used clothes from individuals, civic and corporate organisations, then distributing those clothes to poor and disadvantaged people.

Clothes donation by YUVA at Longère Tolle, Baie du Tombeau

No Poverty Goal: 65 Needy Families Receive Clothes at Impasse Rouillard, Baie Du Tombeau

Today, Sunday 4 December 2016, YUVA has distributed clothes to 65 needy families of Impasse Rouillard, Baie Du Tombeau.

What a nice feeling to contribute a little time for the distribution of clothes to needy families this morning.

YUVA has launched its anti-poverty mission by collecting new and used clothes from individuals, civic and corporate organisations, then distributing those clothes to poor and disadvantaged people.

We’re happy to announce that today’s event was also successful, as earlier. Thanks to all for their support and dedication to conduct this program, even in their busy schedule.

Volunteers are most welcome; contact us on 57086868.

YUVA Mauritius volunteers at work

No Poverty Goal: 75 Needy Families Receive Clothes at Baie Du Tombeau

Today, Sunday 27 November 2016, YUVA has distributed clothes to 75 needy families of Longere Tole, Baie Du Tombeau.

YUVA has launched its anti-poverty mission by collecting new and used clothes from individuals, civic and corporate organisations, then distributing those clothes to poor and disadvantaged people.

Several collecting points were established to receive clothes, including at Bagatelle Mall, La Croisette and Baie Du Tombeau’s Simla Way.

YUVA has a bold commitment to finish what it started, and end poverty in all forms and dimensions. This involves targeting the most vulnerable, increasing access to basic resources and services, and supporting affected communities.

Lots of people are going through pains. Silent struggles. Check on people once in a while. Ask if they’re okay. Help them. You might save some lives.

If you have clothes taking up space in your closet, why not donate them to YUVA? No matter which charity you choose, your unused clothes will do more good in a donation bin than sitting in your closet. Call on 57086868.