Engineers Without Borders - Lehigh Valley, PA

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The discussion centers around a free screening event hosted by the Engineers Without Borders (EWB) Lehigh Valley chapter, featuring the documentary film "Pride of Lions," which focuses on Sierra Leone and its people. The event includes a guest speaker, Dr. Bailor Barrie, and aims to raise awareness about EWB's efforts in supporting communities through various projects.

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  • One participant shares details about the screening event, including the date, time, location, and the involvement of Dr. Bailor Barrie.
  • Another participant expresses appreciation for the information shared about the event.
  • A different participant reiterates the event details as a reminder for those interested in attending.
  • One participant expresses interest in attending but mentions the distance as a barrier, while also highlighting Dr. Barrie's role and providing additional links related to the event.

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Participants generally express enthusiasm for the event, but there is no consensus on attendance due to logistical concerns from some individuals.

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The http://www.ewb-usa.org/" (EWB), Lehigh Valley chapter, is hosting a free screening of the film, "Pride of Lions", a documentary film about Sierra Leone and it's people. Screening is Friday, April 30'th at 6 pm at the Lehigh University, Packard Auditorium, Rm 101. See attached flyer for more details. This is open to the public and our guest speaker, Dr. Bailor Barrie, is featured in the film.

EWB is an organization that helps people in countries like Sierra Leone by rebuilding schools, creating fresh drinking water supplies, etc. . . EWB can use everyone's support, not just engineers. Students are also welcome to join.
 

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Thanks Greg. Just bumping one more time to remind anyone interested in going, it's this Friday night. :smile:
 
I love to go, but it's a bit far for me.

From the flyer - Dr. Bailor Barrie, Managing Director of the Kono Clinic in Sierra Leone who is featured in the film.
www.goact.org - Global Action Foundation

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http://ewb-lehighvalley.org/default.aspx

Very cool! :cool: :approve:
 
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