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SUMMARY:SALAM NEIGHBOR | Christ Holy Trinity Church
DESCRIPTION:Join IICONN for a screening of the documentary film\, Salam Neighbor\, on May 1st at 3:00PM at Christ Holy Trinity Church in Branson Hall.\n\nFollowing the screening\, representatives of IICONN\, including President and CEO\, Claudia Connor\, current members of the mentor program\, and the Refugee services Volunteer Coordinator will meet with church members to answer questions and present on IICONN\, who we are\, what we do and how people can help the refugee\, immigrants\, and victims of trafficking that IICONN serves.\n\nJoin the conversation on the refugee crisis and bring this film to campus by reserving your ticket today and sharing the event on your Facebook wall. Use #SalamNeighbor when sharing on Twitter and Facebook.\n\nWatch the film trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6SxPSZVD9o\n\nFilm’s website: http://www.SalamNeighbor.org/\n\nBring the film to your city by emailing Screenings@SalamNeighbor.org or visiting our screenings page: https://www.tugg.com/titles/salam-neighbor\n\nFILM SYNOPSIS\nTwo Americans head to the edge of war\, just seven miles from the Syrian border\, to live\namong 85\,000 uprooted refugees in Jordan’s Za’atari camp.\n\nAs the first filmmakers allowed by the United Nations to register and set-up a tent inside a refugee camp\, Zach and Chris plunge into the heart of the world’s most pressing humanitarian crisis. From meeting Um Ali\, a woman struggling to overcome personal loss and cultural barriers\, to the street smart\, 10-year-old Raouf\, whose trauma hides just beneath his ever present smile\, Zach and Chris uncover inspiring stories of individuals rallying\, against all odds\, to rebuild their lives and those of their neighbors.\n\nFILM ENDORSEMENTS\n“Salam Neighbor is a beautifully crafted story that delivers a powerful message. It will leave you touched and inspired to take action. This film is a must-see.” – UN Refugee Agency\n\n“On a subject too often discussed in terms of numbers\, Zach and Chris capture the human element of one of the greatest refugee crises of this generation.” – Congressman Ted Lieu\n\n“Chris and Zach are pushing the boundaries of how we tell stories and maximize social impact in the 21st century. They bring passion matched with professionalism and a humble respect for the people they’re seeking to help.” – Carolyn Miles\, CEO\, Save the Children\n\nTAKE ACTION\nLet’s create a more peaceful world by treating refugees\, not as burdens\, but as our global neighbors. This is a critical moment\, with more refugees today than anytime in the last century.\n\nSupport refugees and Salam Neighbor’s partners here:\nhttps://www.crowdrise.com/SalamNeighborFilm\n\nLearn more about our partners:\nInternational Rescue Committee: http://www.rescue.org/\nSave the Children: http://www.savethechildren.org/\nUSA for UNHCR: http://www.unrefugees.org/\n\nSign the Salam Neighbor & Take Part petition to ask your mayor to support refugees:\nhttp://takeaction.takepart.com/actions/tell-your-mayor-our-town-must-support-refugees\n
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