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Representative CongoWeek 2011 Schedule:
Theme: Interfaith Prayer for peace in the Congo Action: host an event to call for peace in the Congo in all faiths
Theme: Congo’s History Action: Visit friendsofthecongo.org to learn more about Congo’s history Film proposed: Congo: White King, Red Rubber Black Death
Theme: Foreign Powers in the Congo: End militarization of the Congo Action: Send letters to your political leaders Film proposed: Lumumba by Raoul Peck
Theme: Congo’s Connection to Modern technology Action: Use cell phones as a tool for activism. Visit www.thecellout.com for more info Film proposed: Blood Coltan, Congo Tin Miners, Blood In My Mobile
Theme: The tragedy: Rape used as a weapon of war Action: Make a contribution to Congolese organizations working with women in the Congo Film proposed: Lumo, Street Children of Kinshasa, The Greatest Silence
Theme: The World’s Best Kept Secret: Realizing Congo’s potential Action: Discussion panel, forum, invite speakers, etc Film proposed: “Crisis in the Congo: Uncovering the Truth” at http://congojustice.org
Theme: Worldwide Support Day of Congo |