Following are suggested items for both men and women. * Two pairs of jeans or other pants in good condition * Three to five cotton T-shirts, tank tops, or button-down shirts * A few pairs of socks (avoid white) * One or two pairs of shorts for sports (shorts are not worn by Malian men or women in public except to play sports) * Sweatpants and a sweatshirt or sweater (it can get cold) * Lightweight