We have reached the conclusion of another year and entering into an even more energizing year of work in communities at home and abroad. 2012 has been an exciting and fruitful year. Our main goal for 2012 was to achieve economic stability and sustainability of African Views Organization. I want to take this opportunity to thank all African Views associates for the terrific job being done to achieve this goal. I rec-ognize the long hours you have been working, and I know how committed we all are. If we continue at our current pace we should be able achieve this goal with flying colors by 2013. That will give us time for a well-deserved pat the back, and perhaps that long awaited celebration you have all been asking for.

This newsletter provides a proper recap of African Views achievements and shortcomings in 2012, as well as our plans and agenda for 2013. In picture on this column, Chairman Verdone and Executive Director Wale Idris receives award from board member Dr. Surendra Kaushik on June 8th, 2012 at Forest Hills, New York for their support on Women empow-erment and Advancement at Helena Kaushik Women’s College in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

AFRICAN VIEWS ORGANIZATION SPECIAL POINTS OF

INTEREST:

African Views Organization latest developments

Main Goals in 2013

Performance Review of our organization in 2012

Performance Ratings Scale

Most memorable friends & colleagues we love and ad-mire event in 2012

Collaborative Opportunities

INSIDE THIS ISSUE :

OUR APPRECIATIONS

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

OUR CHALLENGES

OUR PROJECTS

OUR PROGRAMS

MEMORIAL

OUR PROGAM FOR

2013

OUR GOALS IN 2013

During the 2012 director’s meeting, the importance of reiterating the clarity of purpose and goals of African Views Organization was echoed and we rose to the occasion. The matter was discussed during our board meeting and we came up with firm statements as followed:

African Views Organization is a non-profit organization focused on research, media, and development. The mission of our organization is to provide information, communication, and collaboration. We provide information, facilitate communication, and encourage worldwide

collaboration for achieving sustained improvement on social development and cultural advancement parity. This statements captures what we do. In simple terms, We provide, communicate and imple-

ment information for social development and cultural advancement purposes.

This year we were able to provide 63 ID cards for African

Views country directors (AVCDs) and associates in various parts of the world. We made clear that the role of AVCD and is to establish and manage a country charter on behalf of African Views Organization. AV will provide programs, intelligence, and incentives. AVCD shall perform localize and manage African Views Organization in host country. Our goal

in 2013 is register and open new offices in countries that can demonstrate global standard capability — locally.

INFORMATION | COMMUNICATION | COLLABORATION FRAMEWORK

AFRICAN VIEWS YEAR-END NEWSLETTER ANNUAL ISSUE #3—DECEMBER 31, 2012

Picture: (Left) William A. Verdone, Chair-man of the Board (right) Wale Idris Ajibade,

Executive Director,

New African Views logo by Leni Charles, 2012

His Excellency Mr. Prabhu Dayal, (left) reading a poem that he had written for Dr. Kaushik (Right) at the Fundraising Gala

AV ANNUAL BOARD MEETING IN 2012

AFRICAN VIEWS

FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES WE LOVE AND ADMIRE IN 2012

To promote women's empowerment through education, Dr. Kaushik founded the Mrs. Helena Kaushik Women's Post Graduate College in Rajasthan, India in 1999. He received the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award for his achievements in economics, promoting the honor and prestige of India, and the interests of over-seas Indians. On June 8, 2012 Dr. Kaushik was joined by friends and colleagues to celebrate the First Annual Helena Kaushik Edu-cation Foundation Recognition Dinner. The fundraiser was followed by the PBD Award celebration on June 15th at Indian con-sulate in NYC. During this event we put string instruments from three continents together, a program that is an initiative of African Views’. The world came together in harmony when Violin, Cello, Sarod, Tabla, and Kora players we combined to give an improvised spectacular performance to with the world. The audience appreciated it so much that they gave 10 minutes standing ovation after the performance. Dr. Kaushik gave each of the musicians flower bouquet and the consul general said there would be no wars if musicians ruled the world. This event marks Dr. Kaushik’s interest to take Indian Virtue beyond India with the hope that young women who want to study and teachers who want to teach are given the opportunity wherever they may be. The HK Women’s College recognizes the importance of preparing students to be successful citizens in the global society of the 21st century, and it prioritizes comprehensive and value based education programs that intentionally prepare stu-dents to be active and engaged participants in an interconnected world.

THROUGH COLLABORATION ,

WE LEVERAGE THE

COMPLEMENTARY EXPERTISE

OF OUR PARTNERS TO

ACHIEVE MUTUAL OBJECTIVES

AND CREATE VALUE FOR THE

COMMUNITIES WE SERVE .

AV Board, October 21, 2012 From Left: Ernest Opong, Agnieszka Grzybowska, Wale Ajibade, Dr. Ada Okika, Bill Verdone, Christopher Campos, Regina Askia Williams, Karim Camara (Guest), Carmelo Garcia, Mel Brown, Oliver Mbamara and Sire Dione Conde

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Dr. Uchenna Ekwo CMPI

Discussion Highlights

Media Programs: i. AVRadio ii. AVTV iii. AV Magazine iv. AV programs on DVD c. Research Programs: i. Volunteer Pro-grams iii. Internship Programs iv. ACE Programs for Children d. Collaborative Projects: i. Institute of African Cultures and Traditions 1. African Cultural Art Book 2. World Cultural Cuisines ii. Women Affairs Programs iii. Women Empow-erment Program iv. “Gift of Sight” Project v. Women’s Education – Helena Kaushik Women’s College vi. And more.

Most memorable friends & colleagues we love and admire event in 2012:

AV annual board meeting was held on October 21, 2012 at the private home of Mrs. Agnieszka Grzybowska in South Orange, New Jersey. We were all able to meet her wonderful family and experienced their well noted hos-pitality. During this meeting we dis-cussed that African Views has reached a point of maturity where a governing board is necessary.

2012 Pravasi award winners (Dr. Surendra Kaushik Standing by the Indian PM

AFRICAN VIEWS RADIO PROGRAMS Since its inception in 2010, AV Radio has produced 38 programs on the empowerment of women, 22 programs on MDGs, 43

programs on health, 16 youth programs, and 26 programs on the environment with listenership ex-tending into even more countries. AV radio is unique in a sense that it can also be accessed and listened to

on the phone or Skype. This is particularly useful because cell phones are ubiquitous in Africa and is currently the most reliable access to digital life. AV Media advocacy program is one of the core capabilities of our or-ganization. We use strategic and innovative approaches to inform, communicate and promote public debate, and generate community consensus through media advocacy. The current AV Radio programs were rated as follows:

The Youth initiatives program provides a platform where young people can connect and communicate across cultural, na-

tional, institutional, and disciplinary boundaries in order to discuss issues that are specific to the youth, to share ideas, learn from the world, collaborate, and fulfill mitzvahs, desires, and dreams. Topics are carefully selected and designed to generate spontaneous and cumulative repository of research information. The pro-gram provides a unique opportunity for students, faculty, young people, and mentors to make a lasting dif-ference by participating in this exciting movement of fact finding, changing bias perspectives and stimulating

innovation. Youth Initiatives takes place at 12 Noon EST on Fridays, and is hosted by Tully McLoughlin and Sharon Benzoni. 2012 Rating: MOST DYNAMIC

African Health Dialogues is a discussion about awareness, progress and gaps, costs and accessibility of medi-cal /pharmaceutical products and services within the African and African Diaspora communities Worldwide. Objective of the program is to provide health literacy, advocacy, and inspire consensus and leadership roles in improving public health care status in underserved communities. The is conducted by health professionals who believe that only through value-based information exchange system can effective functioning health ser-vice, reliable supply chains for medicines, equipment and quality of life be improved. African Health Dia-

logues takes place 12 Noon EST on Sundays, and is hosted by: Regina Askia Williams (RN), Dr. Ladi Owolabi, Dr. Biodun Awosusi, Mr. Folusho Obe, and Mrs. Raolat Nike Agunbiade Erin. 2012 Rating: MOST VALUABLE

Millennium Development Goals is a discussion about the Millennium Declaration, adopted by all 189 United Nations Member States in 2000, promised a better world with less poverty, hunger and disease; a world in which mothers and children have a greater chance of surviving and of receiving an education, and where women and girls have the same opportunities as men and boys. The MDGs break down into 21 quantifiable targets that are measured by 60 indicators. The goal of this program is to examine the progress made since

the year 2000 to the present in the various regions with reference to the 8 MDG goals. Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) takes place at 12 Noon EST on Thursdays, and is hosted by: Dr. Padmini (Mini) Murthy, MD, MPH and Dr Elvira Beracochea, MD, MPH. 2012 Rating: MOST EFFECTIVE

The Future Women Want is a women’s education and empowerment discussion program focused on coor-dinating international and intercultural efforts to integrate gender equality and women’s empowerment into poverty reduction, democratic governance, crisis prevention and recovery, and environment and sustainable development through our global network of university students, scholars and friends and colleagues who work to ensure that women have a real voice in all governance institutions, from the judiciary to the civil service, as well as in the private sector and civil society. The Future Women Want takes place 1at 2 Noon

EST on Wednesdays, and is hosted by: Dr. Ada Okika Mrs. Chi Ezekwueche, Dr. Ifechukwu Anikpe and Ms. Amara Nwosu. 2012 Rating: MOST IMPROVED AND MOST EFFICIENT

In addition to our radio panel discussion programs, we are proud to say that AVTV has completed collating its video presenta-tion for every single country in the world. Audience can now see videos of about socio -cultural development of each country on AV. You can also see African experiences in all countries. See the AV framework for more information.

AFRICAN VIEWS PROGRAM PERFORMANCE REPORT

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(DIRECTOR AFRICAN VIEWS UKRAINE).

October 1, 2012

As many of you are aware, in addition to African Views contributions to solve basic human problems, we also attempt to observe and pro-vide the most objective report on how relevant and effective the resources extended to grantees are maximized and how well they perform com-pared to expectations from grantors, the community they serve, and within their our capacity or agenda. Our pur-pose is not necessarily to au-dit the entity but rather to make sure that all concerned are fairly represented and that accountability and integrity are upheld towards the in-

tended progress.

I was on such an assignment in Onitsha- Anambra state, during this long summer break between June and Au-gust 2012. My name is Ony-inye Anyadike; I am currently a medical student at the Ter-nopil State Medical Univer-sity in Ukraine and the Afri-can Views Country Director (AVCD) of the Ukraine. I was sent to Nursery and Primary school to observe and give report on the implementation of the distribution of over 200 medical recommended glasses donated to them by the Gift of Sight Project (Collaboration between Afri-can Views, Sidewalk Univer-sity and the Lion’s Club of NJ) and in addition, identify

the areas where the school would need improvements and necessary developments.

Many African Schools are not familiar with analyst rating sys-tems. Some schools’ proprie-tors and principals still think that the rating systems are de-vised to expose their weak-nesses or out to get them. In order to determine the true value of a product, service, or a security -- analysts must re-search public information, talk to managers and producers, and maintain professional standard measures and ethics.

This approach works in sophisti-cated and developed market systems. It is similar to making a statement on a movie that you have seen except with standard measures.

is such an institution in a very sensitive level, because it deals with children with average or low immunity, hence if envi-ronmental hygiene is not in place, schools would be perfect avenues for the spread of infec-tion and diseases.

Simple basic amenities and required structures, a primary institution should have: a school should at least have good classes with proper venti-lation, chairs and tables for the students, computer rooms with computers ratio to pupils at 1: 5. So, if there are 200 pupils in a school, there should be about 40 computers which are working and well equipped. Also, the adminis-trative building should have

Accessibility: For any board-ing-system institution, it’s more of an advantage if it is located in a residential area or an area populated by resi-dents. This makes parents and children alike reach the school with ease.

Teachers to Pupils relation-ship: several theories have proven that pupils and stu-dents alike enjoy, assimilate and even know any subject better if they like the teacher involved.

Environmental factors, such as hygiene and adequate ven-tilation around the school: are institutions which consist or accommodate a multitude of individuals. A primary school

some facilities such as the pho-tocopying, scanning machines and any other stationary equip-ment.

Good Teachers/admin staff/parents interaction: Teachers who are not in good terms with the school administrators will definitely affect their knowledge impacting skills on their pupils.

Qualification of staff. Quantity is not enough, quality is the key: Having a good ratio of teachers to pupils is one thing, but having more than 90% if not 100% of these same teach-ers as qualified is another thing. If non-qualified staffs are accumulated, the aim of having such an institution is defeated.

REPORT BY ANYADIKE, ONYINYE STEPHANIE

WHAT MAKES A SCHOOL STANDARD ARE THE FOLLOWING FACTORS:

AV

PERFORMANCE

RATING

SCALE:

THE GOOD THING

ABOUT SCIENCE IS

THAT IT ’S TRUE

WHETHER OR NOT

YOU BELIEVE IN IT .

– NEIL DEGRASSE

TYSON

ANNUAL ISSUE #3—DECEMBER 31, AFRICAN V IEWS

Stephanie Onyinye Anyadike (DIRECTOR AFRICAN

VIEWS UKRAINE).

There are two types of criticisms, Objective and Subjective criti-cisms. Objective criticism is when you can form an opinion about something without feelings or prejudices getting in the way. It would be subjective, however if you state it based on your own personal relationship with the person.

Peter Joseph McKenna and Alhaji Papa Susso teaching a special music class to 3rd grad-ers at PS 107, Brooklyn, NY on December 3, 2012

COUNTRY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS The African Views country performance indicators are based on a host of relative performance statistics that are offered on its country profile page. It uses scores attributed to each of these indicators to gauge and compare favorable conditions for sustain-able development in all countries. Thanks to Pradeep Sapkota, we were able to complete this section of the AV framework in 2012. http://www.africanviews.org/country-profiles

LEADERSHIP PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT African issues stakeholders are individuals, institutions, businesses, governments, organizations, and associations in the cause of advancing peace and well being in African communities worldwide. African Views provides an open access platform for much needed education about all forms of contributions they are making to solve basic human problems. We also facilitate the opin-ion polls from the people and community they serve in order to get a balance effectiveness and relevance.

PERFORMANCE RATINGS AND REVIEWS OF AFRICAN LEADERS Performance ratings and review of African leaders, and other influential entities such as civil societies, nonprofit organiza-tions… Go to site click here

with seven children, He died on the 17th of June 2012 the day set aside for celebrating Fathers.

Without missing words I can tell anyone that Mr. Stephen played a vital role in my life not just as a Father but also as a life coach. He was one of the major reasons for what and who I am. One of his legacies I will never allow to fade away is HONESTY. He was one

Stephanie’s dad passed sud-denly during her short visit to Nigeria. She wrote this memo-rial for him.

Mr. Stephen Anyadike was born into a polygamous family in Ifite village of Nanka Anam-bra State Nigeria. He was sin-gle handedly raised by the mum together with the only brother and late sister. He got married to his heartthrob Mrs. Edna Anyadike and was blessed

man I do not ever query a sin-gle word that falls from his lips not even his jokes. His quest for justice and peace which bore him a popular name ”Ezeudo” meaning “King of peace” which he lived with till death.

Death has taken away one of the humans that make the world worth living but He will keep living in the hearts of those that love him.

AV PERFORMANCE RATINGS

TO THE MOST HONEST MAN I HAVE KNOWN IN MY LIFE .

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS DIRECTORY AFRICAN VIEWS WEBSITE OFFERS FREE LISTING FOR YOUR CAUSE: if you have a nonprofit program or project geared towards improving conditions of lives in African or developing communities from anywhere please list your organization or program in our directory. This will help avoid effort-redundancies, strengthen capacities, improve collaboration with many people who need to know what you do and find you here. AV listing is provided to you for free. We are serious about connect-ing African programs worldwide to improve efficiency and effectiveness. This service is available to all organizations anywhere in the world that operates any form of African related non profit program or project. Your listing will help us help you in many ways as well as provide you with eve great outreach being part of a wider network of international African nonprofit related framework. This is also a good opportunity for organizations that do not currently have an existing webpage. Listing your ser-vices here will give you broader connection. Visit site

AV STUDENT CHAPTER

African Views provides a unique opportunity for students, faculty and staff to harness the vitality and passion on their school campus to make a lasting difference by participating in this exciting movement of changing bias perspectives and stimulating innovation. We believe that, by connecting African Views Students Chapters from different institutes in all countries, we may bring about a unique intelligence for innovations and performance in many aspect of modern civilization. People from all pro-fessional, scholastic and cultural backgrounds are welcome to join all departments of African Views.

“ADIEU DAD

I WILL LIVE TO

APPRECIATE AND

CELEBRATE YOU . ”

- Stephanie Onyinye

Anyadike

Daughter.

2012.

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OUR CONDOLENCES

Media Programs:

AVRadio AVTV AV Magazine (Hard copy and Virtual) AV programs on DVD

Research Programs:

Student Chapters Volunteer Programs Internship Programs

Workshops:

ACE Programs for Children

African World Cultural Cui-sines

Phone: 646-226-0262 E-mail: av@africanviews.org

Www.africanviews.org

We are very happy that we were able to have the Ndebele Dolls again this year. This class was taught by our volunteers, Judy Kassima Hosein and Francesca Sciarra (College Students). The Ndebele dolls class is one of the children’s favor-ites.

It is however very important to share with you that we are also in the pres-ence of royalty, as Alhaji Papa Susso (Suntu) will also join us to teach the cultural diversity class. One of our trademarks at African Views is the pro-motion of cultural diversity and we have been using traditional string instruments to teach this class. Alhaji Papa Susso is a griot or jeli, master kora player, and director of the Koriya Musa Center for Research in Oral Tradition. Suntu was accompanied by Mr. Joseph Peter Mckenna, a college tutor, and song writer. He helped to show the contrast of guitar as a traditional string instru-ment to the children. This class is beau-tiful. We expect that our programs will contribute to proper and value based development of young children world-

African Cultural Exchange Program is one of our most popular programs at AV. On December 4th at PS 107, in Brooklyn we were able to connect 3rd graders with skids of the same age groups in Gaborone, Botswana and Dakar, Senegal. Thanks to Cheikhou Thiome and Sandra Augustine Nnebo. I’d like to start by divulging how grateful we are to all of you in helping to bring this special program to chil-dren. We believe that with the help of teachers, and schools with objec-tive curriculum, we can begin to guide our children in the right path by cultivating a better understanding of future challenges on self-reliance and interdependency of cultural diversity.

The kids at PS 107 experienced an improved- full version of the African Cultural Exchange (ACE) Program for Children on Tuesday. They ex-perienced a firsthand presentation of Africa, which includes regional and climatic identification, cultural diver-sity, and national cuisine. They also had the opportunity to meet children their age group in Africa via Skype.

AFRICAN CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN

CONTACT US.

FIND OUT HOW

YOU CAN HELP

AFRICAN VIEWS PROGRAMS FOR 2013

Collaborative Projects:

Institute of African Cultures and Traditions

African Cultural Art Book

Women Affairs Programs in partnership with WIC

“Gift of Sight” Project with Side Walk University

Women’s Education – He-lena Kaushik Women’s Col-lege. AV is an independent nonprofit organization. We have applied for UNDPI Status. However, we always work in collaboration with other organizations.

Conferences:

African Women Empower-ment and Advancement Summit in Africa

Social Business:

Data brokerage service pro-vides information about Active Bids, Upcoming Op-portunities, and recent Con-tract Awards.

African Diaspora Federal Credit Union

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM US TO ALL

Taking turns to Skype with peers in Africa

Kids showing off their Ndebele Dolls

Kids learning to play Kora

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