A Symposium Jointly sponsored by
North Carolina A&T State University & the Liberian History, Education Development, Inc. (LIHEDE), in collaboration with Bennett College of Greensboro, North Carolina,
and The Union of Associations of Liberian Organizations (UALO) in the Triad, North Carolina
"Theme of Symposium: Teaming up against malaria morbidity, mortality, and disability"
Date & Time of Symposium: July 29-30, 2005 from 8:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. each day
Venue of Symposium: NC A&T State University’s Union SBR Foyer on July 29, 2005 and on July 30, 2005 in the Union Exhibit Hall.
The symposium organizing committee of the Liberian History, Education and Development, Inc. (LIHEDE) would like to invite you to attend this very important national symposium on Liberia, which is aimed at addressing the need for lasting, effective control and eventual eradication of malaria problems in Liberia - just as developed nations like the United States and Europe have done. At this symposium, we will explore cutting-edge technologies and treatments to end the suffering of the Liberian people and perhaps create a model for Africa to address this epidemic, which is destroying the lives of our children, the future of the African Continent. NC A&T State University Chancellor Dr. James Renick, Greensboro City Mayor, Mr. Keith Holiday are expected to formally welcome symposium participants and guests to the University's campus and to the City of Greensboro.
United States Senator Dr. William Frist, MD has been invited to deliver the keynote address at the opening program, while Dr. Joel Jones, Director of Malaria Program, Liberian Ministry of Health & Social Welfare, is expected to deliver the keynote address at the symposium banquet.
The symposium will also include panel discussions and presentations by mostly Liberian medical professionals, academicians, Liberian community leaders, religious leaders and former Liberian government officials on selected topics relevant to the theme of the symposium, including Malaria Control-Research and Reality, Harmful Effects of Malaria, Malaria Control Methodologies and Techniques, Agronomy and DDT Safety. Other topics include: Why Liberian Children Die from Malaria Before Access to Treatment, and The Role of Typhoid Fever and Its Effect on the Diagnosis and Effective Treatment of Malaria in Liberia.
Liberian community leaders, academicians, professionals, and former government officials, presenting papers or serving as panelists at the symposium include Dr. Delvin Walker, Ken Carter, MPH, Dr. Eugene Sawyer, Dr. E. Brumskine, Ms. Muna Wreh, Mr. Roger Bate, Dr. Abu Mansalay, Dr. Eugenia Cooper, Ms. Nicole William, Dr. Simukai Shamu, Mr. Peter Burgress, Mr. Sanie S. S. Sesay, Dr. Thomas Jaye, Dr. Simukai Shamu, Mr. Paul Driessen, Mr. Jeff Wildman, Dr. Lawrence A. Zumo, Dr. Francis Karteh, and Robert S. Desowitz, PhD, DSc., among others.
The symposium will climax with a soccer match between community teams, representing Liberia and Sierra Leone, within the spirit of the Mano River Union, and a dinner ball commemorating Liberia's Independence Day (July 26, 1847), sponsored by the Association of United Liberians in the Triad, North Carolina.
Thank you in advance for your interest and cooperation. We look forward to your participation and attendance.
Please confirm your participation by phone or email, by contacting one of the following LIHEDE members: Mr. Nat Galarea-Gbessagee
Secretary General – LIHEDE
E-mail: ngg06@yahoo.com
Telephone 240-447-7408
Mr. Sam Togba Slewion
The Secretariat, LIHEDE
E-mail: Samuel.slewion@phila.gov
Telephone 215- 964-3217Syrulwa Somah, Ph.D.
Executive Director – LIHEDE
E-mail: somah@ncat.edu
Telephone 336-334-7586/336-456-8075
Mr. Nya Flomo
E-mail: nyaflomo@bellsouth.net
Telephone 336-954-9084/641-3235
