Ghanaian Child Ambassadors visit U.S.
The Youth Ambassador program is designed to increase global awareness of everyday life for young people in Africa and to focus public attention on Plan's child-centered programs and initiatives.
Abigail, pictured above, is one of five Ghanaian child ambassadors visiting the U.S. for two weeks in August.
August 18, 2008
Plan USA sponsors six Ghanaian Child Ambassadors in a two-week visit to the United States
Abigail, Baleng, Justice, Christian, Martha and Puobaare are six Ghanaian youth about to cross thousands of miles of land and sea to represent Ghana in the United States.
The Ghanaian Child Ambassador Program is a joint effort organized by Plan, The Diaspora African Forum and the African Communication Agency to improve the lives of children, families and communities affected by poverty in Africa by promoting the exchange of cross-cultural information and the development of cross-cultural awareness and understanding.
“It is a great pleasure for me to welcome the Ghanaian Youth Ambassadors to the United States,” said Ahuma Adodoadji, President and Chief Executive Officer of Plan USA. “This is a rare and unique opportunity for these children, and the experiences they will have in Washington, D.C., New York City, and at our Plan USA headquarters in Rhode Island will undoubtedly be meaningful and unforgettable for everyone involved.”
The two-week visit, which begins with the arrival of the six Ghanaian youth in Washington, D.C on August 18th, will include a number of media and fundraising opportunities in support of Plan’s global initiatives for children in Africa and other nations around the world:
Justice added that, “The Child Ambassador Program has given me the opportunity to explore the international world and interact with important personalities and the media. I feel proud to have been chosen to talk on behalf of all children in Ghana. I expect to see the rights of children in Ghana respected by all.”
By increasing awareness and understanding of poverty and the challenges facing children, their families and communities in Africa — particularly in the rural areas — as well as Plan’s active role in addressing and helping eliminate these challenges, the visiting youth hope to raise funds for Plan programs that will help communities in Africa.
“This is an experience I will never forget in my lifetime,” Abigail told us. “I come from a small village and will always remember [this]. I hope that other children will also get the opportunity. I will tell the world what Plan has done in my life, in my community and in my country.”
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Media contact
For more information about booking print and broadcast news media interviews for the Ghana Youth Ambassadors — or for additional information about Plan USA and Plan International programs for youth and child sponsorship in developing nations:
Robin Costello
Director of Communications
(401) 738-5600, ext. 1318
Robin.Costello@planusa.org
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The Ghanaian Child Ambassador Program is a joint effort organized by Plan, The Diaspora African Forum and the African Communication Agency to improve the lives of children, families and communities affected by poverty in Africa by promoting the exchange of cross-cultural information and the development of cross-cultural awareness and understanding.
“It is a great pleasure for me to welcome the Ghanaian Youth Ambassadors to the United States,” said Ahuma Adodoadji, President and Chief Executive Officer of Plan USA. “This is a rare and unique opportunity for these children, and the experiences they will have in Washington, D.C., New York City, and at our Plan USA headquarters in Rhode Island will undoubtedly be meaningful and unforgettable for everyone involved.”
The two-week visit, which begins with the arrival of the six Ghanaian youth in Washington, D.C on August 18th, will include a number of media and fundraising opportunities in support of Plan’s global initiatives for children in Africa and other nations around the world:
- August 21st (Thursday), 6:00 - 7:00 PM — the six Ghanaian child ambassadors will appear as special guests on WFPW’s “2K Nation” Youth Talk Show on FM 89.3.
- August 23rd (Saturday), 6:00 - 9:00 PM at the Peace Center (Washington, D.C.) — a fundraiser to support Plan programs, sponsored by WFPW’s 2K Nation, will include a Q & A session, presentations by the youth, an overview of Plan International, and entertainment by the Diaspora Performers
- August 25th (Monday), 11:00 AM at the United Nations in NYC — press conference
- August 26th (Tuesday), 6:30 - 8:30 PM at the Magnolia Tree Earth Center (NYC) — final U.S. fundraiser that will also include a Q & A session, presentations by the youth and an overview of Plan International
Justice added that, “The Child Ambassador Program has given me the opportunity to explore the international world and interact with important personalities and the media. I feel proud to have been chosen to talk on behalf of all children in Ghana. I expect to see the rights of children in Ghana respected by all.”
By increasing awareness and understanding of poverty and the challenges facing children, their families and communities in Africa — particularly in the rural areas — as well as Plan’s active role in addressing and helping eliminate these challenges, the visiting youth hope to raise funds for Plan programs that will help communities in Africa.
“This is an experience I will never forget in my lifetime,” Abigail told us. “I come from a small village and will always remember [this]. I hope that other children will also get the opportunity. I will tell the world what Plan has done in my life, in my community and in my country.”
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Media contact
For more information about booking print and broadcast news media interviews for the Ghana Youth Ambassadors — or for additional information about Plan USA and Plan International programs for youth and child sponsorship in developing nations:
Robin Costello
Director of Communications
(401) 738-5600, ext. 1318
Robin.Costello@planusa.org
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