In the past, we've written about the important work being done by FOKAL  (Foundation of Knowledge and Liberty).  While food security is priority number one for the Haitian government and its supporters, we must not forget about education.  FOKAL will be holding a symposium called “Libraries and Human Development in Haiti."  Speaking at the event will be George Soros, founder of the Open Society Institute, Michele Montas, journalist and spokeswoman for the UN Secretary General (as well as wife of slain radio personality Jean Dominique), and Lorraine Mangones, Deputy Director and visionary behind FOKAL’s cultural programming

The event takes place Tuesday June 10th from 9:30 - 4:30 at the Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson Branch.  It is just a short walk from the Capitol South metro station.  The cross section is Independence Ave. and 1st St., SE.

FOKAL has been working to make libraries accessible throughout the country for thirteen years.  There are now 35 community libraries, an early childhood learning program, an educational grants program, a dynamic arts and culture program, a debate program, grassroots initiatives, and targeted water projects.

Tuesday, June 10, 2008 Add to Calendar

If you are in around Washington DC, we hope you will attend.  If not, there will be a webcast.   Visit the FOKAL website to learn how you can get involved in improving access to libraries throughout Haiti.   

Bryan