On June 13 several members of Lions Erasmus met with representatives of Femme Contemporaine. This organisation has regularly benefitted from our help wrapping and filling shoeboxes for children who otherwise would not receive any Christmas presents.

This evening encounter conveyed to us how necessary and valuable this umbrella organisation is. They represent a number of organisations that support families in need as well as single women and children who have been victims of violence.

The exchanges during this meeting confronted us with numerous sad and moving stories but also showed us the women’s commitment to offer assistance to those in desperate need. That night was eye-opening for us and encourages us to continue our support.