For Immediate Release: [March 7, 2014]
Contact
for GCASAFV: (671) 479-2277 or info@guamcoalition.org
Contact for GCASAFV:
Cynthia Cabot, 671-479-2277; coalition@teleguam.net
JOIN OUR “INSPIRING CHANGE” WAVE FOR INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S
DAY
Announcement
This
Saturday, March 8, 2014 the Guam Coalition will be waving at ITC Intersection,
corner of South Marine Corps Drive and Chalan San Antonio in Tamuning.
Gather at
10:45a.m., Wave from 11a.m.-12p.m.
[HAGATÑA, GUAM] – March 7, 2014 –
In celebration of
International Women’s Day, the Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault &
Family Violence (GCASAFV) and its community partners will hold a wave for one
hour at the ITC Intersection, corner of South Marine Corps Drive and Chalan San
Antonio in Tamuning, This Saturday, March 8, 2014 starting promptly at 11a.m.
and ending promptly at noon. The coalition is coordinating this in conjunction
with Guam Police Department’s Women Advisory Network.
This event is an
opportunity to inspire all members of our island community to honor the
achievements of all the women in their lives. International Women’s Day is an annual global day that has been in
observance since the early 1900’s celebrating the economic, political and
social achievements of women past, present and future! Annually on March 8th
thousands of events are held throughout the world to celebrate the achievements
of women. GCASAFV urges you to make a difference here on Guam by thinking
globally, but acting locally! Do your part to ensure that the future of every
girl is bright, equal, safe, and rewarding. Together we can make everyday
International Women’s Day!
The public is
invited to participate, please invite all your family and friends and wear your
favorite purple outfit. We will be gathering at 10:45a.m. and waving at 11a.m. If
you have any questions about the event, please call 479-2277, or email the
Coalition at info@guamcoalition.org
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ABOUT GCASAFV:
Established
in 2006, the Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Family Violence
(GCASAFV) is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which aims to
address sexual assault and family violence on Guam with one united voice.
GCASAFV’s mission is to identify and
address the community needs, provide access to services, and promote cultural
sensitivity for all victims of sexual assault and family violence by raising
community awareness and building the capacity of member service providers
through education, outreach and training. Membership is comprised of service
providers, government allies, and community partners. To learn more about
GCASAFV please visit www.guamcoalition.org.
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