Tuesday, February 20, 2007

Darfur Proposition

Education for Darfur’s Children


Only the educated are free. - Epictetus

EDUCATION:

Education alone can transform a war ridden nation into a peaceful and just one. Through the vehicle of education, patience, tolerance, economics, communication and other vital skills are learned. Darfur is currently a den to fear, desperation and forces that drive conflict. With education we can change the world. With education, Darfur can be transformed. Through the education of children, the leaders and citizens of tomorrow will be wise, tempered and transformed from victim to leaders of peace.

UNITED NATIONS GOALS:

United Nations and Partners are working towards the following goals:

-equitable access to quality basic education for girls and boys;

-improved access to complementary basic education for school children, adolescents and adults;

-increased availability of vocational skills training programs.

FUNDRAISER GOALS:

To raise $50,000 towards the education of girls and boys in Darfur.

Funds raised would: buy classroom kits, pay to train teachers and help build and remodel school buildings.

The EVENT :

Date: Saturday, March 24, 2007

Location: Multicultural Center at Portland State University (Smith Hall)

Time: 7:00p.m. to 10:00p.m.

Entertainment: Adam Hurst (cellist), Nick Jaina and Loch Lomond, as well as a presentation of the current situation in Darfur, the need for education and an outline of where, specifically, the funds would go. This would entail a speaker and slide show presentation.

Art Sale: Fine art pieces for sale and/or auction.

Silent Auction: and/or raffle: Fine Dining Experiences, Movie or Concert Tickets, Etc..

Door Price: No Entry Fee, Donations Accepted

Refreshments: Appetizers,pizza, desserts, fruit and beverages.

EVENT STAFFING AND DETAILS:

Credit Card Machine

Wait Staff

Cashiers

Door Staff

Music/Entertainment Tech and Stage Staff

SOURCES OF FUNDING:

Door Price

Art Sale

Silent Auction

General Donations

Schools Project

at 10:52 AM

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1 comment:

Unknown said...

Kudos, what a worthy event!

March 2, 2007 at 9:13 AM

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