Lake Tahoe, CA – Septmber 14, 2009 – IRIE Rafting and Lake Tahoe Central Adventures are proud to sponsor the 2nd Annual Fish Food Fundraiser to raise funding for Dolphin Anti-Rape and AIDS Control Outreach. Dolphin’s vision is a Kenya free from sexual violence where all women, girls and [...]]]> Media Contact: Jennifer Gurecki September 2009

Lake Tahoe, CA – Septmber 14, 2009 – IRIE Rafting and Lake Tahoe Central Adventures are proud to sponsor the 2nd Annual Fish Food Fundraiser to raise funding for Dolphin Anti-Rape and AIDS Control Outreach. Dolphin’s vision is a Kenya free from sexual violence where all women, girls and children are provided the basic safety and liberty to work, study and play without fear. Through innovation and leadership, Dolphin promotes long-lasting awareness and prevention through the formation and training of anti-rape clubs in target groups. Experience has shown that the skills passed on to Kenya women, girls and children have allowed the target population to stop 85% of sexual abuse cases on their own.

“The local support that Dolphin receives here in Lake Tahoe has been enormous and truly is an investment in creating a global community,” said Jennifer Gurecki, West Coast Fundraising and Development Director. “Working with the organization has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life and it has been astounding to see firsthand the positive impact they have on these girls with such few resources. I look forward to once again travel to Kenya this October to support the ongoing efforts of Winnie and Duncan, the founders of Dolphin.”

To get involved locally, individuals are encouraged to organize groups of four to participate in a Scavenger Hunt and Downriver Race on the Lower Truckee River on Sunday, October 4th , 2009. Teams of four will be outfitted with rafts, paddles, PFDs, helmets and one professionally trained guide per boat as they race against the clock and each other to accumulate prizes donated by local businesses and individuals. Prizes include gift certificates from local restaurants, locally donated arts/crafts and a grand prize Middle Fork of the American whitewater rafting trip for four valued at over $600.

Participants and guests alike are invited to an after-race celebration getting underway at 4:00pm on the outside deck at Lake Tahoe Central Adventures with $10 admission good for bottomless mugs of local beer and renown DJs entertaining the crowd. Raffle prizes and giveaways also to take place.

Additional donations are welcomed and are tax deductible through the fiscal sponsor V-Day. For more information, log onto www.dolphinanti-rape.com or www.vday.org.

For media inquiries or further details, please contact Jennifer Gurecki at 530.416.5682 or by email at Jennifer@dolphinanti-rape.org or call Lake Tahoe Central Adventures at 888.792.9222.

EVENT DETAILS

PLACE & TIME: Meet at the IRIE Rafting/Lake Tahoe Central Adventures office located at the corner of HWY 89 and Squaw Valley Road at 10:00am on Sunday, October 4th, 2009. All transportation to and from the river will be provided. After party on the deck starts at 4:00 p.m. and is open to the public.

COST: $100 donation per boat, no more than 4 people per boat.

AFTER-RACE PARTY: $10 includes bottomless beer mug and raffle ticket.

RESERVATIONS: Call IRIE Rafting/Lake Tahoe Central Adventures at 530.581.1767 or 888.792.9222. Reservations are on a first come, first serve basis.

Interested in organizing a fundriaser for Dolphin Anti-Rape & AIDS Control Outreach?

Contact Jennifer Gurecki at jennifer@dolphinanti-rape.org or call 530.416.5682.

About Lake Tahoe Central Adventures

I.R.I.E. Rafting is part of Lake Tahoe Central Adventures specializing in outdoor adventures that connect guests with the raw energy of some of the most magical mountains and rivers in the world. These services include Alaska Backcountry Adventures, Pacific Crest Snowcats and I.R.I.E. Rafting. Headquartered near Tahoe City, Lake Tahoe Central Adventures offers customizable trips to meet the wildest of imaginations and the simplest of budgets. For more information, log ontowww.swayback.com or call 888.792.9222.

V-Victory in Nairobi!

V-Day is pleased to be supporting Dolphin Anti-Rape and AIDS Control Outreach, a non-profit organization that delivers life-saving sexual [...]]]> from V-Day’s “V-Mail” mailing list. Check out V-Day’s amazing work to end violence against women.

V-Victory in Nairobi!

V-Day is pleased to be supporting Dolphin Anti-Rape and AIDS Control Outreach, a non-profit organization that delivers life-saving sexual violence prevention education in Nairobi, Kenya.

This week, we received an exciting update from Co-Founders and Directors Winnie Anyango and Duncan Bomba Omwani Papa Omundu Umundu about a victory – one that would not have been possible without the dedication of the Dolphin team, and the support of V-Day activists worldwide.

We are very glad to update you on the new developments of the campaign. We got a very encouraging report from one of the schools in Nairobi known as Mutuini Education Centre which we visited in the year 2007 from a 15 year old girl,she was kidnapped by 3 men then thrown into a waiting car and sandwiched between 2 men in the back seat and driven to an unknown place to rape her, but on the way they stopped at a shopping centre to buy something and at that time the girl immediately remembered the skills we had taught her and then used the eye pokes against the one who was opening the door to get out and she grabbed the Adams Apple of other one who had remained in car using two fingers only and jumped out of the car screaming and sensing danger the 3 men drove away quickly leaving her safe and free from that imminent danger.

It is not easy to believe this but it actually happened and triumphed against the evil of rape.We are aware there could be very many young girls and women who have saved themselves using these skills.

Thank you once more for the continued support and collaboration.

Yours faithfully and with love always,
Winnie and Duncan
Dolphin Anti-Rape and AIDS Control Outreach
http://dolphinanti-rape.org

302 Fifth Avenue, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10001

Wednesday, September 16, 2009 / 7:00 pm / $10 suggested donation

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Golzar N. Selbe at golzar@dolphinanti-rape.org

Naomi Hirabayashi at naomi@attentionpr.com

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Making Waves, Saving Lives is a grassroots documentary about Dolphin Anti-Rape, an organization in Kenya that works to deliver vital rape and AIDS awareness and [...]]]> - thanks to Julia Marino and Jessica Rucker for making this event a huge success!

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Making Waves, Saving Lives is a grassroots documentary about Dolphin Anti-Rape, an organization in Kenya that works to deliver vital rape and AIDS awareness and education to girls and women.

Dolphin Anti-Rape teaches girls, beginning as early as elementary school, a self defense technique called ‘rapid response,’ which empowers them to escape potential attackers. The dedication, efficiency, and passion with which Dolphin administers its program inspired the making of this film and subsequent fundraising events. The film makers, following the lead of the organization, kept all aspects of the film and event completely volunteer and grassroots, thus maximizing the funds that can be sent to ensure Dolphin Anti-Rape can continue their great work.

This event took place Sunday June 7th. Keep an eye on this space for information on our upcoming events, to be held in New York City and Cambridge, MA

Performers included:

Krystal Smith (Spoken Word Artist/Vocalist)
Jordyne Blaise (Spoken Word Artist/Vocalist)
Once Okay Twice (band) and
Palpable Thrill (band)

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