Lost Boys and Girls of Sudan: The National Network Conference and Reunion
Friday through Sunday, June 19-21, 2009
Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego, CA
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Background and Purpose:
In March 2009, a delegation representing the Lost Boys and Girls of Sudan: The National Network spent 12 days in Southern Sudan assessing the challenges and opportunities currently facing the country. The delegation conducted over 40 meetings with GOSS leaders, SPLM officials, state and local community leaders, members of clergy and humanitarian agencies.The purpose of the conference was to share what we learned and to consider how together we can address the needs of the Southern Sudanese – those living in Sudan and in the US. Topics focused on key issues relating to education, employment, development, advocacy, and the upcoming elections and referendum in Sudan.
What We Learned and Experienced:
Updates from the conference!
Keynote Speaker: Roger Winter
Peace Drum Circle
Leadership Development & Training: Isaac Gang
National Network's March 2009 Assessment Trip Update
2010 Election and 2011 Referendum Update: Abraham Aguer, Peter Both, Phillip Ajok Boldit, Roger Winter
Education in the U.S. Workshop: Joan Hecht, Ann Wheat, Dale Hudson & Pam Macias
Health Concerns Workshop: Joan Hecht & Dr. Sharon Reed
The Natural Wonders of Sudan: Dr. Cesar Guvele
Lost Boys and Girls of Sudan Life History Project
Sudanese Visual History Program
Community Meeting
Who Attended:
Lost Boys and Girls, Sudanese Diaspora and American friends who wanted to learn more about improving life in the US and in Sudan, and who wanted to hear updates on elections in Sudan, how to advocate for peace and development, and share ideas to build partnerships.
What's Next:
Keep us posted on your progress! Send updates on your projects to support Sudanese in the US and back home at http://www.thelostboysnetwork.org/contact.html
We are already starting to plan next year’s conference. Stay tune for more details!