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As conflicts around the world escalate, former Prime Minister Joe Clark will speak in Calgary about the critical role of NGOs (non-governmental organizations) and government in helping to prevent or resolve these conflicts.
Breaking Down Walls: Relief, Development and Peace is an evening of music and discussion with Mr. Clark on Nov. 21 at Foothills Alliance Church.
Mr. Clark, who was also one of Canada’s most well-known foreign ministers, is a Canadian statesman, businessman, writer, university professor, former journalist and politician. In his recent book about Canada’s foreign policy (How We Lead: Canada in a Century of Change) Clark discusses both international and domestic leadership, including the challenges facing the current government.
“We are pleased to host this fundraising evening with Mr. Clark. It will focus on the important work of building understanding between people in conflict; supporting healthy community development through relationship building and education,” says Abe Janzen, Executive Director, Mennonite Central Committee (MCC).
Donations will support MCC’s Global Family education program in over 40 countries. Global Family works to lessen barriers for children accessing education, through community-based education.
Copies of Mr. Clark’s book, How We Lead: Canada in a Century of Change, will be available for purchase, with a book signing to follow the presentation. The evening will be hosted by Chris Epp, with music provided by Kim Thiessen, Darryl Neustaedter Barg and the Corpus Christi Male Chorale.
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