Since 1998, 5.4 MILLION PEOPLE have died in Congo, and at least tens of thousands of women and children have been victimized by systemic sexual violence. It is our generation's deadliest conflict, and it is still raging. Women for Women International works with women who have survived the conflict to help them rebuild their lives.
On Saturday, June 19 we will be holding a 5K run/walk to raise money for women affected by conflict in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The run/walk will take place at Wheeler Farm in Murray, Utah. Register here and we'll send more information on how you can help. Also, questions and comments can be directed to Missy Lambert at missyjean124@hotmail.com.
We're working with Run for Congo Women to raise money that will be distributed to women affected by conflict through Women for Women International.
Missy's blogpost:
http://fissuresinreality.blogspot.com/2008/11/country-profile-and-action-democratic.html
Motivation:
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/07/world/africa/07congo.html
http://www.glamour.com/magazine/2007/08/rape-in-the-congo
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