To develop a meaningful and ongoing link between the St Michael's school community and the Mukuru project

To further develop the Mercy ethos

To show people that we care and show solidarity with the Sisters in Kenya

To make a difference by working with and talking to local people in Mukuru

To change pupils thinking and understanding about development projects in the third world

To change pupils views of their own lifestyles

To appreciate what we have and what others don't have

To share our experience and ideas with the whole school community when we get home

To give pupils an opportunity to develop their own personal faith and change their attitudes

To learn from the pupils in Mukuru