Haiti Disaster Relief – MADRE
If you have not already contributed to the relief efforts in Haiti due to the earthquake this week, we encourage you to consider a contribution to MADRE.
MADRE is an international women’s human rights organization that works towards a world in which all people enjoy the fullest range of individual and collective human rights; in which resources are shared equitably and sustainably; in which women participate effectively in all aspects of society; and in which people have a meaningful say in decisions that affect their lives. MADRE uses human rights to advance social justice. We partner with women in communities worldwide to meet urgent, local needs and create long-term solutions to the problems that women face. Our program areas are: peace building; women’s health and combating violence against women; and economic and environmental justice.
MADRE partners with the Zanmi Lasante Clinic on the ground in Haiti to bring humanitarian aid overland into the country. Below is a recent news update on what MADRE is doing in Haiti.
MADRE News
Update on Relief Efforts in Haiti
Posted on: Thursday, January 14, 2010
MADRE’s Emergency Medical Relief Effort is Reaching Earthquake Surviviors in Haiti. We Need Your Help to Save More Lives.
You may be wondering whether MADRE is actually able to transport emergency relief given Haiti’s decimated infrastructure.
We have determined that our partner organization in Haiti, Zanmi Lasante, is able to bring humanitarian aid overland into the country. Teams of healthcare workers from the project have established a functioning supply chain through the Dominican Republic and are currently delivering medical aid to those most in need in Haiti.
Zanmi Lasante has more than 120 doctors and nearly 500 nurses and nursing assistants coordinating emergency medical relief efforts. They are setting up mobile field hospitals in Port-au-Prince, where staff can triage patients, provide emergency care and send those who need surgery or more complex treatment to our partner’s functioning hospitals and surgical facilities outside the destroyed city.
At the moment, their greatest need is financial support to meet the needs of the communities hardest hit by the earthquake. Zanmi Lasante needs support to quickly procure emergency medical supplies and basic living necessities, as well as transportation support for the tens of thousands of people that will be seeking care at mobile field hospitals in the capital city.
Time is of the essence. We know how to get help to survivors, but we need your generosity to purchase emergency supplies
According to Charity Navigator, 87.7% of MADRE’s donations go to programs – and only 7% to administrative costs. We encourage to read more about MADRE and make a contribution today at https://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5095/t/3527/shop/custom.jsp?donate_page
Thank you.
Susan Platt
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Dear Friends,
Together, in a difficult district and a difficult year, we accomplished so much. We stood up for the most important investments a community can make: in our schools and our children, in new roads and new jobs, and our economic future as a Commonwealth. I have immeasurable pride in the issues we raised, and in each of you who worked so hard to fight for them.
I have been humbled in the past week to see countless people walk through our office door to pick up the phone and call their neighbors in the Roanoke valley. I can never thank you enough for every donation and hour that you invested in this campaign. It has been my honor to join you in this pursuit and to enjoy the relationships that rewards such hard labor.
This campaign has been one of the great experiences of my life. Each conversation with someone at a doorstep, each opportunity to hear a struggle or a celebration, each smiling face and kind word after a long day of work, each of these moments has meant the world to me. I will treasure these experiences with you for the rest of my life. Thank you for being part of our campaign.
Sincerely,
Election Night Celebration
Wow, can you believe there are only 2 days left until the election?
I have been so grateful for the support that you all have given me throughout this campaign. It’s been hard work, and I have been energized and encouraged by your help at the office, financial contributions, and kind words throughout.
I hope that you will join me after the polls close at 7:00pm on Tuesday at Fork in the Alley (2123 Crystal Spring Ave SW) to celebrate all that we have accomplished over the past several months.
Before we can celebrate, we still have hundreds of voters to talk to and we need to make sure that our supporters turn out to vote Tuesday. Can you spare even an hour or two of your time before then to help us win? You can sign up by clicking here or calling Jennifer at 400-6638.
Thank you so much for all you do. I look forward to celebrating with you all Tuesday night.
Sincerely,
All Five Pulaski Constitutional Officers Endorse Carole Pratt
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 29th, 2009
CONTACT: Eric Hyers
540-230-6212
ALL FIVE PULASKI CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS ENDORSE CAROLE PRATT
All five Pulaski County Constitutional officers joined on Wednesday to endorse Dr. Carole Pratt for delegate. These elected public servants are responsible for many of the operations of our local government.
“I am honored to have the support of the men and women we elect to carry out the people’s business in our district,” said Carole. “These are the tireless individuals who make sure the day-to-day operations of Pulaski County government are seamlessly executed. I have enjoyed working with these officials on many community projects, and am pleased to receive their endorsement.”
“The energy behind our campaign is growing every day,” added campaign manager Eric Hyers. “In recent weeks, Carole has earned the support of four mayors, the Virginia Professional Fire Fighters, the Police Benevolent Association and the Roanoke Times. Now, all five Constitutional officers in Pulaski are supporting Carole as well. Clearly, her message is resonating all across the district and people are hungry for a new voice in Richmond.”
The officers are:
- Clerk of Court Maetta Crewe
- Sheriff Jim Davis
- Commonwealth’s Attorney Mike Fleenor
- Commissioner of Revenue Trina Rupe
- Treasurer Melinda Worrell
Firefighters Endorse Pratt
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 27th, 2009
CONTACT: Eric Hyers
540-230-6212
FIREFIGHTERS ENDORSE PRATT
The Virginia Professional Fire Fighters (VPFF) have announced their endorsement of Dr. Carole Pratt for delegate in the sixth district. The organization represents over 7,000 firefighters and EMT’s across Virginia and is supporting Carole because of her proven commitment to public safety.
“I am honored to have the support of our firefighters,” said Carole. “ I am grateful that we have such outstanding public servants in our communities and I am extremely proud to have their endorsement. First responders are there for all of us all the time and I will work to ensure that they have an active voice in the General Assembly.”
“Earning the support of the Virginia Professional Fire Fighters following the endorsement of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association shows that public safety officials are lining up behind Carole,” added campaign manager Eric Hyers. “Carole has the expertise and dedication to fight for the men and women who risk their lives for us.”
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