October 29, 2010 in News by webmaster
Lost Boys Reach Out to the Community
The Lost Boys have invested a significant amount of time and effort to raise awareness of the situation in Southern Sudan and Darfur, as well as their vision for a peaceful future.
LBRSS has reached out to a variety of students, churches, civic and professional groups, including:
- Middle Schools in Kane County, IL, including Wredling Middle School, Geneva South Middle School and Geneva North Middle School
- High Schools in the Chicagoland area such as Maine East, St. Charles North, St. Charles East, Fremd and Gage Park
- Colleges and Universities such as University of Chicago, DePaul Law School, Claremont College, Butler University, Marian College, Elgin Community College and Northern illinois University
- Professional Organizations such as Bilingual Teachers Workshops, Illinois Bar Association and Adult Educators Planning Council
- Sports Organizations
- Several church groups in the Chicagoland area
Testimonials
- ~ Maine East High School
"When we brought a couple of speakers from the Lost Boys Rebuilding Southern Sudan to our school several years ago, all teachers involved agreed it was beyond an educational experience. The gentlemen tell their stories with such passion and importance, making it evident to every listener that not only do they remember their past and live each day with it, but they will spend the rest of their lives making the situation in Sudan more promising. Ultimately, they have taught our kids many lessons from the history of the war in Sudan and the current climate there, to life lessons about dedication, diligence, and determination. Now, year after year, we bring back these courageous young men to tell their stories and pass on authentic experiences to our youth. There is no better way to teach empathy than presenting students with the firsthand account of these gifted and generous young men. -Eric Coval, English"
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