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TORONTO, ONTARIO - The Canadian Institute of Cultural Affairs (ICA), a non-profit organization, is participating as an official charity of this year’s Toronto marathon on Sunday, October 14. The organization’s campaign, Listen to the Drumming, is currently seeking runners to raise money in support of youth empowerment and HIV/AIDS prevention programs in Africa. Through extensive fundraising, the Listen to the Drumming campaign strengthens ICA Canada partner agencies in six African nations.
These agencies work to fight against the spread of HIV/AIDS through community development and leadership programs.
In sub-Saharan Africa 25.4 million people are estimated to be living with HIV/AIDS. Over half of newly infected people are between the ages of 15 to 24. For this reason, the Listen to the Drumming targets younger people. “With the right tools for prevention and education, we can help stop the spread of HIV/AIDS among youth,” says ICA Director Liz Donnery.
This year’s goal is to raise $40,000. The ICA needs runners, walkers, relay teams and supporters to sign up today to help put an end to the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Participants can chose to complete a 5km run or walk, a 21km half marathon, or the full 42km. All runners who raise over $1,000 will be entered into a draw to win a trip to Africa.
Supporters can register online at www.icacan.ca or by calling 416-691-3216.
About the Canadian Institute of Cultural Affairs (ICA)
With over 40 years of experience, the Canadian Institute of Cultural Affairs is a non-profit charitable organization that functions to develop the capacity of all people to contribute to positive social change. The ICA works directly with local communities in cultures around the world to create locally based responses to issues and crisis that threaten and marginalize people. ICA Canada works in partnership with six African ICA offices to support vital programs related to the HIV/AIDS crisis.
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