Rhode Island-based Plan USA, and its partner organization, Plan International/Ghana are sponsoring a US visit (Washington DC & NY) for six gifted Ghanaian teenagers as part of a pilot "Youth Ambassadors" program.

The six Ghanaian Youth Ambassadors are: Abigail Sogah (15); Mr. Baleng (16); Justice ; Christian (12); Martha (16), and Puobaare (14).

The program is being presented in partnership with the Diaspora Africa Forum's diplomatic mission in Accra, Ghana, and is designed to create and increase global awareness of everyday life for young people in Africa and focus public attention on Plan's child- centered programs and initiatives. "It is with great pride and fervor that we welcome the Ghanaian Youth Ambassadors to the United States," said Ahuma Adodoadji, president and chief executive officer of Plan USA. "The scheduled visits to Washington DC, New York City, and to our Plan USA headquarters in Rhode Island, will provide invaluable experiences for all involved." The youth will engage with various youth organizations, visit historical sites, attend church services, undergo media training for interviews, appear on youth radio, visit the Ghana Embassy & UN consulates in addition to other fun activities such as Six Flags Amusement Park and The Lion King on Broadway. Additionally, a reception and fundraiser will be held in each city to support Plan Programs in Ghana.

The UNIFICATION CHURCH (PEACE CENTER) is located at 1610 Columbia Road, Washington DC 20009 (phone 202-462- 5700) PARKING IS LIMITED. COME EARLY!

The confirmed performers for the event are: KUKU, 3 Generations, Madarocka, ALLY WAY & The Cultural foundation for Children Drum and Dance group.

COST: Donations accepted at the door (Minimum requested $10)

• Three Generations is a traveling musical theater company dedicated to the preservation of Native American and African song and storytelling. This exciting troupe combines the elements of song, history, geography, language, rhythm, culture and dance to create an entertaining, educational, spiritually elevated performance full of audience participation.
• KUKU & South African guitarist Mongezi NtakaHailed by a fan as "the African Music Medicine Man," this Yoruba, DC-based troubadour has been touring extensively since the release of his debut recording "Love Sessions." In October 2007, South African guitar maestro Mongezi Ntaka (former and original guitarist for the late Lucky Dube band) joined KUKU as he launched "The Absence of Cool" at his third Kennedy Center appearance.
• Madarocka! Nigerian born, raised in D.C., educated at the University of Delaware, Howard University, and in the streets of D.C., New York and L.A., Madarocka is not only an entertainer, she is a gifted poet with the voice of a hardcore angel.MADAROCKA won the HIP HOP category at the 2006 Nigerian Entertainment Awards which was part of a larger celebration held in Washington, DC
• Ally Way, born March 29, 1987 is currently recording her full length album. She is an educator, dancer,guitarist, and pianist. This dwarf star has shared stage with legends such as Herbie Hancock, Tina Marie, Doug E. Fresh & Destiny's Child.
• Cultural Foundation for Children has been educating area youth about African culture through dance and music. The artistic director and founder Victor Berry leads the Prince William County non-profit group by presenting, preserving and passing African traditions for future generations.

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