Students in Year 8 conducted a Prayer Gathering in the PAC today with a focus on the important work of the YES Ausha organisation.

Mr Lincoln and Mr Garside allowed the students to provide major input into the proceedings of the Gathering and those attending would agree it was a meaningful and thoughtful occasion paying special atention to the purpose of YES Arusha and the support they provide to young people in Tanzania who seek an education.

Several students gave readings and read the prayers of the community while another group performed the singing and music to the song 'Fix You' by Coldplay. 

Guest Speaker, Mr Gillespie is on the Board for YES Arusha and he told a moving story of a young 12 year old girl who was taken from the school and sold for slavery. Lachlan Millar, founder of YES Arusha, found out about the young girl's plight and was able to retireve her from where she was and return her back to school where she now lives in the Safe House and attends Haradali School.

The Year 8 students would like to thank staff, students, special guests and parents who attended the Prayer gathering today.