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Friends of Kenya News, News from Kenya, Project NewsSubmitted by Sandy Seppala on Sun, 2007-02-11 22:39.
You are invited to a Black History Month Fundraiser to benefit the Nairobi Pentecostal Church Children’s Centre in Kenya
Friday, February 23, 2007 6:00-8:00 p.m. Embassy Republic of Kenya 2249 R Street, NW Washington, DC 20008 Help us to raise money to build a student dormitory for children who are HIV/AIDS victims The NPC Children’s Centre was established by the leadership of Christ is the Answer Ministries in 1995 as a response to the need of the alarmingly growing number of destitute children in the streets of Nairobi, Kenya, many of whom had lost parents because of the HIV/AIDS pandemic. The Centre is currently a home to 128 children. A much-needed student dormitory was started in January 2005. However, funds were insufficient and this is an appeal to raise funds for the completion of the dormitory. PLEASE, your help is urgently needed!! For more information, or to let them know you are coming, or to send a check if you can’t attend, contact Mary O. Nasibi. monasibi2000@yahoo.com Submitted by Sandy Seppala on Tue, 2007-02-06 03:30.
February 26–March 4, 2007 Since 1961, more than 187,000 Americans have served in 139 host countries around the world as Peace Corps Volunteers. Each year during Peace Corps Week, this tradition of service is honored as thousands of RPCVs celebrate the Peace Corps’ anniversary by sharing stories of their host country experiences with their local community. In doing so, RPCVs continue to build bridges across cultures—bridges to friendship, cross-cultural understanding, tolerance, and ultimately, peace. (Click title for more information) Submitted by Sandy Seppala on Tue, 2006-11-21 02:37.
Smith Hempstone, who served as U.S. ambassador to Kenya from 1989 to 1993, died on Nov. 19 in Bethesda, Md., of complications of diabetes. As ambassador, Mr. Hempstone became an effective, aggressively undiplomatic critic of the country's president, Daniel arap Moi. Mr. Hempstone and his wife, Kitty, participated in the activities of the Friends of Kenya, continuing their interest in the people and affairs of Kenya. The Friends of Kenya board and its members express their condolences to Kitty, their daughter and grandson. A full obituary can be found in the Washington Post.Submitted by Sandy Seppala on Wed, 2006-11-15 14:34.
You are cordially invited to join us in a special, annual, fundraising event for The Elimu Kenya Scholarship Fund.
The Elimu Kenya Scholarship Fund will provide scholarships for bright and deserving Kenyan students, particularly orphans, who want to pursue high school education in Kenya. Special Guests: Hon. Mwancha Okioma, Member of Parliament for Kitutu Masaba, Kenya H.E. Mr. Peter Ogego Kenya Ambassador to the U.S.A. & Other Nations Saturday, November 18, 2006 (Click title for details) Submitted by Sandy Seppala on Wed, 2006-11-08 01:32.
Saturday, Nov. 18, 5:00 p.m.
Foundry United Methodist Church
1500 16th Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 Phone: 202-258-6247 RSVP: Duncan_Chaplin2003@yahoo.com Invite your friends and join us!
It is important for all Africans and those who care about Africa to see this movie. After the film, Raymond A. Winbush, Ph.D. Director, Institute for Urban Research, will start a discussion regarding the film and how it relates to problems in Africa today. (Click the title to read more about this excellent film and the discussion leader.) Submitted by Sandy Seppala on Fri, 2006-10-20 02:10.
The East African Center for the Empowerment of Women and Children cordially invites you to an Evening for Africa 2006 Thursday November 2, 2006 6:30 p.m. Rosslyn Spectrum Theater, Rosslyn (Arlington), Virginia Join us for a fun and inspiring night in support of our many vital programs. The East African Center for the Empowerment of Women and Children (EAC) is a highly effective and fast-growing development organization that works hand-in-hand with communities in rural Kenya to help overcome poverty, improve health and nutrition, and to train future leaders who can transform their own communities. Event includes: • Cocktail reception featuring African fare • International Dessert Buffet • Silent auction • New video about the EAC’s work in Kenya • Presentations by recognized experts in education and development in Africa • Opportunities to sponsor the education of children attending the EAC school Tickets: $75 Student tickets ($25) available by calling 703-845-0208 (Click title for how to register)  |