| Hi jay, I hope you enjoy some recent updates from our programs around the world. Sincerely, -Daniel Daniel Wordsworth, President *********************************************** *Billboards in South Sudan* Our team in South Sudan has been a leader in preventing violence against women. They launched a campaign late last year which featured a national TV ad, radio spots and grassroots community activism encouraging men to use their hands to build a strong South Sudan. The team also launched a new billboard, which is now being posted throughout South Sudan. It reads: “Harming a Woman Harms Your Nation, Use Your Hands to Build Your Country, Not to Destroy its Women.” See the billboard for yourself at: http://on.fb.me/GZbv05. *Healthy Twins in Pakistan* In honor of International Women’s Day, the team in Pakistan shared the story of Hasina, a woman who delivered healthy twins. Our staff provided her with medical attention, recommended further treatment and worked with her family to allow her to get the assistance she needed. “I cannot express my feelings enough, but I know that when I see my children I feel blessed,” Hasina said. “I know they are alive only because ARC was there on time.” To read the article, visit http://bit.ly/zmPZRG. *San Diego Rallies For Somalia* Led by the efforts of two San Diego State University (SDSU) students, Mohamed Ahmed and Yousef Abraham, communities in San Diego are coming together to support Somalia and the I AM A STAR campaign. Ahmed and Abraham led fraternity and sorority students in Greek Week, a week of activities that raised funds and awareness for the crisis in Somalia and the I AM A STAR campaign. Students participated in a competitive change drive, a fundraising talent show and a barbeque. The largest groups of students were seen during the week’s service day. Many students packed and distributed meals to families in need, while many others spent the day at the largely Somali Iftin Charter School. At Iftin, university students hosted a carnival for the kids and later painted the school’s playscape. The week culminated in a day of games and a celebration of cultural diversity and a commitment to making a difference. Check out the amazing photos on Facebook (and make sure to “like” them and leave comments): http://on.fb.me/H0lbrP. *Board Meeting* Our board of directors met recently in Minneapolis to discuss the development and advancement of the organization - unrestricted donations are vital to our funding model. They also voted to change our fiscal year, which coincided with the calendar year. Now it will begin each March. *Giving* At the request of readers, I always include these links so they’re easy to find when you need them. Thanks so much. Donate online: http://www.ARCrelief.org/donate Become a monthly donor: http://www.ARCrelief.org/givemonthly Give Us a Call: (800) 875-7060 Send in a gift: American Refugee Committee
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