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Coming Events
April 2008
10th
Beauty of Africa / An Art Exposition
Edge Artist village 611 Main Street
7pm
In celebrating the Beauty of Africa, our purpose is to help educate the public and reveal the hidden
face of Africa. Through this exploration we aim to assist others understandings and expel the
common misconception of Africa being the “ Dark Continent”
The public will have the opportunity to see Africa as a “Bright continent”
14th
War Affected People
Balmoral Hall School
Speaker: Serge Kaptegaine
17th
Current World Conflict
Lansdowne
Speaker: Serge Kaptegaine
18th
National UNESCO Conference
John Pritchard School
Speaker: Serge Kaptegaine
24th
Importance of Peace
Ecole Provencher
Speaker: Serge Kaptegaine
29th
Run for Darfur
Manitoba Legislative Building
May 2008
10th
Peace Festival / Festival de la Paix
College saint Boniface
200, avenue de la Cathédrale, Winnipeg
Hand in Hand for Peace will partner with Save the Children and War Child Canada to
raise funds and awareness to support children and women in Sudan and Democratic
Republic of the Congo.
The Peace Festival will be covered by the Beauty of Africa photos exposition. Through this
exploration we aim to assist others understandings and expel the common misconception of
Africa being the “ Dark Continent”
The public will have the opportunity to see Africa as a “ Bright Continent ” revealed through the
natural beauty of its people, culture, wealth and country. Through this revealing experience we hope
to encourage others to invest in Africa, either a personal investment in the form of an unforgettable
holiday or of an economic nature. In this effort we aspire to create sustainable economic exchange and
growth that will enrich the lives of African people through grassroots economic independence.
The evening will begin with guest speakers from Global College, Save the Children, and War Child Canada.
There will also be a concert of African music performed by St Norbert College students followed by
live jazz, wine and cheese.
For more information regarding the Peace Festival, contact us:
handforpeace@gmail.com
Tel : (204) 237-9990 or Fax: (204) 231-5658
Past Events:
One of our organization’s earliest presentations was a graphic exposition at the University of
Winnipeg in October 2005, which focused on the tragedy of human rights violations in the Congo.
The exposition was viewed by more than 300 people.
Since that time, we have made more than 40 successful presentations in schools, churches and
universities, to educate Canadians about human rights violations based on our personal experiences.
As a result, we raised awareness and funds to support war-affected people.
- In October 2005
We raised money for “ Centre for Peace Building, Leadership and Good Governance in the Congo.”
- In April 2006
Hand in Hand for Peace raised money to support “ Institute for Community Peace Building and
Menno Simons College.” These funds helped the election observers travel to the Democratic
Republic of the Congo.
- In 2007
Hand in Hand for Peace continues to campaign through schools in Manitoba making presentations,
free of charge, regarding human rights violations.
- March 2008
Ishmael Beah "A Long Way Gone" A Story of Redemption and Hope
Mohandas Gandhi once said, “If we want real peace in this world, we shall have to begin with
the children." Hand in Hand for Peace aims to increase children’s awareness of the importance of
peace, both locally and globally, and encourage children to consider their role as global citizens. As
a result, Hand in Hand for Peace has developed a number of initiatives to build connections with
schools and school communities. We hope that you and your school will take part in these initiatives
to help empower and educate the children of Manitoba.
Activities
Celebration of Student Expression
Guidelines for submissions
Change for Change Campaign
Student Presentations
Interested in Participating
Celebration of Student Expression:
We invite students to create their response to the question:
“Is Peace Possible? How?”
Students will respond to the question of peace by exploring a number of different social injustices
that may include:
- A world of wars
- Gender inequality
- Famine
- Poverty
- Disease
- Ethnic and racial divisions
- A world of stigmas
Guidelines For Submissions:
Students may create their responses to the question of “Is Peace Possible? How?” by either writing or artistically representing their ideas. Written submissions (in the form of prose, poetry, essay, short story, etc.) should not exceed 1,000 words. Artistic submissions (drawing, collage, painting, etc.) should not exceed the size of 8.5 x 11 inch paper.
The Celebration of Student Expression is open to all students between Kindergarten and Grade 12. Please note there is no entry fee for participants.
Submissions must be postmarked no later than April 30, 2008. Submissions will be accepted via email at handforpeace@gmail.com, or through the mail at:
Hand in Hand for Peace
Celebration of Student Expression
1-280 avenue de la Cathédrale
St. Boniface MB R2H 0J2
Please be sure to include each student’s name and the name of the school, so that
each participant can receive a certificate celebrating his or her participation.
Submissions will be displayed anonymously at the Soiree pour la Paix event on
May 10, 2008.
Change for Change Campaign
In Manitoba, what we consider “spare change” could help provide opportunities and change
lives for many individuals in developing countries. For this reason, Hand in Hand for Peace has
launched the Change for Change Campaign. Classrooms are encouraged to collect “spare change”
donations from students throughout the month of April. All of the proceeds collected will be
donated to War Child Canada and Save the Children Canada to help individuals affected by the
war in Sudan and the Congo. Think of the difference we could make in the lives of people affected
by war if each child in Manitoba donated one loonie to the “Change for Change” Campaign!
Deadline for Donations
All donations must be received by May 1, 2008. Please check back soon to see where cheques
can be mailed or, please phone (204) 237-9990 to arrange pick-up or delivery of collected funds.
Student Presentations
In support of Hand in Hand for Peace’s mandate of building awareness about the importance of
world peace and encouraging and children and youth to consider their roles as global citizens, we
are pleased to offer student presentations. Hand in Hand for Peace founder and chairperson Mr. Serge
Kaptegaine is an experienced public speaker who regularly visits schools to make presentations for students.
Drawing from his own personal experiences during the conflict in the Congo, Mr. Kaptegaine tailors his
presentation to specific audiences and grade levels with topics such as:
• Human Rights
• The Importance of Peace
• Students as Global Citizens
• Current Conflicts in Africa
Presentations are available in French and English at no set cost. An honorarium is usually
provided to help offset travel costs. If you would like more information, or to schedule a
presentation at your school from Mr. Kaptegaine, please contact him at (204) 952-7670 or handforpeace@gmail.com
Coming Soon
See how a Hand in Hand for Peace presentation for your class meets Manitoba Social Studies
Curriculum outcomes.
Interested in Participating
Please download and complete the “participation form” available on the website.
Completed forms can be mailed to:
1-280 avenue de la Cathedrale
St. Boniface MB
R2H 0J2
Participation form to be uploaded in one week (March 27th, 2008)