hi. it has been quite awhile since i posted an update!

I had a blast in Hawaii, couldnt have been better, but I am now back in the groove. As for War Child I am directing the International and Youth Programs, so it is quite a challenge, I have never worked so hard in my life, but I am learning a lot and really enjoying the environment. Its also in a super cool building and getting to see free concerts all the time is a perk too :)

As for school I have decided not to go, I think, but I just got awarded a scholorship, so that makes the decision even tougher.Ahhhh!

And TIG, I am still responding to youth reps and other emails, I average about 80 emails a week, so I am still answering quite a few. I am actually a little concerned about the youth reps, I have gotten a few distress emails saying that they feel like they have been deserted. yikes! so I am just wondering what the plan is with the youth reps and TakingITLocal. Anyone?

I am taking Spanish classes right across the street now, so i plan to come in on Monday around 6, so hopefully I can see some of your smiley faces.

Oh yes, Jeni and I are going to do a fundraising workshop again soon, maybe early July, late June?

See you soon!

Vanessa

Africa & G8: Join the Debate with War Child Canada June 2002

Toronto June 8th, 2002 12-5pm
Montreal June 15th, 2002 12-5pm
Vancouver June 15th, 2002 12-5pm

Three youth powered workshops will be also held in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver in the coming weeks. Youth, Government officials and experts in the field will come together to debate the key issues around Africa and the G8. Of course, in the true spirit of War Child Canada, there will be a music element to this project! There will also be a live online chat, at 8pm June 12, featuring special guests who are experts on Africa and G8 issues. Everyone is welcome!

Africa and G8: Join the Debate is an exciting way for young Canadians to speak out and be heard on key issues. Be sure to spread the word at your school! Space is limited so sign up online!

Africa is one of the priority themes to be addressed at the upcoming Group of Eight (G8) meeting at Kananaskis, Alberta, on June 26th and 27th. War Child Canada’s youth committee is organizing the Africa and G8: Join the Debate forum. This will give young people the opportunity to get involved in discussing issues concerning Africa's development, and Canada's role in addressing the challenges faced by African nations.

As young leaders, we encourage you to participate and help spread the word to others about the Africa and the G8 online debate. If you haven’t already, please be sure to register as a site member at www.warchild.ca.

For further information on how you can participate in one of the workshops, or online debate check out the War Child Canada website (www.warchild.ca) and click on the link Africa and G8: Join the Debate. For any questions, contact Nisha at War Child Canada, toll-free at 1-866 WARCHILD or nisha@warchild.ca.

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