15 - 19 August 2011
For one week in August, the USU's Humanitarian Week brings social justice, ethical thinking and humanitarian issues to the fore, with a positive and inspiring twist.
Humanitarian Week 2011 will feature a program of events both fun and informative - but all centred around the way WE can make a positive change for GOOD.
For more information, contact the Humanitarian Week directors, Cathy Tran and Kristy Samal, at 
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Event Program
MONDAY 15th
FUN ‘ FAIR’STIVAL!
12pm to 2pm @ Hermann’s Bar
Get ready to jump, jump around for change at the Humanitarian Week Launch Party! To get the week of social justice and change off with a bounce, we’re bringing in a jumping castle, so leave your stilettos and golf-shoes at home! There’ll also be a delicious vegetarian banquet, interactive demonstrations from Engineers Without Borders and a special photo booth where you can nominate YOUR ‘little change, big difference’ for the week. Plus there’ll be showbags and goodies galore up for grabs, so start the week with a dose of good Karma!
FAIRLY EDUCATED PRESENTS: "WHO KILLED FAIR TRADE?"
12pm to 2pm @ Holme Reading Room
This event will address the reasons why the May 2010 Fair Trade Referendum failed to make our campus fair trade accredited. Join Sydney University's very own Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman as they guide you through a Fair Trade special of Mythbusters: exposing common questions about Fair Trade, and what it meas for universities to become fair trade accredited!
ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY RSPCA CUPCAKE DRIVE
1pm to 2pm @ Vet Faculty Lawns and Manning
AMNESTY SOCIETY FILM SCREENING
4pm to 6pm @ Loggia Room, Manning
A film screening of Samson and Delilah
(http://www.samsonanddelilah.com.au)
to tie in with the newly launched Homelands Campaign. Free pizza and great discussion about Indigenous Rights n Australia
Click here for facebook invite!
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TUESDAY 16TH
TUESDAY TALKS: SEX TRAFFICKING
1pm to 2pm @ Manning Bar
What would you do if you were kidnapped from your family, taken away from your home and sold for sex? Abuse and exploitation of young women and children for the sex trade is a global issue that has ruined countless lives. Join us for an informative and forward-thinking panel discussion on these horrific practices. Expert speakers come to Manning House for a special Humanitarian Week edition of Tuesday Talks to discuss the matter and inform you as to how you help contribute to rid the world of these barbaric abuses of human rights . We will be providing some light refreshments for those attending so make sure you get in early to grab a seat!
RED CROSS LECTURE
5pm to 6pm @Law School Lecture Theatre 024
Healthiness is a privilege citizens in a country such as ours take for granted. While we readily acknowledge our luck when compared to developing nations, we often forget there is an alarming healthcare divide in our own country. Indigenous health is an ongoing issue in Australia and initiatives such as the Malpa Project are pushing boundaries in a quest to solve the complex problem .Guest Speaker Don Palmer from the Malpa Project comes to Humanitarian Week to discuss the matter and what can be done to ensure all Australians are living equally healthy lives with the same opportunities and access to healthcare.
United Nations Society MiniMUN
5pm to 7pm @ New Law Building (Room TBC)
The United Nations Society’s MiniMUNs are always an informative and entertaining way to discuss world issues, mirroring the great United Nations. The Society will host a special MiniMUN for Humanitarian Week; and will feature staff from Government departments .
VETS BEYOND BORDERS TRIVIA
5pm to 8pm @ WP Young Room, Vet Science Conference Centre.
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WEDNESDAY 17TH
GLOBAL POVERTY PROJECT
12 30pm to 2pm @ Marquee, JFR Plaza
Poverty is not simply haves and have-nots. It’s a pervasive issue that affects every aspect of the human experience, not just how much money is in your wallet. Life below the poverty line is a constant struggle against hunger, disease, exploitation, violence and squalor. Poverty is a cycle that is difficult to understand from a Western perspective, but the Global Poverty Project is aiming to help us understand poverty and educate us on ways we can make a real difference with simple actions.
The Global Poverty Project is an Australian initiative that truly mirrors Humanitarian Week’s maxim: Alone we can make a difference, Together we can make a change.
HUMANITARIAN PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION
5pm to 8pm @ Marquee, JFR Plaza
‘Empowerment’...what does it mean to you?
We’ll be transforming JFR Plaza into an outdoor gallery space. Check out some photos which aim to inspire while being entertained with live music (artist TBA). While you’re there, pop into Verge Gallery and take a look at some fantastic artworks from the Sydney College of the Arts Exhibition. Entry winners will be announced on the night as will the winner of the lucky door prize! Refreshments provided. Who said being humanitarian couldn’t be a little bit classy or cultured?
Click here for submission details.
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THURSDAY 18TH
VISION GENERATION 'TEA FOR TIMOR' TEA PARTY
10.30am to 12pm @ Manning Lawns
OXFAM SU EXCHANGE 4 CHANGE
12pm to 2pm @ Isabel Fidler
Hate everything in your closet? Nothing to wear? Too broke to afford moving on from winter? Never fear, the Exchange 4 Change is back for another year! Promoting ethical and sustainable fashion, E4C proves it’s still possible to look and feel AMAZING on a karmarific budget. Bring along something to swap or simply turn up and prepare to leave weighed down with a whole new wardrobe!
POLITICS SOCIETY GUEST TALK: KHALED ABU TOAMEH
4pm to 6pm @ Law School Annex 340
FILM SCREENING
5pm to 7pm @ International Student Lounge
It’s impossible to feel guilty when you’re chilling out in front of an inspiring film, even if you are pigging out on popcorn! Come join us for a screening of Darling and support Little Travellers in its efforts to raise funds and increase awareness of HIV/AIDS. A great way to kill time before participating in the Young Vinnies Sleep Out and YES, the popcorn is provided!
YOUNG VINNIES SLEEP OUT
6pm to 9am @ Gadigal Green
Each year thousands of people must lead a life of homelessness. Tonight why not experience it for yourself? Focusing on substance abuse and mental illness, speakers and musicians will be present to entertain, educate and inspire. Both dinner and breakfast will be provided for participants. Make sure to register beforehand to be a part of this event and make a difference.
Registration is now open!
Visit the ACCESS Desk or ISL for your Registration pack.
ACCESS: $5/ NON ACCESS: $15
SURCS Trivia Night
7pm to 8pm @ Ground Level, Manning House
Exercise that brain and show off your mad Humanitarian trivia knowledge at the Red Cross Society’s Trivia night!
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FRIDAY 19th
WRAP UP PARTY
5pm to 10pm @ Hermann’s Bar
Phew...after a long week of being ‘socially just’ it’s time to reflect back with surprise at how fun and easy making a difference has been. Even if this isn’t the case, head down to Hermann’s for a drink and slice of pizza with what is hopefully a renewed understanding of what Humanitarian Week represents: Hope?... change?... inspiration?... or all of the above? Don’t forget... ‘Alone we make a difference, Together we make change’
Don't miss out on the hypnotic and interactive lightshows from Punk Monk Propaganda along with live band and DJs
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THROUGHOUT WEEK
HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE SOCIETY 'ART OF LIVING SRI SRI YOGA'
Professionals will come in and teach a 5 day program focused on yoga and its essence. This course is open to everyone who is interested in yoga...beginners, intermediates and advanced students. This course teaches useful and unique breathing techniques, yoga and various types of meditation - all of which will lead to a peaceful and happier state of mind. Please contact HALS at healthandlifestyle.society@gmail.com to find out more information about h the course!
WISHING TREE AND AROMATHERAPY RAFFLE
Turn someone's wish into a reality by buying a Health and Lifestyle Society raffle ticket. By purchasing more raffle tickets, you not only make more wishes come true, but you increase your chance of winning an amazing aromatherapy pack! Contact HALS at healthandlifestyle.society@gmail.com for more information.
BLOOD VAN
Daily
The Blood Van is back and it’s time to get your Twilight on...or not...either way, the Red Cross are dangerously low on blood supplies. Set aside just 30 minutes of your day and potentially save someone’s life. Don’t forget to book and make sure to drag along a friend!
Make sure to check updates on our USU Humanitarian Week facebook page!