Here’s a detailed overview of the Pega and Friends Foundation’s “Get to Gether” events:
### Pega and Friends Foundation: Get to Gether Events
**Event Overview:**
The “Get to Gether” events organized by Pega and Friends Foundation serve as community-building gatherings aimed at fostering connections, sharing experiences, and promoting collaboration among participants. These events focus on social awareness, education, and support for various community initiatives.
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#### Event Details
**1. Objectives:**
– **Community Engagement:** To bring together community members, stakeholders, and supporters of the foundation.
– **Awareness Raising:** To educate participants about the foundation’s projects and their impact on the community.
– **Networking Opportunities:** To create connections among participants for future collaborations and support.
**2. Event Format:**
– **Networking Sessions:** Opportunities for attendees to meet and connect with like-minded individuals and organizations.
– **Guest Speakers:** Inspirational talks from community leaders, beneficiaries, and experts on relevant topics such as social innovation, community development, and empowerment.
– **Interactive Workshops:** Engaging sessions focused on skill-building and knowledge sharing.
– **Cultural Performances:** Showcasing local talent through music, dance, and art to celebrate community culture.
**3. Target Audience:**
– Community members, including families and youth.
– Local organizations, NGOs, and stakeholders.
– Volunteers and supporters of the foundation.
**4. Frequency:**
– Events are held quarterly to ensure ongoing engagement and support for community initiatives.
**5. Locations:**
– Events are hosted in various community centers, schools, and public spaces across different regions, ensuring accessibility for all participants.
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### Recent Get to Gether Events
**1. Summer Community Fair**
– **Date:** June 15, 2024
– **Location:** Community Center, Ilaro
– **Activities:**
– Health screenings and wellness workshops
– Educational booths showcasing foundation projects
– Cultural performances by local artists
– **Impact:** Over 300 community members attended, fostering a spirit of collaboration and raising awareness about health initiatives.
**2. Empowerment Workshop**
– **Date:** April 20, 2024
– **Location:** United African Methodist Church, Pahayi
– **Activities:**
– Workshops on financial literacy and entrepreneurship
– Guest speaker sessions featuring successful local entrepreneurs
– Networking opportunities for aspiring business owners
– **Impact:** Engaged over 150 participants, equipping them with skills and knowledge to enhance their economic prospects.
**3. Back-to-School Bash**
– **Date:** August 10, 2024
– **Location:** Yewa North Primary School, Ebute
– **Activities:**
– Distribution of school supplies to underprivileged children
– Educational games and activities promoting learning
– Parental workshops on supporting children’s education
– **Impact:** Provided school supplies to over 200 children and fostered a supportive environment for parents.
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### Event Success Metrics
– **Attendance:** Number of participants engaged during each event.
– **Feedback:** Participant satisfaction surveys to assess the effectiveness of workshops and overall event experience.
– **Partnerships Formed:** Number of new collaborations and partnerships established as a result of networking.
– **Community Impact:** Assessment of the impact on community awareness and involvement in foundation projects.
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### Future Events
The Pega and Friends Foundation is committed to continuing its “Get to Gether” events to further enhance community connections and support its mission. Upcoming events will focus on various themes, including health awareness, youth empowerment, and environmental sustainability.
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