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2 Who is CA2012? Camp Africa is the brainchild of “Plymouth Banjul Challenge”

3 What is the Concept?  The need for Youth involvement in “new direction” towards cultural integration.  Designed to open up the rich cultural heritage of West Africa in particular and Africa in general  Use Education and “Responsible Tourism” as vehicle.

4 bringing the “international youth together…to encourage cross cultural dialogue” Mission? To bring local, regional and international youth together on an annual basis to encourage integration, cross-cultural dialogue through a multi-faceted programme of sporting, cultural, educational tourism and community focused activities.

5 Objectives? To support Cultural integration through the implementation and development of a global youth educational tourism programs. To continue to develop global awareness of regional commitment to cultural tourism as a key economic driver and differentiator. To positively impact the tourism industry by creating a holistic community that involves both the formal and informal sectors. To promote the diverse appeal of Africa’s cultural and natural landscape, and people; and develop a more positive image for the region. To foster social inclusion across local communities and provide practical support education, anti-poverty and peace building programs. To develop continuing support for programs that actively promote sustainability throughout Africa as a whole, with an initial focus on West Africa.

6 Our Team Overseen by a coalition of Gambia- based organisations with experience in Responsible Tourism, Culture and sports. Plymouth Banjul, ASSET, ICRT-WA are responsible for overseeing the project on the ground in Gambia. Full support from Government

7 Other Partners Universities and colleges in Uk and Norway Expand to other countries in Africa York and North Yorkshire Partnership ICRTs in UK, Canada, South Africa, Belize, India, Germany etc.. Looking for partners in Unis and colleges in Canada

8 Target? Youth belonging to educational/ vocational institutions. Travel and Tourism, Sports, development/ Social studies, Education etc.. Others but must be part of an institution Age range: 16-25 years

9 Sandele, Kartong. www.sandele.com Launch dates? 27 th. November 2010: “Sandele” kartong Gambia June 27 th. 2011: ICRT 5 th. International Conference on Responsible Tourism, Canada www.irtd5.icrtcanada.ca www.irtd5.icrtcanada.ca July 2011 Dakar, Senegal November 2011: World Travel Market, London July 2012: London Olympics, York, University of St. John

10 2012 Programe? WHEN? 3 rd. March. to 10 th. March 2012 Seven-day programme WHO? 200 participants – local, regional, international The Gambian tourism industry WHAT? Community Sports Hands-on Workshops Hands-on community experiences Cultural excursions to key projects Cultural Carnival and *Africa Got Soul gala event *This is African cultural talent contest by all participants to CA2012. Your institution will showcase and African drama, fashion, song and dance etc. The CA2012 trophy will be given to the best performing institution.

11 Contacts: For more information on Camp Africa and to find out how you can be a part of this unique initiative, please contact: www.campafrica2012.org George Gomez, Director, Camp Africa Momodou Ndimbalan, Administrator, Camp Africa Tel.: +220 9928899 or 7711763, Email: ndimbalan2@hotmail.comndimbalan2@hotmail.com


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