Many Ogilvy Hands

SEPT 15: TABLE TENNIS!

Dale Sattler — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:18:01 +0000

On the 15 September 2010, Les Watts will be attempting a Table Tennis Marathon, here at the Ogilvy offices in Canary Wharf.

He will be playing for 7 (yes, SEVEN!!!) hours (with the odd natural break) and will take on anyone who wants to play – regardless of their table tennis(sing) abilities. He also plans to battle it out against a robot when there is nobody left to challenge.

Please, please, please show your support by sponsoring Les for the event and by being there on the day to help him raise money for Many Ogilvy Hands.

PLUS
During the day there will be a chance for people to participate in, what might be, the biggest game of ‘Around The World’ EVER… (it could be a record!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdpk5bZdles&feature=related

For donations, please go to Les’s justgiving page:

justgiving.com/leswatts

Thanks in advance

Les Watts
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September 2010: London

Lee Maddox — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:01:19 +0000

On the 15 September 2010, Les Watts will be attempting a Table Tennis Marathon, here at the Ogilvy offices in Canary Wharf.

Please, please, please show your support by sponsoring Les for the event and by being there on the day to help him raise money for Many Ogilvy Hands.

PLUS
During the day there will be a chance for people to participate in, what might be, the biggest game of ‘Around The World’ EVER… (it could be a record!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdpk5bZdles&feature=related

For donations, please go to Les’s justgiving page:

justgiving.com/leswatts

Thanks in advance

Les Watts
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June 13: Our day off

Hannah Smith — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:23:44 +0000

A day off today got us to the Nile for a boat ride. Needless to say it was incredible, despite the weather conditions (rain). Lunch at the Hotel Triangle with the Tilapia fish, once again amazing. We followed on to the rapids where we caught 2 canoeists speeding down the masses of water flowing down the Nile. The group of us staying on for the weekend definitely got a taster of what is in store for us on our whitewater rafting trip. The group nap next to the rapids didn’t go amiss either.

Tuawa and Jamil – our guides/drivers – then took a stopoff at the local night market. Masses of men and women selling fruits and vegetables amongst other things filled the streets of Lugazi. Speaking to Tuawa he explained to me that most of the stalls and shops would be bringing in around 3000 shillings a day – less than a pound. People there would also work in the day in the sugar factory across the road if they could. Although the people here have very little, something we have all noticed is how high morale is, and how happy and welcoming people are. This is definitely something I’ll be bringing back with me.

June 12: The work begins

Hannah Smith — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:20:57 +0000

Two cockroaches and a giant spider means Vicky has now been named Chief Cockroach Catcher (CCC). Building site this morning – digging and clearing the site around the school. Plastering on some extremely wobbly scaffolding eventually ended up in two local builders collapsing into heap.

Visiting the IN medical centre in the next village (Kindi) was a real eye-opener. Old and torn posters adorned the walls – lots of pictures to follow upon return. I think what struck us all today was the environment of the medical centre – although the staff there are doing a great job there is still a lot of room for extra resources and building TLC.

Football followed today and Johnny (the American) annoyed us all with his American flag and matching cap. Although he did attempt to sing along to his national anthem, he was somewhat unsuccessful – especially as he didn’t know the words.

June 11th: We’re in Africa!

Hannah Smith — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:18:59 +0000

Upon arrival we were greeted by a wonderful torrential downpour – so dripping wet and ever so slightly jetlagged, we ran through the river of water that had covered the ground outside. After squeezing into the mini buses for a soggy drive to the bank and a stop off at the supermarket, we were away. Buikwe just a dusty dirt-track away.

We have met so many of the children today its been absolutely amazing. The atmosphere at the centre is a constant buzz and I think we are now all realising why past visitors are so keen to return.

A tour of the schools and village, then dinner, followed by a campfire and some marshmallows, left us all tucked up in bed. A bedtime momentarily interrupted by poor Katie’s scream as a cockroach climbed over her. Oh boy this is going to be fun!!!

June 10th: Departure day

Hannah Smith — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 12:17:55 +0000

So, we all arrived in one piece at T5N checked in and successfully boarded a somewhat packed plane. Everyone is now fast asleep as I write, after eating a rather questionable rice dish, and glugging the last alcohol for the week, it seems we have all calmed down a bit! Mood seems to mix between frantic excitement and the overwhelming realisation of sleep deprivation. Now sleep time it is… Over and out.

David Sewell

Justin Cairns — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 09:20:56 +0000

Hi, I’m Dave, I’ve been at O&M Advertising for over three years now.
I’ve never done this kind of thing before but it was always a regret of mine for not doing before I got into working life. To have the opportunity to take part with Ogilvy is fantastic so I jumped at the chance. I’ll let you know how it’s going on twitter!

Robin Pattinson

Justin Cairns — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:45:26 +0000

Hello.

I’m Robin and I’ve been interested in the MOH project since it was first announced last year.
Now I am fortunate enough to be involved on the June trip and can’t wait to get stuck in on the site.
By the looks of things the previous groups have done a great job so I’m looking forward to painting a giant, semi-religious mural of myself where the chalk board should be.
If you believe in my cause please donate at;

http://www.justgiving.com/ogilvy-uganda

Katie Norman

Justin Cairns — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 15:25:00 +0000

Hi, I’m Katie. I’ve been at Ogilvy for almost 3 years and seen the Many Ogilvy Hands project come to life over the past year.

I wanted to get involved when I saw what a huge impact it would have on the community of Buikwe and the hundreds of kids who would have the chance to get a decent education because of it. The work that has been done so far is amazing and I’m really excited to be part of this next phase and beyond.

http://www.justgiving.com/norman-in-uganda

Hannah Smith

Justin Cairns — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 15:23:25 +0000

I have seemingly jumped on the Many Ogilvy Hands Ugandan bandwagon at the last minute and couldn’t be happier.

For me, the great thing about the project is being able to get involved in the ground work, as well as getting to meet the people who you will be helping directly. Not only will the team be fund-raising continuously over the coming months, but we’ll also be getting our hands dirty on the building site in return for your support. I have decided to write a blog whilst I’m out there, which I will post online when we return. I’ll make sure to bare all and be completely honest, so we can give everyone at home a true idea of our experiences out on the project.