no training could hurt those around you...

You may have read in the newspapers or seen on TV that there are many organizations and individuals who have gone in to Haiti with a heart to serve and have ended up hurting themselves or others in the long run. The orphanage problem is a big one right now. Many do not know if the Haitian orphans are in the orphanages they are in because they don't have a family or simply didn't have food on the table. Many of the folks trying to help by finding these children homes are actually ripping some of these children from their homes.

It is absolutely imperative that if you are going to go anywhere to do mission work you have at least the basic training before working. If you don't have training then go through an organization who will get you what you need to get the job done without you hurting those you have gone to help.

Neighbors Across the Land offers trainings for mission teams and individuals in disaster relief. If you would like to go overseas we have trainings on what you need to be fully prepared before leaving. Our President has worked with and trained hundred's of mission teams over the past several years and is willing to train you as well. Visit us at www.natldrr.org or email us at natldrr@gmail.com to find out more about trainings.

It is imporant to have basic training tied with the desire of your heart to serve others before heading into a disaster anywhere in the world. The best way to repsond is to know how to respond and this will prevent a lot of injuries. The last thing we want is to end up in disaster to help and cause another one while we are there serving our God and one another.