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First AMV annual convention
A Tribute To Cultural Unification
United we stand for liberty and justice for ALL.
Keynote Speakers:
Honorable Congressman Pete Stark
Mr. Gus Morrison, Mayor of Fremont
Mr.Erin Callahan, western regional Director,
Amnesty International USA
Other attractions:
* Multi cultural performances
Sitar and tabla ensemble, Muslim hip hop, Traditional Vietnamese, Japanese, Latino, African America and Chinese performances
* Award ceremony
We are accepting nominations till Sept 15 for the awards in the following four categories.
1: Martin Luther King community service award.( By community we mean every one, community at large.)
2: Unbiased media reporter of an institute. ( TV, radio, news paper)
3: A just public official for everyone and not for selected groups. (We already have four nominees for this category.)
4: An organization which has done improvident work to defend the rights of Muslim, Arab and South Asians.
* Panel discussion:
1: Election 2004, protection of civil rights in the light of human rights.
Bush or Kerry, will there be a difference?
2: Mandatory Draft – Youth from diverse backgrounds will share their
opinion (1)why we need it (2) who will be affected by it and how do
we feel about it?
3: Women’s rights and role in Islam (Muslim scholars) Are Muslim women oppressed?
When: October 3rd, Sunday 2004
Where: Chandni Restaurant, 5748 Mowry School Road Newark, Ca 94560
Time: 4:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Cost: $ 25.00 per person includes dinner
Limited seating. Please purchase your ticket today.
We will dedicate 10 minutes to AMV’s fund raiser
Special request: Could you please enrich this event by dressing in your traditional clothing.
We are very grateful for your support and friendship. Looking forward to see you.
The AMV Team
For more information or to purchase a ticket please call: 650-387-1994
Co-sponsored by Amnesty International SF Bay Area
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