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PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITY
WHAT: Youth Environmental
Conference/Trade Show(FREE BOOTH SPACE)
WHERE: Greenbank Middle School,
Nepean
WHEN: Beginning of October, 2000 (date
to be determined when
school timetables are confirmed)
My name is Amanda Kramer. I am a recent graduate from
Carleton University in an environmental related course. I spent the last 6
months volunteering at Greenbank School in Nepean. A recent application
was approved by the Municipality of Ottawa-Carleton. The school has
received grant money from the regions environmental grant program (CEGP) to host
an environmental youth conference and trade show for the 500 students, parents
and staff of Greenbank. (attendence is expected to exceed
800)
I am seeking volunteers to assist me with the running of the
event, sponsor donations (several items are not covered by the grant money),
brochures that can be distributed to students, AND environmentalists to
participate in panel discussions, the trade show and roundtable
discussions. The event will cover a wide range of topics. Each
student will participate in one activity, one roundtable discussion and one
panel/lecture. There are also static displays that will be set up
throughout the school hallways. Items such as a rainbarrel, composter,
etc. are needed for these displays (items to be loaned to the school). I
also wish to find local artists, poets, storytellers, musicians, etc that would
be willing to display their work or perform for students.
I am working extremely hard to ensure this event simulates a
conference-like setting. I feel such an event targeted at youth will
provide a valuable learning experience for students. It will also give
students an opportunity to connect with local organizations. Any local
environmental group interested in attending the tradeshow PLEASE CONTACT ME AT
THE ADDRESS BELOW. SPACE IS FREE TO ALL
PARTICIPANTS
I will send you additional
details. I welcome all suggestions and comments. Any help would be
greatly appreciated .
Sincerely,
Amanda Kramer
B.A. Directed
Interdisciplinary Studies - Highest Honours