Facing Adversity: Stories of resilience and growth in times of political turmoil

When:
Wednesday, Aug 02, 2017 6:30p -
8:00p

Where:
Acera
5 Lowell Avenue
Winchester, MA 01890

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Admission:
FREE

Categories:
Kid Friendly, Lectures & Conferences

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Facing Adversity: Stories of resilience and growth in times of political turmoil
A community event for students and adults interested in global issues


Acera is proud to invite you to an evening of conversation about navigating politically charged times.


Speak with witnesses to the Egyptian Revolution, the Bosnian war, the fall of the German wall, and recent riots at the G20 meeting.


Bring your curiosity, questions, observations.
Recommended for students middle school and up, and adults.


Panelists:
Souad Belcaid, 7th grade science teacher, American School of Tangier, Morocco
Selma Svendsen, Senior Director at iRobot; Bosnian conflict
Stefanie Friedhoff, German-American Journalist and Partnerships Director at Acera
Courtney Dickinson, Founder and Director, Acera School (moderator)


photos by Corey Oakley, Howard Ignatius and Dave Atkinson

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