Something really worth talking about

I am departing from my usual topics for today because I have something that needs attention.

In one of my classes I recently learned about a war that is going on the the Democratic Republic of Congo.
This war, which almost nobody in the US is aware of, is second in deaths only to WWII.

But what is different about this war?
It's a femicide.

Yes, not genocide, femicide.

The major weapon in this war is rape.

The video I have attached can explain the situation much better than I can.
I am aware that almost noone reads this blog, but if you come across this, please make yourself aware of this horrific situation in which almost 90% of women have been raped.

Just please go this website and watch

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/01/11/60minutes/main3701249.shtml


If you would like to assist in the effort to help women in the Congo, please visit vday.org

A lot of money raised by this organization is done so through performances The Vagina Monologues at colleges.
I know, i was a little scared when i heard 'The Vagina Monologues' too.
But participating in the play is not the only way to help.
Just visit the site, and at least make yourself aware of what is happening.

Thanks.