"Running the Sahara" screening

African Diaspora for Change partners with
Africare and TransAfrica Forum for:
"Running the Sahara"
Thursday, March 26, 2009
 

Running for Clean Water on World Water Day

On March 26, at 6:00 p.m, at the American Film Institute (AFI) in downtown Silver Spring, MD, Nehst Studios will screen its riveting documentary “Running the Sahara.” This acclaimed documentary takes you on an incredible 111 day trek of three runners across the Sahara Desert. The film highlights the willpower, discipline, and endurance of three human beings motivated to get up each day for four months to face the daunting prospect of running another 50 miles despite incredible odds against them. Through this journey the men learned not only of their own strength and determination, but that of the people of Africa they encountered, despite an incredible water crisis.

Immediately following the film, a reception and panel discussion with renowned experts will discuss how we can make a difference in bringing clean water to Africa.

We encourage you to join us for an informative and moving evening regarding the Water Crisis in Africa as seen through the challenge of Running the Sahara.

To purchase tickets, click here.
For more details, contact the Office of Development and Marketing at Africare:
Office: 202.328.5322
development@africare.org