The phrase “Tekivu Tale” in Fijian means to rebuild and that’s the goal of Tekivu Tale, to help rebuild and assist the beautiful people of Fiji.
The nation of Fiji suffered catastrophic damage when on 20th February, 2016, cyclone Winston wreaked havoc on the island nation of Fiji. 43 people lost their lives, severe damage was inflicted on infrastructure, and the cost of recovery is estimated around 360 million dollars. The challenge to rebuild this country will require the efforts of the global community measured in years of recovery work.
Tekivu Tale is the name of the volunteer network of parties (both indigenous and international) tackling this enormous challenge through a collective approach; combining resources, experience and a cohesive strategy. The goal is to build 30 homes in 8 months completing construction by the end of 2016.
Under the umbrella of Operation Foundation led by CEO Peter Schultz and volunteer Project Manager Mark Wilson in Australia, both local and overseas organisations, churches and individuals have come together in volunteer partnership to pool resources and maximise recovery efforts.
Mark Wilson and his wife Cheryl, founding pastors of Katalyst Baptist Church in Officer, Victoria, with previous experience living and working in Fiji, have both stepped up to the challenge. They are playing a major part in the recovery effort both on the ground in Fiji and here in Australia raising awareness and support.
Other Victorian Baptist Churches have also been involved in providing financial support to the Fiji rebuild project, including Hampton Park Baptist, Katalyst Church, Rowville Baptist , and Doveton Baptist.
You can read more about this project here
General Donations to Tekivu Tale can be made through Katalyst Church: Account: Fiji – BSB: 704 922 Number: 100014151
Tax deductible donations can be given for Rebuild Fiji through Pioneers of Australia via their website: www. pioneers.org.au. Click on the Fiji Cyclone bar on the right hand side of the home page then the donate now box. Specify the donation is for the project, Rebuild Fiji.
Source: BUV News