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 Letter from Executive Director Laura Vaudreuil
Dear Friend of Refugee Transitions,
Greetings! June is an exciting month at Refugee Transitions. We started off last week with a radio interview that will air on four Bay Area stations. Jyoti and Hema, two of our refugee youth students, are featured in the interview.
These two youth will be performing in Home Season 2011, a must-see performance featuring a number of Refugee Transitions students from Burma, Bhutan, and Liberia. The show, which is being held in conjunction with World Refugee Day, runs from Friday, June 17 through Sunday, June 19 at ODC Theater in San Francisco. Details here. Be sure to purchase your tickets soon!
This month we're also gearing up to launch summer programming for refugee youth. While many of us are anticipating fun-filled summer vacations, for newly arrived refugee youth, summer can be a difficult time.
Understanding this, Refugee Transitions holds summer academic and enrichment camps for youth in the Presidio of San Francisco and the South Bay. The camps provide our students with opportunities to practice their English, enjoy the outdoors, play soccer, and participate in art therapy activities. Additionally, youth are able to share their culture with others in a supportive environment and make lasting friendships with peers who have gone through similar experiences.
Please stand in solidarity with refugee youth who yearn to go to camp by making a gift to Refugee Transitions. A gift of $100 makes it possible for one youth to attend camp - which is often the highlight of their summer!
With gratitude for your support, Laura Vaudreuil Executive Director |
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Home Season 20 11: Honor the Strength and Courage of Refugees from Around the World
In conjunction with World Refugee Day, Refugee Transitions is partnering with Epiphany Productions to give our refugee students the opportunity to showcase their cultures and talents!
You'll see breathtaking dance and music performances by Refugee Transitions students from Burma, Bhutan, and Liberia, a duet inspired by artist Remy Charlip, and Solo Lo Que Fue, a dance film created in Mexicali, Mexico. Join us for an inspiring evening of performances!
Performance Dates and Location:
Friday, June 17 at 8 pm
Saturday, June 18 at 8 pm
Sunday, June 19 at 7 pm
ODC Theater, 3153 17th Street (at Shotwell), San Francisco
Tickets:
$20 general, $16 for youth and seniors
Available online or call (415) 863-9834
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Philanthro SF Presents Bayside Prom: A Benefit for Refugee Transitions
Refugee Transitions is very excited to announce an upcoming event that will benefit our organization. Don't miss out on Philanthro SF's big event to kick off the summer! Bayside Prom is on Saturday, June 11th from 9 pm - 2 am at Broadway Studios in San Francisco!
Philanthro SF is a nonprofit that engages young adults in philanthropy through social, volunteer and leadership activities. In addition to an 80s/90s costume contest, there will also be a silent auction with items ranging from wine tastings to cooking classes. 100% of net proceeds from the event will be donated to Refugee Transitions! Location: Broadway Studios, 435 Broadway (at Montgomery), San Francisco Tickets: Purchase your tickets before they sell out! Feel free to call (415) 989-2151 or email Sandy with questions. |
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Meet Jyoti and Hema: Refugee Transitions Students and Performers in Home Season 2011!
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Refugee Transitions students Jyoti and Hema made their radio debut last Wednesday at the studios of Alice@97.3, Live 105, 99.7 Now, and KRFC-AM! Along with Executive Director Laura Vaudreuil, Jyoti and Hema will be featured in a weekly public affairs radio show hosted by Liz Saint John. Listen to the podcast here.
Jyoti was born in Bhutan and lived in a refugee camp in Nepal for 15 years. She came to Oakland in 2009 and has just graduated from Oakland International High School. Jyoti loves music and reading books, and she is involved in many community activities to support her fellow students. Next year, she will be attending San Francisco State University and hopes to study international relations, Asian American studies, and possibly biology.
Also originally from Bhutan, Hema lived in a refugee camp in Nepal for 17 years before resettling to Oakland in 2008. Hema is an avid dancer - when she lived in Nepal, she was selected as a backup dancer in a Bollywood film! Next year, Hema will begin a nursing course at Lake Merritt College.
Both Jyoti and Hema are gifted singers and dancers, and you can witness their talents at Home Season 2011!
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Join RT's Donor Circle
Refugee Transitions expresses heartfelt gratitude to our family of supporters. Please click here to join our donor circle.
We would not be able to continue and enhance our programs and services without your philanthropy!
Here's a list of our contributors.
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Upcoming Events
June 10, 7 - 10 pm
Film Screening and Panel - God Grew Tired of Us: Hosted by Philanthro SF, this film follows the journey of three Lost Boys of Sudan as they search for and adjust to a new life in America. The screening will be followed by a Q&A session featuring staff and board members from Refugee Transitions.
Location: Hobart Building Variety Preview Room, 582 Market Street (at 2nd and Montgomery), Suite 101, San Francisco
Tickets: Available online
June 11, 9 pm - 2 am
Philanthro SF Presents Bayside Prom: Bayside Prom is a benefit for Refugee Transitions. 100% of net proceeds will be donated to Refugee Transitions to support our programs for refugee and immigrant families!
Location: Broadway Studios 435 Broadway (at Montgomery), San Francisco Tickets: Available online June 17, 8 pm June 18, 8 pm June 19, 7 pm Home Season 2011: Refugee Transitions partners with Epiphany Productions to present Home Season 2011, an evening of performances honoring refugees around the world in conjunction with World Refugee Day. Location: ODC Theater 3153 17th Street (at Shotwell), San Francisco Tickets: Available online or call (415) 863-9834
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