For Minga: The Impact of One Girl’s Story & How You Can Help

Last year we premiered Surviving the Peace: Angola, a short film that gives a personal representation of the amazing work MAG (Mines Advisory Group) does to remove landmines, bombs and other weapons from post-conflict countries. More than six months after the film’s release, its youngest participant continues to make a huge impact. Minga, only eight years old at the time of filming, recounts the day she found the landmine that blew off her arm and left her blind. The production team and viewers alike have been moved by her bravery and tenacity. We received this note from Lauren of Brooklyn, New York just last week: ...This morning I was still thinking about Surviving the Peace: Angola, and most specifically, Minga. The film and her story touched my heart so deeply and I can’t reconcile *not* doing something. I watched her sweet hand reaching for her Grandmother and noted how she stood so…

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Surviving the Peace Premiere in New York

Watch a Movie and Save a Life with the Mines Advisory Group (MAG). Join MAG America for the New York Premiere of Surviving the Peace, produced in collaboration with MediaStorm. This short film is about devastation and hope. By removing unexploded ordinance, MAG transforms lives. Decide to learn more, help save a life and build a better future. NYC Premiere of Surviving the Peace October 23, 2012, 6:30pm to 9:00pm Hosted by NASDAQ, 4 Times Square, New York Screening followed by a cocktail reception, raffle, and silent auction General admission $75 | Individual Peace Advocate $500 Purchase tickets here If you or your company are interested in contributing to the silent auction or sponsoring the event please contact Caitlin.Hinton@maginternational.org. A portion of all fees is tax deductible. Learn more about MAG's work at www.magamerica.org.

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