We volunteered in Uganda to attain a better understanding of how life in third-world countries can differ from mine in Australia. During my stay, we spent time in refugee camps and local communities and witnessed the day-to-day struggle some Ugandans go through just to attain the most basic essentials like food and water. It became visibly apparent that many Ugandans were unemployed, not by choice but rather due to a lack of opportunity.

We wanted to help in some way shape or form however, it was unclear how I could play a part in the long-term development of Uganda’s economy. That was until we first saw vanilla at a local market. Captivated by the aroma, unlike anything we had ever seen at the local grocery store.