New Modes of Cooperation
April 2008
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Flood Relief in Mexico and Bolivia
Distributing supplies to affected families in Mexico
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In October, southeast Mexico experienced torrential rain causing the worst floods in 50 years. SGI-Mexico youth division members participated in relief activities in Tabasco State, an area which was severely devastated by the floods, distributing food, drinks and blankets to 260 households. Antonio Monal, a representative of the Mexican Red Cross responsible for Tabasco State, remarked, "I really appreciate the voluntary activities of these young people. SGI members are our hope."
SGI-Bolivia representatives donating relief goods
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In Bolivia, torrential rains over several months led to the most devastating floods to hit the country in 25 years, resulting in numerous landslides, impassable roads and flooding of vast areas of agricultural land. Together with the government, SGI-Bolivia initiated relief activities in the hard-hit Santa Cruz Province in the eastern part of the country. On February 7, SGI-Bolivia representatives visited the province’s social services department to donate food, clothes and blankets collected by local SGI members.
