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Healing Streams in the DR Congo

At Healing Streams we are passionate about healing from the trauma of gender-based violence for the women and girl children in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In DR Congo rape impacts a whole community because women are the producers of food and the caregivers for the family. While many women & men are working to change this attitude, the number one response to a raped woman in DR Congo is rejection. This rejection tears at the very core of the community.  Join us in bringing hope and healing through training of trainers, advocacy, and support in partnership with local Congolese organizations and churches.
Circle of Hope 2009 a Success E-mail
What a night it was!  From the rhythmic beats from Organic Groove to the compelling stories & pictures from Congo we were mesmerized by the sights and sounds of Africa. Who didn't love watching Nii from Creation Africa hard at work with his carving demonstration, bidding on a silent auction items or  renewing acquaintances.
Thank you to each one who contributed to the Circle of Hope 2009 where each new partner helps us grow the circle and bring hope to those who feel forgotten.

Because of your support, Healing Streams can continue to help communities and refugee organizations build capacity by providing training in compassionate holistic counselling and leadership skills.  Dawn Penner, executive director, will be in Congo from October 30-November 18th providing training, support, and building networks.

Healing Streams would like to thank the many sponsors contributed items and services to the silent auction. Please let them know that you appreciate their support by continuing to purchase their goods and services.

Circle of Hope sponsors:
Refreshments:
Ferndale Vineyards Inc. the makers of ChampanadeTM.
Funk Farms
Vineland United Mennonite Church

Silent Auction
A Natural Alternative
Anita Koop, Massage Therapist
Bennies Restaurant
Brenda Ben
Creation Africa
Data Perceptions
Delons Mens Wear
Erna Janzen
Gary Caplan
Heart Of The Matter
Herrle’s Country Farm
Inniskillin
JPB Photography
KGF Photography
King Street Trio
Marble Slab Creamery
Marie Gingerich
McFarland Automotive
Peter Braid, MP
Pizza Nova
Robert McLean
Sandy Cucci, Certified Interior Decorator
Shika Shantz
Stephen Lewis
Stratford Festival
Sunoco - Ottawa & Strasburg, Kitchener
Ten Thousand Villages
The UPS Store
Wordsworth Books
Zeno Economides - Hair Stylists

 
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