Surviving the Peace: Laos

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Surviving the Peace documents the lives of Mr. Ladone (above) and his family by showing the struggles they face daily due to leftover unexploded bombs in their backyard.

(PORTLAND, OR) - It's hard to believe it's already September! I hope that you all have had a great summer AND are coming on Wednesday, September 19th for a look at the wonderful work of the Mines Advisory Group (MAG)  at Mercy Corps HQ in downtown Portland. MAG is a Nobel Peace Prize winning organization that has that since 1989 has worked to clear landmines and other types of UXO in 30 countriessince 1989.  Here's what's in store:

• View a screening of the new short documentary film Surviving the Peace.  For many, the US's secret bombing campaign in Laos during the Vietnam W ar and legacy of unexploded ordnance (UXO) is, at best, a foggy bit of our history. The film succinctly brings the times, the legacy, and a hopeful future into focus.

• Participate in a live video call with MAG field offices. Find out first-hand what it's like to manage a field unit in SE Asia, the Middle East or Africa. Chat with our visiting staff from MAG's Washington DC office.

• Win a prize and/or make a contribution! Some lucky winners will take home photographs or crafts from the region and everyone is welcome to make a donation or purchase goods from our sponsors supporters Leatherman Tools (http://www.leatherman.com) and Above the Fray (http://www.hilltribeart.com/)

Special thanks to Arnold Strong