4D Show in Karachi!

Yes Ladies and Gentlemen.. It exists! I didn't believe it too until I saw and experienced the show in person.

Sindbad Park in Karachi has a tiny 4D show cinema. It has a capacity of 22 people. The cinema is nice and clean. Currently, they are showing a 25 minutes animation by the name of "Museum of Horrors" which is inspired by Night in Museum concept. The seats are comfy, view is great from any seat and the seats keep moving, tingling and water is sprayed at multiple points of the movie. It was a wonderful experience!

I would recommend you all to view the show with your families. The ticket per person is merely Rs. 100 and its totally worth it.

Have fun all!

What are we afraid of?

I remember, not too many years ago, when I was a kid, there existed a concept of penfriends. The idea was to have long distance friends belonging to different cultures, beliefs or countries. It was looked upon as a learning activity for personal development. It increased person's view of looking at the world and being more broad minded, understanding and patient in accepting the cultures, beliefs and ideas which were different than his own.

Nowadays, phobia, hatred and intolerance has increased multifolds. Adults are so obsessed by the ideas and misconceptions of they being the most superior race and are busy indulging in hating other cultures, views and beliefs and they are imparting the same teachings to their kids. This can be observed by overhearing the conversation between any two kids. You would hear them saying that, " we are the best and those those people are so dirty and so bad etc etc. " The seeds of hatred and phobia is so deep rooted in our veins that i see that even people who are living abroad do not mingle with people of other cultures and beliefs and only move in their own community circles and wear their religion and culture upon their sleeves with a superiority complex.

What are we afraid of? Why are we suffering from this superiority complex? This phobia? Why have we started believing in these divisions? Why have we lost faith in humanity? Equality of all humans? and ability of humans to bond with each other on a simple relation of being human? Is it not enough that we are all humans and share a common home called mother earth?

The answer to this is that it is enough and IT SHOULD BE ENOUGH! We need to break free from these divisions and value another human being, his ideas, his beliefs for whatever they may be and respect him and his beliefs, culture and value, no matter how much our own opinions and ideas differ from his. We need to get rid of our superiority complex.We need to respect everyone and accept them as who they are. We need to cultivate love and respect in our kids heart for everyone. Its time for us to let the light shine!

My message is love and peace for all!

Musical Enigma: Mr. Danish Ali

 Systemers comprise of an interesting mix of individuals, hosting and honing in themselves range of talents. Every man and woman here, when investigated upon reveals a unique flair for some form of art.

This time, we will be bringing under the spotlight a man who is quite well known in Systems for his unique set of talents, his good natured humor, down to earth helpful nature and amazing management skills. Yes, we are talking about none other than Mr. Danish Ali. While he is known in System's circle for his acting, singing and music, we will be specifically focusing of his musical talents.

A lot of you have enjoyed his musical performances and others who haven't as yet will hopefully soon get a chance to do so. He has proved himself a master on keyboard. We managed to get a hold of him and ask him few questions regarding his hobby of music. You will also have a unique chance to listen to his own creations as well. But first, we leave you in conversation with Danish...



At what age did you start to play the keyboard?

Learning keyboard was never intended for a profession but as a hobby, and that might be the reason I never took it seriously and practiced it properly. Except that whenever I feel depress it aids me to ease up and carry on with a smile on my face. So, I don’t exactly remember when I started playing.

However, there is an interesting story that when I was 12 years old, my cousin had a Casio toy keyboard which was usually hidden in some closet. So whenever they are not present, I secretly used to play with it. One day, my uncle caught my playing, but when he heard some tunes that I was playing, he was so impressed that he wanted me to learn it properly.

As a result, at the age of 15, I started with learning of Harmonium from Ustad Mubarak Hussain Khan (Late) who taught me the basics and trained me with the traditional classical music.

After a year, I switched to playing keyboard under the guidance of Ghayaz Bazmi. He is by profession a civil engineer and a very fastidious personality. He is like a counselor to me as he guided me selflessly not only the keyboard but also how to live a life!
Later on, due to college/university studies all my music lessons & practices clogged.
It was only for about approximately 15 months of properly studying keyboard playing.


Why did you choose to learn the keyboard? What do you like about this instrument?

Since, we are living in a ‘Computer Age’ and from musical instrument perspective; a keyboard provides almost everything that one can wish to play. From Sitar to Guitars, from Tablas to Rock styles; one can have a wide variety of complete musical instruments in one single piece. This was the main reason for me to pick this instrument and enjoy the world of music.


Was there any individual who influenced your decision?

At my primary education (Grade I-V), we had a musical instructor who was blind but he was unbelievable at playing keyboard. So, I can say that, he was my first inspiration. Then there is Adnan Sami, Yani and A.R Rehman, who really inspired me with their musical skills.



What type of music do you enjoy playing the most?

Well, it depends on my mood, the chords that first punch after I click the start button or anything good that I hear. But usually I like Soft, Old Pakistani/Indian classics and my own creations


Do you practice? How long every day or week?

When I was learning I used to practice about average 2 hours in every 2-3 days. However, after that it goes to one day a week then 2 week a month and now days, due to SDLC (SystemsLtd. Daily Life Cycle) it has gone to months.


Favorite performing group? Favorite song?

Any one who is playing good music is my favorite, but specifically, in bands - Eagles, Junoon, Aaroh and from individuals Nusrate Fateh Ali Khan, Sonu Nigam, Sajjad Ali and many more.


What do you like to do when you are not playing keyboard? Any other hidden talents we should know about?

Well if you have witnessed any Systems Limited AD in past 2-3 years, you must be familiar with my other talents. Besides playing keyboard, I have been involved in other arts like acting, scripting, singing and composing.


Have you ever thought of playing live for Systemers?

I have at numerous occasions.


Will you be willing to give lesson to any one if they are interested? If yes? What is the quality you hope your students would have?

I would love to transfer whatever knowledge I have gain of keyboard and music.
However, there is a fee for it and that is the person should be sincere, fortitude and should show me results with his practice.


Any message to those who want to learn to play this instrument?

I am no expert or professional and it also sound like I am too old but I have one message for everyone…With Full Devotion Follow Your Dreams!

Links to Danish Ali's Music:

Listen to: Nagin
Listen to: Just Music 
Listen to: Filbadi 
Listen to: Creation1  
Listen to: Techno 2
Listen to: Soft Track
Listen to: Just Music
Listen to: Sona Na Chandi
Listen to: Koi Jab Tumhara
Listen to: Janay Kahan Gaye Woh Din
Listen to: Dil Ho Gaya hai teera Deewana

SRC Tape Ball Tournament 2010

List of Registered Teams so far:

Team Name: Eliminators-11

Color: Black

Motto: The Riders Of The Storm

Team Members:

1. Faisal Iqbal
2. Faizan Ashraf
3. Nasir Imran
4. Naushad Qamar
5. Usman Irshad
6. Waqas Ali
7. Saad Saleem
8. Umair Mufti
9. Uzair Arif
10. Muhammad Ali
11. Tariq Afzal
12. Kamil Mushtaq
13. Faizan Shaikh

Team Name: Systems Lions

Team Color: RED

Motto: Believe in ourselves because WE are the best

Team Members:

1. Ali Yousuf
2. Arsalan Hassan
3. Usman Ali Khan
4. Ahad Zubair
5. Jehanzeb Ghauri
6. Warood Chaudhary
7. Junaid Warsi
8. Fahad Nouman
9. Shane Hussain
10. Raheel Mirza
11. Farhan Raza

Team Name: Garlics Eleven

Color: Blue
Motto: Garlics Garlics on the way!!!

Team Members:

1. Asad Zaidi ( C )
2. Sikander Ahmed ( VC )
3. Tauseef Ahmed
4. Hassan Yousuf
5. Walee Muhammed
6. Saqib Saeed
7. Areeb Wasif
8. Danish Hassan
9. Syed Muhammad Ahmed
10. Syed Rizwan Zafar
11. Rehan Ahmed
12. Khawaja Mohammad Ali

Team Name: Strikers

Color: Green

Team Members:

1. Ghazanfer ( c )
2. Haroon (VC)
3. Amir
4. Hasnain Alibhai
5. Hasnain Raza
6. Naveed Surani
7. Aziz
8. Tauseef
9. Sohail
10. Faisal Qadir
11. Irfan
12. Imran
13. Noman

Team Name: Ghost Riders

Color: White

Team Members:

1. Sameer (Captain)
2. Abdul Mannan
3. Yaseen
4. Osama
5. Ali Bachlani
6. Vaqas Masood
7. Ali Siddique
8. Jamal
9. Waqas
10. Arif
11. Fahad Wali
12. Rizwan

Team Name: Veteran’s 11

Color: Grey

Motto: Have fun + dinner

Team Members:

1. Sajid Hamid

2. Siraj Uddin Mulla

3. Shahid Masood

4. Khurram Majeed

5. Syed Saud Akhter

6. Arsalan Rashid

7. Farrukh Riyadh

8. Danish Ali

9. Komail Abbas Noori

10. Azam Farooq

11. Mushtaq Patni
12. Afzal Wali

Life is a Game

Imagine life as a game in which you are juggling some five balls in the air. You name them - work, family, health, friends and spirit and you're keeping all of these in the air.You will soon understand that work is a rubber ball. If you drop it, it will bounce back. But the other four balls - family, health, friends and spirit - are made of glass. If you drop one of these, they will be irrevocably scuffed, marked, nicked, damaged or even shattered. They will never be the same. You must understand that and strive for Balance in your life.

How?


§ Don't undermine your worth by comparing yourself with others. It is because we are different that each of us is special.

§ Don't set your goals by what other people deem important. Only you know what is best for you.

§ Don't take for granted the things closest to your heart. Cling to them as you would your life, for without them, life is meaningless.

§ Don't let your life slip through your fingers by living in the past or for the future. By living your life one day at a time, you live all the days of your life.

§ Don't give up when you still have something to give. Nothing is really over until the moment you stop trying.

§ Don't be afraid to admit that you are less than perfect. It is this fragile thread that binds us to each together.

§ Don't be afraid to encounter risks. It is by taking chances that we learn how to be brave.

§ Don't shut love out of your life by saying it's impossible to find time. The quickest way to receive love is to give; the fastest way to lose love is to hold it too tightly; and the best way to keep love is to give it wings!

§ Don't run through life so fast that you forget not only where you've been, but also where you are going.

§ Don't forget, a person's greatest emotional need is to feel appreciated. Don't be afraid to learn. Knowledge is weightless, a treasure you can always carry easily.

§ Don't use time or words carelessly. Neither can be retrieved. Life is not a race, but a journey to be savored each step of the way...



by Bryan Dyson, CEO Coca Cola 

Submitted by: Danish Mustafa

The deadly dance...

Courtesy: Azam Farooq

When we sent them out to the sea..

Courtesy: Abdul Mannan

Aren't they cute?

Courtesy: Abdul Mannan

When they flirted with danger..

Courtesy: Azam Farooq

Event Buzz: Beach Picnic on 16th Oct

This event is being organized in collaboration with  WWF  Pakistan. We will specifically be focusing on their mangrove forest preservation and marine turtle program.

Schedule of the event:

• Arrival at Wetland Center WWF at Sands Pit
• Documentary and presentation from WWF about mangrove forest and marine turtle program
• Interaction with baby turtles
• Planting mangrove saplings
• 35 mins boat ride through the mangrove forest
• Arrival at the hut
• Lunch
• Relax at the beach
• Tea
• Departure

Special instructions:

• WWF has specially requested that please DONOT press the baby turtles too hard as it might kill them or seriously injure them.
• Please be punctual as we have an appointment with WWF

Suggestions:

• Wear comfortable and light clothes.
• Bring an extra set of clothes if you intend to go into the water
• You can design your custom name tag to attach to your mangrove sapling
• Try and learn as much as possible about on going WWF projects and see how you can contribute to their cause.
• Bring your cameras and take lots of pictures
• Pray for good weather
• ENJOY! :D

We have sent an invitation to the WWF officials to join us for lunch so you can find out more about their projects and aims in a more informal environment.

WETLAND CENTER (SANDs  PIT):

PRESENTATION:

BABY TURTLES:

MANGROVE SAPLINGS PLANTATION:

MANGROVE FOREST BOAT RIDE:

For more information, you can visit WWF website: http://wlcwwfpak.org/

Event Buzz

Mark your calendars everyone.. Next SRC event is scheduled for 16th of OCT. It is a family event.

14th August Pics

Photographers:
Danish
Ahad


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Quami Tarana

Six Weeks of Corporate World!

by

Mohsin Zameer

"Mohsin, are you planning an internship this summer", yes was my reply. "Nice, but do u have any idea whatsoever you will be doing there." NO! dude. "You will be treated as paid or may be unpaid servant, photocopier man, useless employee and degraded idiot professional". This was the weirdest response about internship I got from my friend few days before it started. The affect was also backed and enlarged by different words of mouth from other sides. So, before I started, I had made this impression of internship in my mind that it's like a military rough mud-filled training that a future soldier has to experience in order to complete the military requirements.

This was my learning internship, by learning internship I mean that one does spend his time in some organization just for the sake of learning, not to meet the degree requirement criteria of having one internship, most likely in your 3rd year, during an under-graduation program.

Finally I gathered all my will to say this to me that fine DUDE let me experience this part of life, definitely it would be a great experience. The main reason of this inner satisfaction was this that I had heard a good name and responses about the organization and its culture before I witnessed it on my own.

Here comes the first day of internship, I went to the office early in the morning as I wanted to be punctual and for this, I had to set alarm not only in my mobile but also in table clock, along with this dedication I had told everyone in the family to awake me early in the morning. hmm... Deciding what to wear was also a point of discussion between me and my family.

Reaching the office, meeting the person who interviewed me was a nice. I was sent to my desk, waited some time for computer installation and finally ready to perform any task that was to be given. I really enjoyed different kinds of assignments that were given to me, some of them were difficult as they took even a day or more. Meeting different people, asking them about their work, telling them about myself was a normal practice. It is may be due to the fact that being a new face anywhere calls your repeatedly telecasting of your basic information time after time.

Soon I developed good understanding with many employees there and started enjoying office life and activities as I didn't hesitate to sit longer if there was any work, coming to office in hard days (includes extreme rain falls and shutter down strikes) and ready to work over any assignment. Working with the company on the on-field projects was also interesting and dynamic task that it daily called for corporate lunch...Hmm. May be this whole enthusiasm is just because of the fact that I had met those employers who care for their employees, those seniors who respect their juniors and most importantly learning, and knowledge matters from wherever it comes.

Today at my 42nd day (last day of six week internship) I am gathering compliments, love from them and remembering all those moments that I had spent within last 42 days. These memories shall surely be with me through out my life. Life has quite changed at my side, learned several things and understood a lesson that at the end of the day honesty, dedication, loyalty and character lasts no matter what circumstances and conditions one has at a specific time.

SRC 14th August Event

Thank you every one for coming and participating in the function. Hope you enjoyed it! Comments are welcome!

Special thanks to all the contestants for coming forth and participating i.e. Hira, Komail, Sabiha, Arshia, Shafaq, Manan, Arsalan, Waqas and Ajmal.

I would also like to thank the following non-SRC members for all their help and support to execute the event.

• Danish Ali
• Danish Mustafa
• Saud Akhtar
  
• Rabia
• Hira Naqi
• Ahad
  

From the lower staff

• Arif
  

Thank You All Once Again!

Green Tip of the Day!

Whenever possible, travel by public transport or carpool, to reduce carbon emission.

Independence Day Celebrations!

Though this year is very sad in terms of disasters that has struck our country and countrymen, yet still we have much to celebrate and be thankful for. Every year on 14th August, we wear flag badges, adorn our houses with jhandis, adorn our buildings with lights and sing national songs. This year, however let us add to that and promise to change ourselves and our society for the better. Please use this thread to post all the things that you will from now on promise to do yourself and wish that every Pakistani did too. Also, if you have any message that you would like to give your fellow Pakistanis, please feel free to utilize this thread.

Messages from fellow Systemers:

I am Shaheen Ahmed Khan and I want to say...

When I meet ambitious people, following their dreams,
When I find happy faces around me, enjoying every moment of life,
When I see innocent children playing and making us laugh,
When I feel the warmth of my new born nephew,
Then I realize, how beautiful life is!

I want to live it, infact...we ALL want to live it!

However, the fear of bomb blasts and riots in my beloved country, cause me to ask myself, every morning when I leave home, that, will I be able to see my loved ones again? I request those people and their favorers, who think that they have the right to take people’s lives , please let us follow our dreams, please allow us to be happy, please allow our children to play and grow in a fear free environment, please live and let others live!

As life is meaningful and beautiful!

A very happy Independence Day to all!

May it bring independence from fear too.

I am Yasir Siddiqui and I want to say...

We are one nation, We should not break ourself by different languages, sects and casts. Make this country what it had been dreamt as. Live and Let Live! Geo Pakistan!



I am Danish Mustafa and I want to say...

Watan Say Hum Hain, Watan Hai Hum Say, Khayal Rakhna
Chaloo Mila Kar Kadam Kadam Say, Khayal Rakhna

Let me start with quoting Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah’s first few sentences of his speech delivered on August 15, 1947 delivered to Pakistani nation,

“It is with feelings of greatest happiness and emotion that I send you my greetings. August 15 is the birthday of the independent and sovereign State of Pakistan. It marks the fulfillment of the destiny of the Muslim nation which made great sacrifices in the past few years to have its homeland.

At this supreme moment my thoughts are with those valiant fighters in our cause. Pakistan will remain grateful to them and cherish the memory of those who are no more.

The creation of the new State has placed a tremendous responsibility on the citizens of Pakistan. It gives them an opportunity to demonstrate to the world how can a nation, containing many elements, live in peace and amity and work for the betterment of all its citizens, irrespective of caste or creed.”

Dear Pakistanis,

Let me use this opportunity to congratulate you on the occasion of the 64th anniversary of the Independence Day of Pakistan.

14th August is here again, the day we got independence, independence to make our own decisions, independence to live our lives as we want to, independence to prosper, independence to rise as the greatest nation.

14th august is the day to reiterate the promise that we made to our home land to do our best to serve Pakistan and its people. This day demands us to think what we did for our nation and what we can do. We as nation and as individual have the responsibility to work for the betterment of Pakistan and Pakistanis. As rightly said by Quaid-e-Azam, Pakistan and Pakistanis have lots of potential and resources to be a great nation and prosper.

On this occasion of celebration, we are in real trouble as whole Pakistan is in real catastrophic conditions; Flood around the country has claimed hundreds of lives and leaving millions of our people homeless. As per statement issued by United Nations, The flood in Pakistan has affected more people than Indian Ocean Tsunami did in 2004.

This testing time demand us to stand up and show the world that we are an independent nation, we are a brave nation who can fight the problems and emerge as a winner, it is the time to help our own brother and sister.

What the time demanding us is recognizing our responsibilities towards this great nation, we need to think what we have and what we can do. What I think WE as a nation lack awareness, and awareness comes from the people who think and strive for betterment. We struggle very hard to earn independence; we have not got it in charity. When we started in 1947 we have vision and a direction, somehow it is lost and we are derailed from the track. It is the time to regroup and take up that vision and direction and we have this responsibility. Let’s play our part; we have many areas to work on like Education, Health, Social Awareness, and research sciences. Let’s get together to put up some ideas for Pakistan and people of Pakistan.

Helping people by giving away charitable do not have any impact, it makes them beggars. Help them in a way so that they don’t need help for the next time should be our Moto.

HELP to make HELPING HANDS!

Let me end with...

Ye zameen muqaddas hai, maan ke pyar kee soorat,
Iss chaman mein tum sab ho, barq-o-bar kee soorat,
Dekhna gawana mut,
Dolat-e-yaqeen logon,
Ye watan amanat hai, aur tum ameen logon.

I am Danish Ali and I just want to say...

Do not just Point Out the Mistake, but try to Correct the Mistake!


I am Musharraf Amir and I want to suggest that...

We should focus on seeking Allah’s forgiveness so that we might receive His mercy. With all our help and troubleshooting efforts, we should also be seeking forgiveness as Allah says, “Why do you not seek forgiveness of Allah that you may receive mercy?’” [An-Naml: 46]
I want to share following thoughts..

This is the day,
That Our nation sings
This is the day
That the liberty bell starts to ring
This is the day
We all start to remember
What We stand for
And to celebrate our Independence
We stand up high, as We
All start to cry
As we think about,
All that died
For you, for me, for our whole country
Risking their life
Each & everyday here is a salute
To all that lay ...

Happy Independence Day! :)

I am Muhammad Ali Khan and my message is....

We should be united, have faith and be disciplined in order to help our fellow Pakistanis & to raise the morale of our beloved homeland,…….. Pakistan Zindabaad!!!


I am Nasreen Shehzad and I want to say..

Be Pakistani, Buy Pakistani and Be proud to be a Pakistani. It is our land and our sole identity, we can get lavish and comfortable life somewhere abroad but we can never have the feeling of pride and this is the major difference between ‘pardes’ and ‘apna des’ so we should all be proud of our nation and should step forward to help our fellow men especially the flood victims. Please come forward and play your part. God Bless us all!


I am Sabiha Essa Khan and I am proud to be a Pakistani….

My message for my Countrymen…

Our country is going through testing times; times which are perhaps as grave as was witnessed by our forefathers in 1947. All we can see today is terrorism, lawlessness, inflation, joblessness and natural calamities; at times it does feel that our death angel is doing some sort of overtime in our sacred land of Pakistan. No doubt, we are in trouble but there is one source which everyday keeps us moving and progressing in our own ways of life and that’s HOPE. As they say, Hope sustains the world, its actually sustaining us, and the millions of our brothers and sisters who are on the ground facing and fighting the battle of life. Lets carry forward this spirit of hope and bring light of love, compassion, togetherness and peace in the lives of each other…lets not just talk, but act in some positive ways to see what we complaint for and miss around us…. lets join hands to do whatever we can to make this land what it truly deserves to be…let us try to spread this power of positive energy and hope which can be our only salvation and inspiration to stay strong and steadfast at this time….

God bless Pakistan…Long live Pakistan!


I am Kashif Iqbal and here is my view on this 14th August...

Let’s remember the sacrifices of our freedom fighters at least for one day and lets forever be proud to be a Pakistani!!!
Let us celebrate our Independence and Independence day... So let me Wish you a very Happy Independence day!

I am Farrukh Riyadh and I want to say..

Be Pakistani (Although its difficult but atleast we can try ).... Buy Pakistani (If you get any good made 100% in Pakistan... go get it before it expires )... Love Pakistani (Only Love can remove all differences.... Although this includes lot of unwanted faces... but this is the only thing we can do to make Peace in our Land )


I am Faheem Akram and I want to...

Wish you all a very Happy Independence Day!

Everyone should follow law (not forgetting the in-laws).
Everyone should contribute for the best of society.
Everyone should think out of the box.

And lastly...
Khoon e Dil de K Nekhareen Ge Rukh Barg e Gulab
Hum Ne Gulshan kay Tahafaz ke Qasam Khai Hay


I am Najeeb Ahmed and I want to say...

Love Pakistan OR Leave Pakistan!


I am Samreen Irfan and I want to say...

• It’s time to come together once again and help our fellowmen through the hardships they are facing due to floods.
• It’s time to make each other realize that we are there for each other when the whole world is against us .
• It’s time to rebuild the broken courage, the shattered mind.
• It’s time to revitalize the true meanings of PAKISTAN
• It’s time to come together and make Pakistan according to the dreams of QUAID and IQBAL
• So lets Come together and make it the world’s best place to live in! PAKISTAN PAINDABAD!!!!!

I am Zubia Jamil and I wish...

• I wish everyone followed traffic signals and gave way to pedestrians on Zebra crossings
• I wish everyone would remember that water and electricity are really short and does not waste them
  
• I wish everyone would dedicate at least 15 minutes of their day to community service
• I wish everyone would stop judging others on the basis of color, creed or religion.
• I wish everyone in our society would be more tolerant and accept others with views which are not similar to their own
  
• I wish everyone would realize that any help from them in terms of blood, money, education or community service is important and makes a difference
• I wish everyone would stop throwing trash every where and keep it with themselves and throw it in the dustbins at home.
• I wish everyone refuses to give or accept bribes
• I wish everyone would realize that they are not better than anyone else on the basis of Punjabi, Pathan, Sindhi, etc
• I wish everyone would believe in humanity above all other criterion

This post is part of SRC's Independence Day Celebrations!

Image Source:
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Disclaimer: This article solely reflects the thoughts and ideas of the writer alone and does not represent any organization in any way.

UN Citizen Ambassadors Video Contest

Some thing for Systemers to indulge in their spare time! Give it a shot if you have time! :)

UN Citizen Ambassadors Video Contest

One winning entry will be selected per regional group of the UN General Assembly: African States; Asian States; Eastern European States; Latin American and Caribbean States; and Western European and other States, plus one winner representing the host country of the contest, the United States of America, for a total of six winning videos.

6 Winners Will Receive

1. 1 HD Mino Flip Cam courtesy of UN Foundation and Flip Video

2. Honorary title of "Citizen Ambassador to the UN" for two years

3. Complimentary flight + 2 night stay in New York City for UN Day 2010

4. Meeting and photo-op with Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon

5. VIP seating at UN Day Concert in the GA Hall at UNHQ

6. The winning videos will be screened at the UN by end of year

Readmore:

http://www.un. org/wcm/content/ site/citizenamba ssadors/

Green Tip of the Day!

While brushing your teeth, keep the tap closed to save water! :)

SRC First Event

Newly elected SRC will kick off their tenure with the Independence Day event on 11th of August. If you feel that you can sing well, or play an instrument, or if you have written some poetry for Independence Day or Pakistan, please contact any of the following SRC members

Haider Raza
Sehrish Sultan
Zubia Jamil

Disclaimer: This article solely reflects the thoughts and ideas of the writer alone and does not represent any organization in any way.

Pakistan Floods!

Pakistan is facing one of the worst natural calamities of its history. These are the worst floods in the past 80 years. As per UN estimates almost 1600 people have lost their lives and other approximately 12 millions are the affected. Roads have washed away, bridges are broken and millions are left stranded under the bare sky without any food or supplies. To add to that many diseases specially cholera has broken out among the survivors. The following image search would give you a good idea of devastation and life loss:

Flood in Pakistan

As human beings, and fellow more fortunate countrymen, we have a responsibility to help out. If you have the will, following are the ways in which you can help.

Systems Limited:
The HR is accepting donations and asking for volunteers to send supplies to affected areas of Sind. In case of any query/concerns/recommendations/volunteering please approach your Human Resource Department.

Islamic Relief Fund:
I have personally worked with this NGO, it has been very active in Pakistan.
http://www.islamic-relief.org.uk/Pakistan_Floods.aspx

CHEER:
They have earlier worked for IDPs and have accounts available for every one to see:

Umar Qureshi and a few friends are setting up a non-profit organization called CHEER (Center for Health Education & Economic Relief). They are in the process of registering NPO (currently in process for Canada) and might also register it in Pakistan later on, so that the donors can quote their donations for tax returns as well..

CHEER is preparing to launch a campaign to aid the victims of the floods. Your support is crucial. Give your Zakat or general Charity to CHEER, and we will designate it where its most needed. Please contact Ahmed Nizami – 647 985 5743 (Canada) or Umer Quershi (Pakistan) - Mobile: +923443062789. Or you can email us at ahmed.nizami@gmail.com or m.umer.q@gmail.com

Center for Health, Education & Economic Relief (CHEER) is launching an emergency campaign to aid the more than 400,000 victims of flashfloods and landslides in northwest Pakistan.
Hundreds of homes and thousands of acres of farmland were destroyed in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab provinces and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, uprooting entire communities and isolating victims. Many of them have nowhere to go.

At least 400 people are dead with the toll steadily climbing.
The floods are sweeping away homes and forcing people to make the dangerous trek into the highlands. Landslides are burying entire villages and making it dangerous for people to move.

“There were no boats, so we had to use our beds or inflate tubes to float to safer places. We have not received any help. There is no food and no water,” Ghani Mohammad told reporters in Charsadda, one of the worst-affected districts.

Confusion and desperation are spreading amongst the victims as conditions worsen and supplies dwindle.

CHEER is preparing to launch a campaign to aid the victims of the floods, but your support is crucial. Give your Zakat or general Charity to CHEER, and we will designate it where its most needed. Please contact Ahmed Nizami – 647 985 5743 (Canada) or Umer Quershi (Pakistan) - Mobile: +923443062789.
Or you can email us at ahmed.nizami@gmail.com or m.umer.q@gmail.com

You can also visit them at *
http://www.facebook.com/l/10b0ffOVXq-qvooS4RvbqMo7MbA;sites.google.com/site/helpinghandsforpakistan/ .


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