OFF TOPIC - ‘Save Japan, Pray for Japan’ charity concert on April 18

The triple disaster in Japan – earthquake, tsunami and nuclear crisis- had a devastating impact on the minds of the people across the globe. People across the globe have joined hands to lend them moral as well as financial support in every way possible.

Sakura- Kai, group formed by Japanese women married to Omanis under the umbrella of Oman – Japan Friendship Association, is holding a classical charity concert and auction titled ‘Save Japan, Pray for Japan’. The charity concert will be held at Al Jibreen Ballroom, Intercontinental hotel on Monday April 18, 2011 at 6 pm. The concert is performed by professional international artist based in Oman for charity.

An auction will also be conducted prior to the event, the proceeds of which will further help in raising funds for the people of Japan. All are requested to make contributions and donations as well at the entrance.

‘The aim of the concert is to raise funds for the victims of the Japan’s triple disaster. We want to help them in all possible ways’ said Suad M. Al Mudhaffar, chairperson of Sakura-Kai. She added ‘Sakura-Kai which means Cherry blossoms which blooms during the spring is a beautiful sight. We would like to bring back the beauty and happiness in the lives of the people in Japan like how the cherry blossoms delight the onlookers and gives a sense of hope.

In spite of all the hardships, the Japan government has taken the undaunted efforts to continue with the educations of children by renovating schools immediately after the disaster so that children continue with their education. Suad explained ‘Children are the future of the nation and we would like to support them in their education as well.’

Suad also wishes to send across the message regarding nuclear power plants. She says, ‘Though nuclear power plants helps in the development of the country, it is devastating as well. Each and every one of us should think about ways to save energy and contribute to the nation in the save energy campaign which will help in avoiding more nuclear power plants in future.’

All proceeds from the event and the auction will be entirely deposited in the account ‘Friends of Japan’ by Bank Dhofar organized by Embassy of Japan. A welcome drink is available for one Rial at the entrance of Al Jibreen Ballroom , the proceeds of which also be donated. Contact Suad M. Al Mudhaffar at 24491121 or 99330821, email suad0821@omantel.net.om  for tickets or to make your generous contribution. Each and every donation is valuable.

Thank you.