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Dear friends and supporters,

We moved!

Our blog is now integrated into our new website, making it a little more user-friendly for you to stay abreast of what's happening with The Niapele Project!

You can subscribe to the blog via RSS feed at its new location.

Please note that we will no longer be using this blog to post updates about news & events, so update your bookmarks!

Looking forward to being in touch with all of you in the coming weeks and months,

Cheers - The Niapele Project team

Calling all Detroit Friends of Niapele!

Do you live in the Detroit area?

Do you want to rock out to some great bands in a fun atmosphere?

Then check out our benefit on October 11th ! Details below:

please email carrie@theniapeleproject.org for more details!

The "Process is On" in Liberia...one of the many informational signboards
(click image to enlarge)

Broad Street, Monrovia, Liberia

ARCH water well in Liberia

Dear friends,

I have returned from my recent month spent in Ghana and for the first time, Liberia. As many of you know, The Niapele Project is moving with our partners from the Buduburam refugee settlement in Ghana, back to their home country of Liberia.

After 14 years of civil war, Liberia, now led by the democratically elected administration of Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, is trying to rebuild. The job ahead is "not easy" as they say in Liberia, but an amazing opportunity exists for Liberians to establish themselves as a peaceful, stable and thriving nation. This tremendous potential for positive change is visible throughout Liberia, and we at The Niapele Project are honored to be a part of this process.

Refugees are retuning to Liberia everyday from the Buduburam settlement in Ghana, and The Niapele Project continues to assist our project partners during this time of transition.

The ARCH family is on their way to their new home in Paynesville, a lovely four bedroom house with a yard and their own water well. Also, the Harmony Center is looking forward to completing their move and to establishing operations for physically and mentally disabled children in Monrovia.

The Niapele Project registered as an International NGO (non-governmental agency) and established a headquarters in Liberia to coordinate our projects as we move forward. In the months ahead, we will expand our initiatives to include the development of an organic permaculture farm on 100 acres of land that will sustain the school nutrition program on the future site of the Carolyn A. Miller School in Suakoko, located a few hours north of Monrovia, in Bong County.

The community based projects we are partnered with are happy to be home and full of hope for their future as sustainable organizations contributing to a brighter future for Liberia.

Stay tuned for updates to follow how YOUR support is making a difference in the lives of the war-affected Liberian children!

Peace and much love,

Celina
Co-founder & Director
The Niapele Project

Iron Ladies of Liberia - DVD Discount !

Announcing an opportunity for our supporters to purchase the award winning documentary Iron Ladies of Liberia at a discount rate!

Now through August 15, purchase online and enter the code 1234444 at checkout to save $5, and an additional $5 will go to The Niapele Project!

The film profiles the first year in office of President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, as she undertakes the task of leading her country after years of devastation. Iron Ladies of Liberia gives behind-the-scenes access to President Sirleaf’s first year in government, providing a unique insight into the workings of a newly elected African cabinet.

Iron Ladies of Liberia is directed by Siatta Scott Johnson and Daniel Junge and produced by Henry Ansbacher and Jonathan Stack.

See www.ironladiesofliberia.com to learn more about the movie and order now!

Recycle with Us!

Don't know what to do with your old electronic equipment?


Donate it to The Niapele Project !

We recently partnered with Planet Green Recycle, and are now accepting your unwanted electronics for recycling!

If you live in LA:
You can send your cartridges, phones and pda's to us and/or look for our box and recycle
@ Psychobabble Coffee House in Los Feliz Village in LA @ 1806 N Vermont 90027
Coming to other locations soon!

For everyone else:
You can still send us all your old electronics - we have a particular need for cell phones and laptops, which we then redistribute to our partners and their organizations in West Africa. Questions? info@theniapeleproject.org

Our mailing address:

The Niapele Project

3371 Glendale Blvd., #227

Los Angeles, CA

90039-1846

USA

World Refugee Day - LA event details!

You will NOT want to miss The Niapele Project's local LA event to commemorate World Refugee Day -

From 7pm @ The Rock Rose Art Gallery - Highland Park

Evening highlights:

Open Bar & International Buffet

Bar sponsored by STARR African Rum & IZZE beverages - you will DIG the selection of drinks!


Multimedia Art displays - photography by Christopher Leombruno, Pierre Le Tulzo, art work by refugee children

Screenings - Discover the work of The Niapele Project on behalf of vulnerable refugee children, with the premiere of our PSA, produced by Ayoka Productions. Learn about the crisis affecting refugees in Ghana with a short documentary highlighting the incredible difficulties this population faces.

Raffle and silent auction - fabulous prizes including a vacation in the South of France, yoga classes, beautiful framed photos, restaurant certificates, Tom's shoes, and exciting "green" packages!

Sale of refugee-made clothes & accessories! Discover the beautiful selection of original clothes and accessories created by refugee women in Ghana.

ONLY $10 @ the door !!
All proceeds will benefit The Niapele Project's initiatives
with vulnerable refugee children in West Africa.

Get Your Raffle Tickets Now!!

In honor of World Refugee Day on June 20th, The Niapele Project is offering you a chance to win a fabulous week long vacation in the French Riviera! All proceeds will benefit The Niapele Project's initiatives in West Africa.

You can participate in this raffle no matter where you live - the winner will be announced at the World Refugee Day Los Angeles event on June 20th. If you are unable to attend, you will be notified by email. Here are the details:

1st Prize - One week vacation for 2 in Cannes!

Spend a week in one of the most beautiful places on Earth! The hotel Les Liserons de Mougins, set atop a hill behind the bay of Cannes, is offering the raffle winner a week long stay.
Valued at over $800, you can enjoy everything the South of France has to offer, from beautiful beaches to lovely mountain top villages, fabulous cuisine and wines, as well as its perfect weather!
For more info - http://www.hotel-liserons-mougins.com/

Note: airfare not included - black out dates apply (Cannes Film Festival/ July/August)

The village of Mougins

2nd Prize - A beautifully matted print -
photos by Christopher Leombruno

Leombruno visited the refugee settlement where The Niapele Project works and took a series of amazing photos that will be on display in both Paris and Los Angeles during World Refugee Day. Valued at $100, this print of a smiling child will brighten up and enliven any room in your home!

choice of photo available

3rd prize - 5 Bikram Yoga Classes

Get in shape with this 5 class pass at Bikram Yoga Silverlake! Valued at $70, this is a chance t get in touch with your body - Bikram Yoga is done in a heated room to warm your muscles, prevent injury, allow a deeper workout and cleanse the body by flushing toxins.


Other prizes include a wine tasting at 55 Degree Wines, and small prints by Christopher Leombruno!

Get your tickets now!

1 raffle ticket = $3
2 for $5
5 for $10
10 for $15
20 for $20
50 for $40
100 for $75

we will email you with your receipt and ticket numbers!

GOOD LUCK