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Craig Kielburger believes in “Education for All”
I was fortunate to have been able to attend one of his conferences at The University of Calgary, and I had a chance to catch him after his motivational speech of transforming our perspective from “Me” to “We”. The sign was rather a slapdash last minute idea, but he didn’t mind the unconventional sign- a sign is a sign in the end. He politely nodded as I hurriedly explained our campaign with him, and his face lit up and was humbly surprised when I professed that after watching a video of him speaking for child rights at the age of 12, that he was one of my “sparks”, or one of the callings to social activism that brought me to action. He is an inspirational and internationally renown child rights activist, and was more than happy to take me up on my request! One of the most memorable moments of the conference was when he introduced the formula, “spark” + “gift” = A better world, indeed I believe that the calling that compels us to action and using our own talents to contribute, makes for a better world.
Craig Kielburger is the founder of the youth empowerment and child right’s organization, “Free the Children”, helping to develop and provide communities with access to healthcare, education, clean water and alternative incomes. He said at the conference to find a cause you are passionate about, and I have, with the Canadian Red Cross.
Craig Kielburger holding the sign, "I Believe in Education for All"
You don’t need to be a professional photographer to instigate change
Today, thousands of children in Liberia simply do not have the financial means to receive an education. Without an education, they will not have the proper tools and knowledge to get out of the cycle of poverty. Helping to reincorporate them back into society will give them the opportunity to succeed. It is a method that is sustainable and will last for many generations.
The movement to bring rehabilitation to Liberia starts with you. Join the photo marathon and take as many pictures of yourself with each and every one of your friends and families holding up the sign, “I BELIEVE IN EDUCATION FOR ALL” in the month of December. Then, collect pledges for the pictures you take.
Your pledges will directly fund the supplies, infrastructure, and personnel needed for the creation of a safe, fostering school environment for children to receive a basic education. In collaboration with the Red Cross, our campaign will also bring more awareness for the importance of education and rehabilitation of child soldiers around the world
.What are you waiting for? Pick up a camera today!
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