Blog: Meredith Saggers

  • Posted by Krista Jacobs on Tuesday, March 22, 2011
    Community Volunteers Help Mediate Land Disputes

    Land is a precious resource in Uganda, and agriculture is the main livelihood for most families, especially in rural areas like Luwero District in central Uganda. In recent years conflicts over land have become more prevalent due to a growing population, rising land values and confusion over the country’s land laws.

  • Posted by Meredith Saggers on Tuesday, October 12, 2010
    Maasai Women Create Their Own Market

    My favorite part of traveling is seeing the impact of ICRW’s work first hand. Sometimes, the determination of the women we serve is profoundly impressive. This was the case on my recent trip to Kenya.