Monday, June 29, 2015

Rotary Fun in Accra


Cathy, Theresa and Kathy

Today we got to have some fun at the Rotary Club of Accra's President's lunch, which is an event happening all over the world in preparation for the start of the new Rotary year which begins July 1st. The club's accomplishments were summarized and the lively discussion kept the members at the meeting for close to 3 hours. It was fun to listen and learn and reflect on the many similarities between Rotary Clubs
globally.

This seafood salad was waiting for
me after the meeting
We were able to connect with some old friends from the club, some of whom I first met in 2003 when leading a Group Study Exchange Team, and we met new friends, some of whom will be attending the Celebration and Book Launch tomorrow evening. I am getting really excited for tomorrow night! In the morning we will head over to Street Girls Aid to meet with Vida and her team - so much anticipation - stay tuned for updates tomorrow and some surprises. Until then here are a few pictures...
Alex on the far left hosted Kevin, a GSE Team
member when we were in Ghana

Sam and Cathy
To get connected with the activities:

The next event, on June 30th continues to highlight the impact of the organization at the book launch of Stories From The Streets a newly published book which features twenty stories of children who were impacted by Street Girls Aid. To get your copy from Amazon click here.

The 20th Anniversary Walk
Getting ready for the launch
The book launch coincides with the 20th Anniversary cocktail party and many of the contributors to the book will be on hand for a book signing and story telling. Completing the week of activities will be a grand homecoming celebration on July 2nd. For more information about the book launch click here.

You can still be involved in the activities by supporting Street Girls Aid, purchasing Stories From The Streets or by simply making a donation. For more about the 20 year legacy of Street Girls Aid "like" their Facebook page by clicking here. To contact Vida Asomaning Amoako,  the Executive Director of S.Aid e-mail her at streetgirlsaid@yahoo.com to learn more about how you can help and make a difference in the lives of street children.

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