In view of the recent natural disasters that occurred in Asia (massive flooding in Manila, Philippines and earthquake in Sumatra, Indonesia), our team at SIP @ NYP feels very compelled to do something to help the victims. We have come up with the following idea that we’re currently proposing to the school:
“NYP Gives Back!”
In essence, it is a flea-market concept event, which invites students to bring/make products and sell.
60% of the revenue will go to victims of the Sumatra earthquake (in collaboration with MercyRelief & Red Cross), 40% will be kept by students.
This would also be tied in with a mini-concert performed by the finalists of BandzOut 2009 (organized by SIT), who would perform and draw customers to the flea-market.
Objectives
1. To raise funds for the earthquake victims in Sumatra.
2. To nurture social entrepreneurship amongst Nanyang Polytechnic students, allowing them to make money and make a difference simultaneously.
3. To elevate NYP’s image, as not just an Innovative Polytechnic, but a school that cares for society, through creative entrepreneurship.
4. To promote awareness of social entrepreneurship and SIP @ NYP
Proposed Dates: 18th and 19th Nov 2009 (Wed-Thurs)
Time: 10 am to 5pm
Location: Atrium @ NYP
Why They Need Our Help Many of the victims of the recent events, have lost their family members, friends and also their homes, and food supplies.
Some pictures of the devastation from Typhoon Ketsana that hit Philippines, include massive flooding, severe wreckage of many homes, thousands and thousands of homeless people.
http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2009/09/typhoon_ketsana_ondoy.html
Do Your Part
Share with your friends on Facebook, and also your classmates.
We need as many people as possible, to make this event a success.
If anything, please email us at nypsip@gmail.com
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