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Our Mission ................. 2

Who We Are ................. 3

What We Do ................. 4

Short-term Initiatives ................. 5

Long-term Initiatives ................. 6

Getting Involved ................. 7

Executive Board ................. 8

HARVARD

AFRICAN

STUDENTSASSOCIATION

2008-2009

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The Harvard African Students' Association (HASA), founded in 1977, is an orga-

nization committed to nourishing cultural, intellectual, political and economic

awareness about the African continent. HASA is dedicated to building com-

munity and promoting collaboration amongst African students at Harvard, en-

couraging awareness of Africa within the Harvard community and the greater

Boston area, and ultimately contributing back our continent.

Our Mission

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We are the Harvard community for students from Africa, con-

nected to Africa, or interested in matters concerning Africa.

Anyone who is intrigued by lively debates, art shows, cultural

shows, music, and African cuisine will find a welcoming home

at HASA. HASA is composed of nearly 100 active members

and caters to the Harvard African community of over 200

students. On Wednesdays we hold HASA general meetings in

which we discuss topics including oil, religion, politics, art, and

modern culture. Some meetings feature honorable guests in-

cluding ambassadors, NGO leaders, and political figures. Other

meetings are simply discussions among students about the

issues that affect Africans locally and globally.

Who We Are

We Are

Aware of the important and positive contributions Afri-

can students inside and outside the African continent have

played in the past towards the development of Africa.

Convincedthat Pan-Africanism and African Solidarity based

upon egalitarian principles is essential for the genuine politi-

cal, social, and economic progress in Africa.

Committed to initiating programs of special interest to

students concerned with Africa, and contributing to the

development and liberation of the African continent and Af-

rican mind.

Resolved to mobilize African students at Harvard and to

inform the non-African members of Harvard University and

the American public of important events occurring in Africa,

with a view to articulating a progressive African position

and generating informed support for African development.

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In addition to our bi-monthly general meetings,

HASA holds events which are well-attended

by the general Harvard community. These in-

clude the annual Potluck, Africa Week, Fresh-

man Event, Senior Luncheon, Summer in Africa

Program, and special events like the African

Hip-Hop Conference. While HASA has always

sought to be active in Africa, the membership

has recently voiced the desire for increased

social responsibility on the continent. Thus, the

Executive Board has decided to host a new

event, titled Dinner for Water, as well as a Si-

erra Leone Pen-pal program.

What We Do

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Dinner for Water

Dinner for Water is a new HASA fundraiser geared towards increasing awareness about issues that

span the African continent, especially the lack of clean water in African villages. The event is open

to the entire Harvard community, with special invitations to professors in the African Studies De-

partment. Dinner for Water will feature a renowned keynote speaker. All proceeds from this event

will go to H20 Africa and Ryans Well Foundation, who work to bring clean water to schoolchildren

in Africa. The event is scheduled for November 8, 2008 at the Sheraton Commander Hotel. The

projected cost of Dinner for Water is $12,000.

Africa Week

Africa Week is a weeklong series of events addressing ways that students can take part in tackling

the difficulties faced by Africans and serves as a venue for interested college students to simply

get involved in whatever capacity. Africa Week is a practical, student-oriented presentation of Af-

rican issues and culture. The week ends with the African Cultural Show, a lively display of student

and community talent in the areas of African music, dance, fashion, theater, and cuisine. This year,

30% of proceeds will go the Fistula Foundation. The projected cost of Africa Week is $17,500.

Africa Week 2008-2009

Monday, March 30: Panel Event

Tuesday, March 31: Africa Week Keynote Speaker

Wednesday, April 1: Screening of A Walk to Beautiful/Roundtable Discussion

Thursday, April 2: Political Action Event

Friday, April 3: Rep Ur Country Social Event

Saturday, April 4: African Cultural Show featuring African celebrity artist

Short-Term Initiatives

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EndowmentHASA would like to establish a $50000 endowment with Harvard Corpora-

tion so that the organization can look forward to an annual interest that will

serve as the operating budget for each academic year. It would also pro-

vide HASA with a lasting presence on Harvard campus. By helping to ensure

HASAs long term viability, sponsors will benefit from having an undergradu-

ate partner and vehicle to publicize the work of the firm as well as generate

valuable interest.

Scholarship

HASA would like to establish a $1000 bi-annual scholarship awarded to a

member of HASA who demonstrates life passions and career goals most

in-line with HASAs visions for African advancement. The money would be

expected to cover the semesters costs for books.

Travel Stipend

HASA would like to establish a $3000 annual travel stipend awarded to two

members of HASA who are looking to conduct research, thesis or otherwise,

on the African continent. The students work must show a commitment to

the advancement of the African society politically and/or economically.

Long-term Initiatives

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HASA aims to extol the cultural vibrancy and

opportunity within Africa to students on Har-

vard campus this year. In light of our mission and

the stark financial realities we face, a partnership

between HASA and your company is a natural

development. By supporting HASA, your com-

pany can spark interest and good faith from in-

telligent young minds.

Getting Involved

Benefactor (2) - $20,000

Customized sponsorship marketing plan (HASA will work

closely with company)

Company name in title of event (e.g. Africa Cultural Show

presented by Company Name). Company name/logo in-

cluded in all promotional material, advertisements, and pro-

grams.

Company name on HASA T-shirt

Company name/logo on back cover of The Harvard Afri-

can HASA literary magazine

Speaking opportunity during one HASA General Meeting

Sponsorship announcements during Dinner for Water

Sponsorship announcements during Africa Week Events

Company logo and website link on homepage and spon-

sorship page of HASA website

Company name in sponsorship brochure

Four complementary Tickets to Dinner for Water

Four complementary Tickets to Africa Cultural Show

Platinum Sponsor (4) - $10,000-$15,000

Company name/logo on half-page of The Harvard African

HASA annual magazine

Speaking opportunity during one HASA General Meeting

Sponsorship announcements during Africa Week Events

Company logo and website link on sponsorship page of

HASA website

Company name in sponsorship brochure

Two complementary Tickets to Dinner for Water

Two complementary Tickets to Africa Cultural Show

Gold Sponsor (8) - $5,000-7,500

Company name/logo on quarter-page of The Harvard Af-

rican HASA annual magazine

Speaking opportunity during one HASA General Meeting

Sponsorship announcements during Africa Week Events

Company logo and website link on sponsorship page HASA

website

Company name in sponsorship brochure

Silver Sponsor* - $2,000-3,500Speaking opportunity during one HASA General Meeting

Sponsorship announcements during Africa Week Events

Company logo and website link on sponsorship page of

HASA website

Company name in sponsorship brochure

Patron* - $500-1,000

Sponsorship announcements during Africa Week Events

Company logo and website link on sponsorship page of

HASA website

Company name in sponsorship brochure

Sponsorship for special events and advertising is available

and can be tailored to your companys needs.

( ) - indicate number of available openings for sponsorship

* - indicates unlimited number of available openings for

sponsorship

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Chioma Achebe President

Osub Ahmed Vice President

Ayodeji Ogunnaike Treasurer

David Sengeh Political Action Chair

Abel Boreto Secretary

Ugochi Nwosu Publicity Chair

Henrietta Afari Social Chair

Idriss Fofana SAC Representative

Layusa Odidi Alumni Representative

William Scott Webmaster

Steven Lwendo Webmaster

Executive Board 2008-2009

A special thanks to2008-2009 benefactor Renaissance Capital for

contributing to the growth and success of HASA.

THANK

YOU