Liberian Girls Org (www.liberiangirls.org)
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Recent Cause Activity
Sierra Leone Independence day April 27th. Celebrate with the SLNA NYT on Saturday April 25th from 10p-4am at 1984 Crotona Avenue Bronx, NY 10457 at St. Paul Evang. Church.( in the Hall)
Party with a Purpose.
FOOD, DRINK, MUSIC all night.
Best African DJs
SLNA NYT will be fundraising for BETTER WITH BEDNETS!
Donate 1 bed net =$20 to be sent to Africa for a family
Help Rid Malaria and celebrate Africa Malaria Day April 25th
visit www.sierraleonenursesassociation.com
Book Battle's Wish List on Amazon.com
Hey Guys
The “WISH LIST” is now available on Amazon.com. We hope this list gives you some ideas about the books needed for our upcoming Book Battle. We are listed under AALG (or AALG 2009 Book Battle).
Here are the links: http://www.amazon.com/wishlist/1JEHYNZAX3N52/ref=wl_web OR go to our website www.liberiangirls.org
Thanks again for all your support.
Salamartu
240-305-4187
www.liberiangirls.org
info@liberiangirls.org
“When you educate a boy, you educate an individual, but when you educate a girl, you educate an entire nation”
AALG would like to encourage you to participate in the 2009 Book Battle by making a “Book” donation. Here is the suggested book list. We need 11 copies of each books... Thanks
Subira Subira (by Tololwa M. Mollel)
Babu’s Song (by Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen)
Two of Everything (by Lily Toy Hong & Judith Mathews)
Head, Body, Legs: A Story from Liberia (by Won-Ldy Paye, Margaret H. Lippert, & Julie Paschkis)
Anansi and Turtle Go to Dinner (by Bobby Norfolk)
Salamatu and Kandoni Go Missing (by Steve Brace)
Cendrillon: A Caribbean Cinderella (by Robert D. San Souci)
Big Boy (by Tololwa Mollel)
Another Way of Life (by Arda Vandella Collins)
One Hen - How One Small Loan Made a Big Difference (by Katie Smith Milway)
Koi and the Kola Nuts : A Tale from Liberia ( by Verna Aardema)
Addy Learns a Lesson: A School Story (by Connie Rose Porter)
Addy Saves the Day: A Summer Story Book 5 (by Connie Rose Porter)
Two Ways to Count to Ten: A Liberian Folktale (by Ruby Dee)
1001 Arabian Nights (by Geraldine McCaughrean)
The Perfect Orange: A Tale from Ethiopia (by Frank P. Araujo)
A Ring of Tricksters (by Virginia Hamilton) Collections of Stories
Fire on the Mountain (by Jane Kurtz)
Come join us at our Upcoming Book Drive with Special Guest, author Elma Shaw, Author of Redemption Road: The Quest for Peace and Justice in Liberia. http://www.liberiangirls.org/events1....
As part of our Closing the Gap Initiative, The Association for the Advancement of Liberian Girls will host a Book Battle in Monrovia, Liberia on November 14, 2009. The Liberian Girls Book Battle is a voluntary reading incentive program for students, primarily girls, in grades 2-8. The purpose is simply to encourage students to read good books and have fun while competing with peers. The competitions will begin May 1, 2009 through November 14, 2009.
We are asking everyone to please help out by:
• Making a Cash Donation
Thank you in advance for your donation. Your generosity will make an immediate difference in the lives of young female students participating in this historical event. All money receive will be given in the form of scholarship to each student on the winning team. To make a donation, please visit http://bookbattle.liberiangirls.org/donate.html
• Donating Books
Purchases can be made online (Amazon, Borders, or Better World Books) and ship directly to: AALG, 4409 38th Avenue, Brentwood, MD 20722. Our organization will receive 5% commission from each purchase made through Better World Books. *Purchases must be made through that LINK in order for the organization to receive commission.
• Donating School Supplies
Our goal is to stuff a backpack for each girl participating in the Book Battle. Here are some suggestions for school supplies: backpacks or other book bags, notebooks, lined paper, pens, pencils, erasers, glue sticks, markers, colored pencils, box crayons, coloring books, art supplies, pencil sharpeners, pocket dictionaries, rulers, etc. If you are in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia, call 240-305-4187, and we’ll be happy to schedule a pick up.
• Hosting A Book/School Supply Drive
If you would like to host a Book/School Supplies Drive, please let us know. Send an email to famatta@liberiangirls.org
• Spreading The Word
Tell your friends and family about the Liberian Girls Book Battle. Don’t forget to include the 2009 Book List and/or link: http://bookbattle.liberiangirls.org. Promote Liberian Girls Book Battle on your website, blog, or personal page. Word of Mouth is one of the most powerful promotional tools.
Ship: AALG
4409 38th Avenue
Brentwood, MD 20722
Thanks again. This event will not be possible without your generous support.
www.liberiangirls.org http://bookbattle.liberiangirls.org info@liberiangirls.org
As part of our Closing the Gap Initiative, The Association for the Advancement of Liberian Girls will host a Book Battle in Monrovia, Liberia on November 14, 2009. The Liberian Girls Book Battle is a voluntary reading incentive program for students, primarily girls, in grades 2-8. The purpose is simply to encourage students to read good books and have fun while competing with peers. The competitions will begin May 1, 2009 through November 14, 2009.
We are asking everyone to please help out by:
• Making a Cash Donation
Thank you in advance for your donation. Your generosity will make an immediate difference in the lives of young female students participating in this historical event. All money receive will be given in the form of scholarship to each student on the winning team. To make a donation, please visit http://bookbattle.liberiangirls.org/donate.html
• Donating Books
Purchases can be made online (Amazon, Borders, or Better World Books) and ship directly to: AALG, 4409 38th Avenue, Brentwood, MD 20722. Our organization will receive 5% commission from each purchase made through Better World Books. *Purchases must be made through that LINK in order for the organization to receive commission.
• Donating School Supplies
Our goal is to stuff a backpack for each girl participating in the Book Battle. Here are some suggestions for school supplies: backpacks or other book bags, notebooks, lined paper, pens, pencils, erasers, glue sticks, markers, colored pencils, box crayons, coloring books, art supplies, pencil sharpeners, pocket dictionaries, rulers, etc. If you are in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia, call 240-305-4187, and we’ll be happy to schedule a pick up.
• Hosting A Book/School Supply Drive
If you would like to host a Book/School Supplies Drive, please let us know. Send an email to famatta@liberiangirls.org
• Spreading The Word
Tell your friends and family about the Liberian Girls Book Battle. Don’t forget to include the 2009 Book List and/or link: http://bookbattle.liberiangirls.org. Promote Liberian Girls Book Battle on your website, blog, or personal page. Word of Mouth is one of the most powerful promotional tools.
Ship: AALG
4409 38th Avenue
Brentwood, MD 20722
Thanks again. This event will not be possible without your generous support.
www.liberiangirls.org http://bookbattle.liberiangirls.org info@liberiangirls.org
Registration deadline for the Liberian Girls Book Battle
Do you know any Liberian girls in Grades 4th – 8th who loves to read? Register her for the All Liberian Girls Book Battle by September 30, 2008. Winner receives a Back To School Shopping Spree…
The Liberian Girls Book Battle is a voluntary reading incentive program for students, primarily girls, in grades 4-8. The purpose is simply to encourage female students to read good books and have fun while competing with peers. The competitions will begin October 4, 2008. For Registration Form and Complete Rules please contact us via email info@liberiangirls.org Registration Deadline: September 30, 2008
The Battle is set for April 4, 2009
Registration deadline for the Liberian Girls Book Battle
Do you know any Liberian girls in Grades 4th – 8th who loves to read? Register her for the All Liberian Girls Book Battle by September 30, 2008. Winner receives a Back To School Shopping Spree…
The Liberian Girls Book Battle is a voluntary reading incentive program for students, primarily girls, in grades 4-8. The purpose is simply to encourage female students to read good books and have fun while competing with peers. The competitions will begin October 4, 2008. For Registration Form and Complete Rules please contact us via email info@liberiangirls.org Registration Deadline: September 30, 2008
The Battle is set for April 4, 2009
As Director of Association for the Advancement of Liberian Girls, I would like to extend an invitation to you to become a Volunteer Member of our organization. The Association for the Advancement of Liberian Girls is a not for profit organization established as an advocate for the advancement of Liberian females through education, philanthropy, and social activities. Our goal is to recruit more members who are willing to help in the fight for equity in education and social standard for Liberian females.
Slowly but surely we're making progress but there is still much to be done. And that's where you come in, JOINING OUR STAFF!!!
Our organization is a 100% volunteer based organization. Each Volunteer Member donates their time, expertise and energy to make the goal of Liberian Girls Organization a reality. No volunteer, member, or director receives any form of compensation for their work.
I welcome your interest in joining an extremely committed team. If you are interested in helping to promote and advocate for women and girls in Liberia, I encourage you to take the first step and join today!
Warm Regards
Salamartu Duncan
sduncan@liberiangirls.com
As Director of Association for the Advancement of Liberian Girls, I would like to extend an invitation to you to become a Volunteer Member of our organization. The Association for the Advancement of Liberian Girls is a not for profit organization established as an advocate for the advancement of Liberian females through education, philanthropy, and social activities. Our goal is to recruit more members who are willing to help in the fight for equity in education and social standard for Liberian females.
Slowly but surely we're making progress but there is still much to be done. And that's where you come in, JOINING OUR STAFF!!!
Our organization is a 100% volunteer based organization. Each Volunteer Member donates their time, expertise and energy to make the goal of Liberian Girls Organization a reality. No volunteer, member, or director receives any form of compensation for their work.
I welcome your interest in joining an extremely committed team. If you are interested in helping to promote and advocate for women and girls in Liberia, I encourage you to take the first step and join today!
Warm Regards
Salamartu Duncan
sduncan@liberiangirls.com
always be happy about what you have.