The Haitian Earthquake Aftermath 

The 2010 Haiti earthquake was a catastrophic magnitude of 7.0 MMS (the "moment magnitude scale" used by seismologists to measure the size of earthquakes in terms of the energy released). Its epicenter was near the town of Léogâne, approximately 25 km (16 miles) west of Port-au-Prince, Haiti's historic capital. The earthquake occurred on Tuesday, January 12th and by January 24th, at least 52 aftershocks measuring 4.5 or greater had been recorded.
The death toll and related damage are almost beyond imagining. An estimated three million people were directly affected by the quake. The Haitian Government reports that between 217,000 and 230,000 people have died, with and additional 300,000 injured and an estimated 1 million made homeless. Estimates of physical damage include 250,000 residences and 30,000 commercial buildings that have either collapsed or suffered severe damaged.

The world reacted swiftly, and volunteers from Merlin USA (a global medical non-profit group working to save lives in countries devastated by conflict, disease and disaster) quickly arrived in Haiti to begin assisting those devastated by the disaster. Many countries responded to appeals for humanitarian aid, pledging funds and dispatching rescue and medical teams, engineers and support personnel.

Come join the LAWAC Young Associates for a first-hand account from Merlin Regional Director Alex Cottin, on his experiences in Haiti, where things currently stand, what needs to be done to help improve their way of living, and how the people of Haiti are surviving this disaster.

Thursday, April 15 6 -- 8:30 pm Kassava Caribbean Restaurant 8600 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles seating limited to first 25

Members: $30 Guests of Members: $35 General Admission: $45 *Dinner Included*

SKIP THE DINNER
COFFEE AND DESSERT WITH
ROBERT F. KENNEDY JR.
Noted Attorney specializing in Environmental Law; Human Rights Activist
The Green Gold Rush
A Vision for Energy Independence, Jobs and National Wealth

The Los Angeles World Affairs Council will soon host an open dinner event featuring
Robert Kennedy, Jr. and is offering our Young Associates the opportunity to attend this gala evening event and hear from Mr. Kennedy's views without breaking the bank. Arrive in time to hear the speaker and enjoy coffee and dessert for less than half of the regular member price of $65.

Wednesday, May 19 8pm (sharp!) Coffee & Dessert Beverly Hilton Hotel -- map Seating is limited RESERVE EARLY

Members: $30 Guests of Members: $40 *(fee includes coffee and dessert only)*

PRE-EVENT SPECIAL: If you have time to spare in between work/school, come join other YAs for Happy Hour at local eatery Pink Taco -- a unique opportunity to mix and mingle with your peers and grab dinner before heading over to the main event.

Pink Taco  -- Westfield Century City  --  5:30pm-7:30pm
10250 Santa Monica  #220
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Parking is free for the first 3 hours

Reservation Information:

                           For reservations, call (213) 628-2333

                      or e-mail to: Kenisha Danley