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UNITED PLANET ANNOUNCES OPENING OF COMPUTER LABORATORY IN TANZANIA
Boston, MA, January 30, 2009 -- United Planet (UP) is proud to announce the opening of the first computer laboratory in Ezra, Tanzania. The lab, a part of the Ezra Ministries of Tanzania school, was funded through the work of Robert Flook, a United Planet Quest volunteer.
Flook, who completed his United Planet internship in Tanzania in 2007 while a student at University of Alberta, was focused on HIV/AIDS education when he discovered Ezra’s dramatic lack of educational resources. “I originally went to Tanzania thinking I would only be teaching about AIDS, but after a week I ended up teaching about human rights, advanced English, and computers,” says Flook.
“I saw these children had almost no access to books or computers,” Flook said. “Right there, I decided to raise funds for them when I returned home. They needed the most basic tools and I felt I could help them with that.”
Back in Alberta, Flook organized a basketball tournament fundraiser called “Hoops for Hope” which raised over $3000 in donations. The funds were deposited in United Planet’s Tanzania Country Fund, where the school applied for – and received – enough money to purchase ten computers to start a computer lab, plus bookshelves for a much-needed library.
“I cannot thank Mr. Flook enough for what he has done for the Gongolamboto community,” said Tori Taugner, Country Manager for United Planet. “These children now have access to computers - a big step towards joining the world community.” “The opening of the computer laboratory is an exciting and life changing opportunity for these children,” said David Santulli, founder and executive director of United Planet.
While internet service is not yet available in Ezra, the computer lab offers training classes to help children and adults alike learn how to use Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint.
Those interested in donating to the computer lab may do so through United Planet’s Tanzania Country Fund. Checks may be sent to United Planet, Quest, 11 Arlington Street, Boston, MA 02116. Additional information about United Planet may be found at www.unitedplanet.org.
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This is a great book that is unified with UP values and ideals. It gives a very real visoin to our future.
"Planetary Citzenship" by Hazel Henderson and Daisaku Ikeda.
www.amazon.com
Hello to You All,
I became a member of this group since its mission and values are the same as mine and my religious practice. This group has a universal appeal to all types of people, religions, and backgrounds with a unified humanistic practical approach to solving the problems we all share in this world together. Thank you David Santulli, you created a wonderful organization with tremendous potential, and it shows who you are as human being.
Hello to You All,
I became a member of this group since its mission and values are the same as mine and my religious practice. This group has a universal appeal to all types of people, religions, and backgrounds with a unified humanistic practical approach to solving the problems we all share in this world together. Thank you David Santulli, you created a wonderful organization with tremendous potential, and it shows who you are as human being.
CELEBRATE UNITED PLANET (UP) DAY 2008!
The Fall Equinox is the only time of the year when the middle of the Sun is positioned above and below the horizon - - shining on every location on Earth for an equal amount of time. This once a year occurrence represents United Planet’s mission of fostering mutual understanding, improving the quality of life for everyone, and creating harmony amongst the people of the world. United Planet created UP Day to celebrate this special occasion. With this in mind, please help us celebrate UP Day 2008 by taking part in our UP Day Writing and Photography/Video contest!
Writing/Photo/Video Contest Criteria
This year UP will select two writing winners and two photography/video winners. Contestants should submit written pieces or photos/videos that demonstrate the promotion of cross-cultural understanding, friendship, and support for one another in their own community or abroad.
Submissions for the contest can include:
• Fiction
• Non-fiction
• Personal photos
• Documentary/raw footage video
• Any other piece inspired by past UP volunteer Quests, community service, travel experiences, or other personal interactions that deal with the subject of intercultural communication and friendship.
Prizes
The two Grand Prize winners of the Writing and Photo/Video contest will each receive one FREE two-week volunteer Quest to any of our short-term locations around the world. The two individuals who win Honorable Mention will receive 50% off one two-week Quest to any of our Short-Term locations as well. Grand Prize and Honorable Mention submissions will be published on the UP website, eNewsletter, and YouTube page.
How to apply
It’s easy! Visit our website (www.unitedplanet.org/upday), fill out our contest submission form and send your written piece, photo and/or video to marketing@unitedplanet.org. Please select your submission carefully as we can only allow one written piece, one photo, or one video per contestant to participate in the competition.
Deadline
The deadline for submissions is September 12, 2008. United Planet reserves the right to use any submitted materials for promotional purposes. All originals will become the property of United Planet and will not be returned.
For more information about the UP Day contest, please email claire@unitedplanet.org.
CELEBRATE UNITED PLANET (UP) DAY 2008!
The Fall Equinox is the only time of the year when the middle of the Sun is positioned above and below the horizon - - shining on every location on Earth for an equal amount of time. This once a year occurrence represents United Planet’s mission of fostering mutual understanding, improving the quality of life for everyone, and creating harmony amongst the people of the world. United Planet created UP Day to celebrate this special occasion. With this in mind, please help us celebrate UP Day 2008 by taking part in our UP Day Writing and Photography/Video contest!
Writing/Photo/Video Contest Criteria
This year UP will select two writing winners and two photography/video winners. Contestants should submit written pieces or photos/videos that demonstrate the promotion of cross-cultural understanding, friendship, and support for one another in their own community or abroad.
Submissions for the contest can include:
• Fiction
• Non-fiction
• Personal photos
• Documentary/raw footage video
• Any other piece inspired by past UP volunteer Quests, community service, travel experiences, or other personal interactions that deal with the subject of intercultural communication and friendship.
Prizes
The two Grand Prize winners of the Writing and Photo/Video contest will each receive one FREE two-week volunteer Quest to any of our short-term locations around the world. The two individuals who win Honorable Mention will receive 50% off one two-week Quest to any of our Short-Term locations as well. Grand Prize and Honorable Mention submissions will be published on the UP website, eNewsletter, and YouTube page.
How to apply
It’s easy! Visit our website (www.unitedplanet.org/upday), fill out our contest submission form and send your written piece, photo and/or video to marketing@unitedplanet.org. Please select your submission carefully as we can only allow one written piece, one photo, or one video per contestant to participate in the competition.
Deadline
The deadline for submissions is September 12, 2008. United Planet reserves the right to use any submitted materials for promotional purposes. All originals will become the property of United Planet and will not be returned.
For more information about the UP Day contest, please email claire@unitedplanet.org.
Good morning cross-cultural lovers! We have over 2400 members!!!
With your help UP has been growing rapidly and we could always use more support! Every little bit helps so even a few dollars in honor of the new year would make a difference!
Thank you so much for your support! Keep spreading the word for a more United Planet!