04/04/2013
Saturday 30 March saw the second VSO
ICS Community Action Day (CAD) take place. It was hosted in association with DOT Ethiopia (Digital Opportunity
Trust) their mission is ‘to create global
networks of talented, energetic young leaders who make a real change by
educating local communities to apply technology effectively to real life.’
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| The Grandstand set up |
The event was held in a large open
space known as Meskel Square in central Hawassa. It was designed to be a
business fair and attract young people who are looking to improve their future
prospects and gain some business knowledge. Several businesses came to take
part, each hosting a tent set up like a market to share their goods and
expertise. Businesses included leather goods, computer equipment, traditional
clothes and spice makers. There was also a band and dancers which took to the
grandstand in the square to provide information about volunteering, business
and the various areas of expertise the businesses could share. It became quite
a social event with music playing and a small stall providing traditional food
and beverages to attendees.
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| Some of the business tents |
We estimated that around 800 people
attended, with more being reached in the wider community during the event
promotion. The outcome is very pleasing; the volunteers spent a lot of time and
effort making the arrangements and encouraging local businesses to participate.
Bringing the event together was a challenge which was successfully achieved
given the amount of time and restrictions which occurred.
I think I speak for all the team when
I say it was a good event with a great outcome!
Kx
Great Job!!!
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