Washington DC — ONE joins the NAACP to rally hundreds of young people in the fight against global poverty in Africa.

Edith Jibunoh, ONE Senior Manager of Africa Outreach, who works on the ground in Nigeria, will participate in a panel discussion along with other leading policy and media experts to educate students and discuss ways they can get involved in finding solutions to key issues afflicting the African continent, including poverty, genocide, and the green movement.

In anticipation of the event, Edith Jibunoh said:
“Working in Nigeria, I have seen how America has helped propel successful development programs forward. As the most energetic and dynamic constituency in the United States, students are vital to maintaining momentum behind these efforts throughout Africa. My hope is that we all leave tonight with renewed energy, greater knowledge on the issues and new, creative ideas about how we can help shape a better world.”

Who:
Edith Jibunoh Senior Manager of Africa Outreach, ONE Abuja, Nigeria
Noelle LuSane Staff Director, Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Office of Congressman Donald Payne Washington, DC
Jeff Johnson Host, BET News / Commentator, Tom Joyner Morning Show Bowie, Maryland
Briggs Bomba Director of Campaigns, Africa Action Washington DC
Tonex Grammy Nominated Gospel Artist Los Angeles, California
When: Monday July 13, 2009 6:30-8:30PM EST

Where: 100th NAACP Convention Grand Ballroom, New York Hilton Hotel 1335 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10019