March 24 day of support for Japan
In support of the Japanese people who have been so severely affected by the recent earthquake in their country, the campus community has designated Thursday, March 24 as UPEI's day to show solidarity and provide assistance. The UPEI Diversity Office and the Student Union are leading the initiative, supported by an organizing committee that includes students and staff from across the campus.
Baked goods, ‘UPEI Cares' pins, and 50/50 tickets will be on sale throughout the day, and sushi from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm, at the W.A. Murphy Centre. There will also be demonstrations: making cranes with messages of hope for Japan (all day) and making sushi (11:00 am to 1:30 pm).
Other activities include a meditation centre in Credit Union Day Lounge; an information table with updates and photos; karaoke followed by open mic with great UPEI talent at the Wave at 7:00 pm ($2 cover charge). Funds raised will be donated to the Red Cross.
For those who are unable to attend the events, or who would prefer to make a donation to another relief fund, the following organizations are working to assist the people of Japan as well as and those experiencing distress in other countries. Please note that this list is not intended to be all inclusive.
Doctors Without Borders: doctorswithoutborders.org
Global Giving: globalgiving.org
Oxfam: oxfam.org.uk
Rose Canada: rosecanada.info
Save the Children: savethechildren.ca
Unicef Canada: unicef.ca/portal/SmartDefault.aspx
World Vision: worldvision.ca/give-a-gift/Pages/Pacific-Tsunami.aspx
Red Cross: redcross.ca/article.asp?id=38380&tid=001
