Hej Åland was founded in the year 2008 on the Åland Islands by a Gambian immigrant called Alieu Khan. His aim is to advance cultural diversity, integration of immigrants and refugees and to fight against prejudice, stereotype and discrimination. Contact Alieu: info@hejaland.ax or xaritnexna@gmail.com
Monday, 27 April 2009
Embracing diversity!
I am very happy that my book launching went well, although majority of the island's important personalities i invited were absent.
The program started with an introductory remark by Nadja from Källbo Skola. Her colleague Hedviq did a powerpoint presentation about The Gambia and the other African countries (nationalities)on the Åland Islands.
In my speech, as the author of the book, i appealed to the Local Government to re-intensify their intergration activities on the island. I emphasized the need for inclusion and the responsible participation of immigrants in the community.
I used the program to honour people who are very receptive to black immigrants on the island. Some of these people include Petra Berg, Heidi Ost, politician Carina..etc.
I would like to thank the City Mayor for launching the book. Special thanks to ÅSUB and FPA for their presentations. I cannot also forget to thank my young friends from Källbo Skola. Tack så mycket to all my guests!
Picture: Shows the African percussion group at the program
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