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Clarification: Sunday Times Report, 25 May 2008

The Sunday Times (25 May 2008) published a donation tally table accompanying the article entitled “Twin tragedies: S’poreans chip in $23m” which featured World Vision Singapore. It was reported that World Vision Singapore is not conducting a donation drive for China. We have sent a response to the Straits Times to correct the statement.

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MediaCorp raises close to $100,000 to help build a school in Shaanxi for earthquake-affected victims

The closing finale of MediaCorp’s initiative to build a school at Shaanxi Province, Bao Ji City ( 宝鸡 ), Feng County ( 风县 ) came to a rousing end on September 14, 2008 at Marina Square with special guest appearances from local artistes who helped to appeal for more public donations on-site!
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Join MediaCorp to build "A School for the Children"

MediaCorp has launched a nationwide radio campaign in support of World Vision Singapore to build a school in Shaanxi – one of the heavily affected areas during the Sichuan earthquake. Called "A School for the Children", this campaign will run from August 4 to September 14, 2008 and will involve all 12 of MediaCorp’s radio stations actively appealing for support. Find out more about how you can be involved in this meaningful initiative!
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World Vision Singapore Communications Manager Mindy Chee featured in Spring Magazine
World Vision Singapore Communications Manager Mindy Chee is featured in the current issue of Spring magazine as she shares her personal experience during a relief stint in Sichuan.
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Taiwan celebrity spreads joy and courage to Child Friendly Spaces in China
 Taiwan’s celebrated dancer-singer Jolin Tsai visited quake-affected areas in Sichuan, China from July 6 to 9, 2008, spending time with and helping to distribute Bears of Courage to the children.
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Sichuan earthquake one-month review
Within the first 30 days of the disaster, World Vision has provided emergency assistance to 102,800 people in Sichuan, and escalating its relief and rehabilitation budget from USD 2 million to USD 35 million on June 9.
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Up close and personal - a Singaporean aid worker shares her experience in China
Mindy Chee, World Vision Singapore Communications Manager, was in China for two weeks to assist with the relief efforts for Sichuan earthquake. She shares her experience in China and what it has been like for the victims, two months on, after the devastating earthquake.
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Hopes, fears and tears in Sichuan
World Vision China staff shares tales of resilience amid devastation as relief and rehabilitation efforts continue to aid victims of earthquake.
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China official expresses gratitude to World Vision for USD15 million reconstruction aid
Dr Thomas Chan, National Director of World Vision China, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Education Bureau and the Civil Affairs Bureau in Guangyuan City, pledging USD15 million towards the reconstruction of the quake-affected area.
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Wang Leehom: “World Vision’s Child Friendly Spaces are like a paradise for children.”
 Since China was struck by the earthquake, Wang Leehom has helped to fundraise for the quake victims. As World Vision Taiwan’s ambassador, he also visited Sichuan to meet the survivors and to encourage them to have hope and to persevere.
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Children showed great courage and strength when facing the earthquake
While deployed to assess the damage in Shaanxi Province caused by the Sichuan Earthquake, the World Vision assessment team met four children in Guangping Township who were taking shelter in a tent and showed great courage and strength in times of need.
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Safety a priority for staff and survivors of China earthquake
World Vision has put in place cautionary measures to protect all staff and survivors following the aftershocks causing further deaths, injuries and damage plus challenges in relief delivery.
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Articles

"Thank you for the tarpaulins!"
26 May 2008

China relief in full swing with rehabilitation planned for days ahead
26 May 2008

World Vision China appeals for USD$2 million in relief goods
26 May 2008

Homeless children require special attention
20 May 2008

Shelter needs remain critical in China's quake zone, says aid agency
19 May 2008

Nightmare of school tragedy
19 May 2008

Flood warnings called off: World Vision distributes quilts and tents in Qingchuan county
19 May 2008

 

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