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Hello friends and family
I am raising funds to go to the Oral History Association Annual Conference in Long Beach October 12-16 2016.
So what is oral history and why is it important? Oral history is a way by which we collect peoples’ narratives concerning a historical event or a biography of their lives. These stories give us insight into history and show us that history is about all of us, not just leaders. Oral history can also help empower individuals and communities, giving them a voice by showing how they too are an integral part of history. Through oral history projects and working with communities and families, people can gain a better sense of who they are and where they come from. We can work together to discover our individual and common identity by honoring each other’s stories and the stories of our ancestors.
Why is this so important to me? I want to be a part of this empowerment. My life dream is to help people and communities tell and conserve their stories and find their voice.
This will be my first conference, and to be able to attend such a prestigious conference such as the 50th anniversary for the Oral History Association, would be such a wonderful opportunity for me. I hope that I will be able to go and learn from wonderful people attending the conference learning new skills and creating new connections with the oral history community. Through this will be able to give back to the community and launch my career as an oral historian.
I have already received a $300.00 scholarship to attend this conference, but I will need more to pay for airfare and expenses. Although $1500.00 is what I am asking for, any amount I receive will go far to help me fulfill this dream. Thanks so much in advance, and thank you to all who have been such a wonderful support.
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