WFWP Sweden - Midsummer Family Festivities

WFWP-Sweden held a joyful Midsummer family gathering June 20-22 in Kloten, Sweden with

around 30 participants. The venueplace is located in deep forest with several lakes nearby. The

weekend included traditional midsummer festivities with songs and dances around the midsummer

pole, shared outdoor meals, canoeing, nature walks and plenty of time for deep sharings. Attendees

stayed in a large traditional farmhouse or in nearby cabins. A scheduled WFWP meeting featured

european activities and news presented by Vigdis Parkins. Rokeya Begum gave a presentation about

clean water projects in Bangladesh and shared about her work as a Douala helping women in

childbirthing. Four men from MSW (men supporting women) also attended this meeting and Jan Peter

Östberg shared what inspired him to want to join WFWP in this supportive way The event was

refreshing and greatly appreciated, with heartfelt thanks to the Freelands family for hosting.