Behind the Scenes: Preparations for Orlando Day of Action


Oct 14th, 2006 4:00 PM UTC
By Joan Faulkner, ONE Regional Field Organizer


Right now my house looks like a ONE warehouse. It’s stocked with ONE banners, wristbands, voter pledges, flyers, and tons of copies of fact sheets – plus emails from volunteers, new members, city officials and the media – all wanting more information about tomorrow’s event!


One of our event speakers, Derreck Kayongo from CARE, arrived today from Atlanta. A great friend to ONE, I always look forward to hearing Derreck’s personal stories about life in Uganda. I hope his message will inspire everyone to keep moving forward in this fight.


So what can you expect on the 15th? When you arrive, volunteers will welcome you and ask you to sign the ONE Voter Pledge. (These volunteers are not only members of ONE but also volunteers from local aid groups who want to help out.) Too young to vote? Then move to the next table where you can sign the ONE Declaration.


Next, we’ll hand you a ONE wristband. The gift is a thank you from us to you for joining us at our Stand-Up event.


Finally, step on over to the art area where we’ll trace your footstep. During the event, everyone’s footprints will be displayed, as a symbol of Orlando’s support of ONE.


Then stay a while. Enjoy live music from two awesome bands, purchase food from Dandelions Communitea Cafe and listen to our dynamic speakers – including members of ONE Orlando, Derreck Kayongo from CARE International, Joe Perry, from RESULTS, and Natasha McIntosh, from Fair Trade for a Greater Orlando Coalition.


What will take place at the moment of the actual ‘Stand-Up?’ You’ll have to be there to find out. It’ll be a great day to be inspired by speakers, create art, enjoy music and “Stand-Up” together to make poverty history.

ONE Voice. ONE Vote. Add your<br /> signature to the ONE Declaration.

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