A Salute to Teachers

Please join us for drinks as we support our teachers continuing to work in areas of crisis!

When: Thurs., Feb. 3rd, 2011, 7 - 9pm
Where: Lair, 201 Lafayette St (between Broome St & Kenmare St)

What: Open Bar (7:30-8:30pm) Social Mixer

Suggested Donation: $25 or $30
Advance purchase at http://www.razoo.com/story/A-Salute-To-Teachers/edit (to appear on our guest list)

Visions Global Empowerment seeks to change patterns of inequality through educational initiatives for youth affected by poverty and conflict.

The funds from this event will support after-school programming for impoverished and war-displaced youth in Eastern Sri Lanka. Schools in war-hit regions of Sri Lanka face severe shortages of teachers, learning materials, and even basic essentials, such as school buildings and toilets. In this context of crisis, teachers and local community members are doing their best to help children learn.

The after-school programs run by the Church of the American Ceylon Mission (CACM) provide extra classes in basic subjects for students, ranging from primary grades to Advanced Level. For many students, this after-school programming is vital and without it, they would be at high risk of dropping out of school. These programs are run on a low budget, basically providing teacher stipends and basic supplies. They are often conducted in temporary structures or outdoors if necessary.

For more information about Visions programs, please visit www.visionsforthefuture.org or email visionseducation@gmail.com.

Thanks for your support!