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View donated paintings, drawings, and photographs by professional artists and photographers from around the world.
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The Gala is the most highly attended event at the Nigerian Embassy all year. Click above to purchase tickets, become a sponsor, or volunteer!
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THE 6TH ANNUAL GALA FOR GLOBAL CHANGE-2012
AT THE
EMBASSY OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA
Friday, February 17th 6:00pm-9pm
Join international dignitaries, US officials and local celebrities at the Nigerian Embassy for a dazzling night of Artisanal Food and Cocktails, a silent Art Auction and Leadership Initiatives 1st Ann
ual Service Awards ceremony.
Special guests will include:
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. US Nigerian Ambassador-Prof. Adebowale Ibidapo Adefuye
. Emir of Bauchi - Alhaji Rilwanu Suleiman Adamu
. International Youth Foundation -CEO and President -William Reese
. African Women's Cancer Awareness Association-Director and Founder-Ify Anne Mwabaukwu
. GlobalGiving-Chief Program Officer-John Hecklinger
This event is the signature Nigerian Embassy event for 2012. It is the highest attended Embassy function each year.
The Art
The evening will include an array of paintings, drawings, and photographs by local, national, and international artists such as Habib Alhassan Tata, Zachary Sasim, Jeremey Tripp, Jo Ann Marie, Whitney Derber, Kabir Ahmed, Nasir Ahmed, and James Macariello. Click here to see samples of the art that will be available.
The Auction
Your generous participation and purchases during our live and silent auctions will ensure that Leadership Initiatives can continue to inspire the self-reliant leadership and support the entrepreneurial spirit of hundreds of individuals in Nigeria.
Video Conference with Program Graduates Who Have Created
Fish Farming Programs
- -Feeding entire villages of previously malnourished community members by providing affordable sources of food.
Welding, Automotive Repair, Tailoring and Computer Repair Businesses
- -Creating thousands of jobs across Nigeria.
Computer Education Classes With Job Placement for the Disabled
- -Teaching skills that enable them to live independently and with dignity.
Leadership Initiatives 6th Annual Gala for Global Change
Date:
Friday, February 17th 6pm to 9pm
6 pm V.I.P. Preview ($100)
7-10 pm General Admission ($35)
Order today and receive $10 off.
Location:
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
3519 International Court NW
Washington, D.C. 20008 (map)
Metro: Van-Ness UDC (Red)
