This video made me cry. I got meet Mihaela Mihaescu and her mother today. I admire their passion and their drive to build one of the first independent living centers in Romania, IHTIS. The goal is to get $1 from 350,000 people to support this program. They plan to make it viral. It was very moving. I will be preparing a separate post about this project. Below is a clip describing the fundraising campaign.
The vide made its debut during a conference hosted by the Soros Foundation as part of their pilot advocacy through blogging program.
I'm putting aside the Romanian lei I have left to donate to this campaign.
This video made me also cry, very sad. I hope will gain health again.
Posted by: islam | November 18, 2008 at 03:16 PM
Knowing a little about the history in Romania concerning the treatment of the disabled, I am even more overwhelmed by the magic and the power in this video! Mihaela is amazing and I felt an instant connection to her through this.
Will be following her progress, and keeping my eyes open for the upcoming training manual as well. I work with adults with disabilities and extreme income challenges - and they are one of the most marginalized populations in US society as well.
Many blessings to Mihaela, her life-changing work, and to you Beth for your involvement!
Cynthia
Posted by: Cynthia | November 23, 2008 at 07:43 PM