FESTIVAL PROGRAM (Draft as of March 23rd)
                                                        WCF Opening Ceremony
On June 17 at 10:00 am: Business, cultural and political leaders open the festival in a ceremony
choreographed by Shizumi Shigeto Manale (choreographer and movement coordinator for the recent
production of “Madame Butterfly " at the Kennedy Center)

                                                              PERFORMANCES
A+ Dropouts


                                     Voted one of the top 12 bands in America in 2010, the group is from Ashburn, Virginia




Ant Hill Live!

                                    12 performers of which 9 are ages 6 to 16 from Atlanta, Georgia who teach life
                                    lessons through skits, songs and dance



Anthony Gargiula and the AG Dance Crew


                              11 year old singer and song writer has over 4 million views on YouTube




Antelope Valley Children’s Choir


                             A choir from Palmdale, California which is in residence at the Antelope Valley College



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Ataturk Singers
10 performers ages 6 to 12 from the Greater Washington Area tell stories about daily lives of children,
people, joys and sorrows

Becca Levy


                             Washington DC’s 14-year- old is a rising star in pop
                             music



Ciana
8 year old Ciana Pelekai from Honolulu, Hawaii

Circus Harmony

                                      Children defy gravity, soar with confidence, and leap over barriers, trained by a
                                      circus educator in Florissant, Missouri




Coyaba Dance Theater
A contemporary West African dance company based in the Washington DC area and training and performing
since 1997

Cymia



                                  12 year old singing sensation from Georgia famous for her song ‘Kid Nation’




Culkin Irish Dancers


                                             30 performers of which 25 are ages 6 to 16 from the Culkin School,
                                             Silver Spring, Maryland



Dakshina
Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Company performs and presents Indian dance forms, such as Bharata
Natyam, which mirror the multiple identities of second generation South Asians

District Grove
Washington Area trainers to demonstrate Hip-Hop and Break Dance



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Great Wall Orchestra and Chorus

                                                    Oakland, California based Chinese music education and opera program




Joe’s Movement Emporium Tutoring Center
Eight children of different ages from Mt. Rainer, Maryland, perform original choreography and invite audience
participation in two songs that embody message of peace and individual empowerment to create a better world

Joy of Motion Dance Center
Youth program of Washington DC-based dance group

KAKTARUA! The Scarecrow
12 performers of which 10 are ages 6 to 12 from Kids Cultural Institute, Chittagong, Bangladesh

Kyrgyz National Dance
Bishkek Art Center, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

L.A. Salsa Kids
Kids from Los Angeles with a Latin soul and a salsa heart

Maru Montero Dance Company

                      With roots in Mexican folk dance, the Mini-Monteros of Washington DC perform modern Latin dance,
                      including mambo, cha-cha, salsa, and dances from many other Latin and Caribbean countries



Metro Youth Tap Ensemble

                                 A youth tap dance ensemble comprised of talented tap dancers from
                                 the Greater Washington Area



Music Crossing Borders
6-member ensemble to teach a group of children of all ages and backgrounds about music from cultures around
the world

Nepalese Traditional Folk Dance
Everest Nepal Cultural Group, Kathmandu, Nepal works to preserve traditional folk dances for future generations

Pista sa Nayon
30 performers to present a Filipino celebration by the Foundation for Filipino Artists in Woodside, New York

Polonia Ensemble




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Polish Folk Dance Ensemble of Chicago




Pop Soul U
Musician Glenton Davis of New York City to perform with children and then inform how they can become creative
entrepreneurs

Posey School of Dance


                                    Ballet performance by children from Northport, New York




Rhythm in Blue
21 performers of which 19 are ages 6 to 16 dedicated to preserving the art of Tap Dance from Ashburn, Virginia

Serbian and Balkan Music
8 performers of which 5 are ages 6 to 16 from the Music and Educational Center “Carpe Diem,” Novi Sad, Serbia

Skizumi Kodomo Dance Troupe


                           The Shizumi Kodomo Dance Troupe is a truly multicultural dance company with children
                           from 6 to 16 years old. The girls in the troupe share a passionate interest in expressing
                           their love for Japanese culture and dance arts.




South Shore Drill Team
                                                      Founded in 1980, South Shore Drill Team electrifies audiences
                                                      at more than 120 events annually with its amazing precision
                                                      drills and wide range of dance. The team has a strong
                                                      prevention program which fights against gangs and drugs by
                                                      providing performance opportunities, educational support, and
                                                      employment training for its young members.
Stephanie Marie11-11



                                         13 year old recording artist from Howell, New Jersey




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Studio Bleu Dance Center


                                            From Reston, Virginia performances in all genre of music and dance,
                                            from ballet to Hip-Hop




Tajikistan National Dance

                                                Traditional dance ensemble from Dushanbe, Tajikistan




Tree Theater Group


                                                   A group from Malaysia that uses song, dance, drama, and shadow
                                                   puppets for environmental awareness.



Turkish Folk Dance
Twelve 6 to 12 year old performers from the Washington Area showcase dances from different regions of Turkey

Turkish Folk Dance Troupe of Washington DC

                                           Performing a variety of traditional Turkish folk dances to promote Turkish culture




Uganda Drama, Dance and Music
Twenty children from Uganda Martyrs Namilyango Junior Boys School in Kampala, Uganda to perform traditional
folk dance and drama depicting HIV/AIDS and children’s rights


                           In addition to the above performers, exceptional amateur musicians and bands will be selected
                           through an online music contest sponsored by Melody Street, Inc., Hollywood, California



                                                                WORKSHOPS


Art and Sport
Art teacher Aslı Kinsizer, Ozel Izmir Sev Elementary School, Izmir, Turkey (for ages 8+ on June 17 and 18)

Art Workshop (Kyrgyzstan)
Three artists and art teachers from the B’Art Contemporary, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan – Kerezova Saltanat Kerezovna,
Etekbaeva Yrysbekyzy, and Kzaakbaeva Asel Auarbievna (ages 6 to 12 on June 17)

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Use imagination and teamwork to create. You can join a master-class to make a glass painting, a group to make a
large canvas, or a team to make your own photo albums and frames, thread figures, and postcards.

ChackraCize Your Spirit
Author and motivational speaker Robin Marvel, founder, Marvelous Empowerment (ages 8 to 12 on June 18)

Challenge 20/20
Ioana Suciu Wheeler, National Association of Independent Schools, Washington DC (for ages 8 to 12 on June 18)

Cherry Blossom Collage
Citizenship activity using symbols of fortune, love, and affection, the start of spring, and the fleeting nature of life.
Carla Rodrigues, F.A. March Elementary School, Easton, Pennsylvania (for ages 5 to 10 on June 18 and 19)

Children Art House
What, why and how of an art house in your community? Learn from the New Zealand experience.
Melanie Budge, National Secretary, New Zealand Children’s Art House Foundation, Paeroa, New Zealand
(for teachers and parents on June 18)

Children’s Art and Historiography

                    Analysis of art through methodology and historiography of art history with examples.
                    Mumtoz Kamolzoda, Fermata Art Foundation, Avon, Connecticut (for teachers on June 18)




Children’s Peace Train
Draw and color a picture of "Peace in your own life" for a children's train that goes around the world and receive a
Conductor's certificate. Fred Jeremy Seligson, Seoul, Korea (for ages 4 to 12 on June 18 and 19)

Colored Pencils
Take part in an art workshop that fosters communication, cooperation with others, and self-expression.
Hannah Richards, Boston, Massachusetts (ages 4 to 10 on June 18)

Contemporary Art in the Classroom: The Development of Creativity and Cultural Identity in Children
M. Reyes González Vida and Carmen González Castro, Painting Department, University of Granada, Spain
The workshop explores how the use of contemporary art in early education can enrich the construction of
children's cultural identity and creativity (for teachers on June 17 and 18)

Culinary Storytelling
Practice shopping for your own food in a pretend farmer’s market, then learn about food preparation and safety
and good eating habits.
Vera Oye’Yaa-Anna, Oye Palaver Hut, Washington DC (for ages 4 to 12 on June 18 and 19)

Daydreaming and Play
An activity organized by cognitive psychologist and adjunct professor at New York University Dr. Scott Barry
Kaufman, New York, New York (for ages 8 to 12 on June 18)




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Earth and Peace Mandalas

                           Learn about mandalas (circle art) in different cultures and make three different types of
                           mandalas: one for Mother Earth, the second for the Creative Spirit, and the third for the
                           Peaceful Soul. Half Moon Bay, California-based artist Judy Shintani (for ages 8 and up on
                           June 17, 18 and 19)



EMBODY: Embodied Awareness through Yoga and Art
Wendy Cohen, Sparks, Maryland (for all ages on June 17)
Participants make colorful puppets with articulating joints so the puppets can move into various yoga postures
(asanas). Participants are introduced to yoga postures with an emphasis on breathing in the life force. You
understand how the body/mind functions and learn from the inside out so to be in touch with and further develop
and deepen the abiding harmony that is at the center of all things.

Environment: Protection and Preservation
A talk by Dr. Jagadish Shukla, president, Institute of Global Environment and Society and professor, Climate
Dynamics, George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Shukla was part of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize winning
IPCC (for all ages on June 17)

Financial Education
Paul Robin, Manager, Oversight & Policy, Division of Consumer and Community Affairs, Federal Reserve Board,
Washington, DC (for ages 10 to 17 on June 17)

FUNTHINK: Brainstorm, Collaborate, Create
C. Ray Frigard, Treebones, Inc., Mound, Minnesotta (for ages 8+ and adults on June 18)
Learn about FUNthink, a hands-on activity where a challenge is presented. You brainstorm and collaborate to
create a solution using the materials available.

Genetics
Learn about your DNA, how to splice it, and how to use this information.
Dr. Michael J. Dougherty, director of education, American Society of Human Genetics, Bethesda, Maryland (for ages
8 to 14 on June 17)

Happily Ever Art
Learn how to create a character. Use art to bring to life your own hero, bug or monster. Discover how to make your
own comic strip and draw like a professional artist.
K. Michael Crawford, author and illustrator (ages 7 to 17 on June 17, 18 and 19)

Health Education
Dr. Alan Guttmacher, Director, Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health, Bethesda, Maryland

Mosaic Making


                                    Learn and make Turkish (Iznik) designs on a mosaic (all ages on June 19)
                                    Serap and Robert Wiedemer, Reston, Virginia



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Murals by Children
Importance of children’s art in public places and the social change it causes (teachers and parents on June 18)
Shona Hammond Boys, Founder, New Zealand Children’s Art House Foundation, Opotiki, New Zealand

Musical Story
Maria Claudia Albini, Romina Pundang, and Maria Laura Siccardi. From Buenos Aires, Argentina (ages 8 and 9 on
June 17, 18 and 19) Learn how to tell a story using art of every kind. After hearing a story, you sing a song that
relates to it. You illustrate the story and make a mural, then propose different ways to render the story into music
with percussion instruments. Afterwards, you will make a poster as a follow-up activity to share with your friends.

Music and Drama in Community Development
Rev. Sr. Immaculate Nabukalu from Uganda Martyrs Namilyango Junior Boys Schools in Kampala, Uganda (ages 8
and 18 on June 18) Building confidence in African children so they can build better communities.

Myths and Legends of the Americas
Cecilia Beatrix Caruso, Buenos Aires, Argentina (Spanish speaking children ages 9-12 on June 18 and 19)
You learn about three myths and legends to discover the underlying message in the tales. Three groups are
formed, each assigned a text and asked to design a poster that reveals its message. Each group makes an oral
presentation and receives a booklet on the three myths.

Nature and Endangered Species
John Cimino, Jr., president, Creative Leaps International, Chester, New York, for ages xxx on June xxx

Nutrition
Dr. Janey Thornton, USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services, Washington, DC
Mr. Michael R. Taylor, Deputy Commissioner for Food, Food and Drug Administration, Washington, DC

Paper Marbling (Ebru)
Decorate art known as Ebru or Turkish paper
Asli Kinsizer, Ozel Izmir Sev Elementary School, Izmir, Turkey (age 8+ on June 17, 18 and 19)

Silk Painting

                         Learn how to paint on silk and cotton. You will receive as gift a postcard of an artwork
                         by a young artist in the city of Vorkuta, Russia (for ages 10 to 12 on June 18)
                         Sergey Gagauzov, Children’s Art School, Vorkuta, Russia


Serbian and Balkan Music Workshop (guitar, singing and percussion)
Music and Educational Center “Carpe Diem”, Novi Sad, Serbia (for all ages on June 18)

Service-Learning: Preparing You for a Leadership Role in the 21st Century

  Service Learning and Environmental Stewardship
  Help you understand the interrelationships of the natural world by analyzing problems both natural and
  human-made so as a scientifically literate citizen you can play a leadership role to preserve, conserve and
  enjoy nature. Sean Duffy, Science Conservation Coordinator, The Children's Philanthropy Center, Waples
  Mill Elementary School, Oakton, Virginia (ages 7 to 12 on June 17)




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Service Learning and Youth with Disabilities
  A model of empowering you at any developmental level to be successful contributor.
  Dr. Deatema Abdul-Latif, founder, The Children's Philanthropy Center, and Ana Cano-Mirabal, Visual
  Itinerant Teacher, The Children's Philanthropy Center, Oakton, Virginia (ages 7 to 12 on June 18)

  Service Learning: Youth Voice and Civic Engagement
  Encourage the use of arts, creativity, and innovation as variable means for you to address 21st century
  challenges. Dr. Deatema Abdul-Latif, founder, The Children's Philanthropy Center, Oakton, Virginia (ages
  7 to 12 on June 19)

World Child Symbol
What do symbols mean for children? You learn about symbols and create universal symbols with other
children. Isn’t communicating with art an art?
Marijn van Oosten, Concept Designer, Amsterdam. Netherlands (20 children ages 4 to 10 on June 18)


                                             AUTHOR WORSHOPS AND DISCUSSIONS

David Croslin > Innovate the Future
                                                                            Ray Frigard > Funthink: 12 Tools for Creative Problem Solving




 Robin Marvel > Awakening Consciousness:
 A Boy’s Guide
 and Awakening Consciousness: A Girl’s Guide                                       Vali Nasr > Forces of Fortune




Patrick Mendis > Commercial Providence: The Secret
Destiny of the American Empire
                                                                         Todd Siler > Breaking the Mind Barrier and Think Like a Genius




Aziz Rana > The Two Faces of American Freedom




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ACTIVITIES
American Football
Training exercise by retired NFL player Dudley Williams, Dallas, Texas

Art as Therapy: Dancing on Paper
Draw and paint with music
Lisa Brown and Claudia Jean Hill, Watchung, New Jersey (for ages 6 to 10 on June 18)

Be a Hero
Learn good interview skills and video-making
Wendy Miletter, The My Hero Project, Laguna Beach, California (for ages 8 to 19 on June 18 and 19)

Brain is Greater than its Parts
Research scientists from the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Columbia University, New York, led by
Dr. Donald Mandel will conduct three different projects (for ages 8 to 16 on June 17, 18, 19)

Catch Your Dreams
                                 Make your own Native American dream catchers, which are used as charms for protection
                                 against nightmares. Native Americans believe that a dream catcher changes a person’s
                                 dreams. “Only good dreams would be allowed to filter through… Bad dreams would stay in
                                 the net, disappearing with the light of day.” Marietta Dantonio-Fryer, professor at Cheyner
                                 University of Pennsylvania and founder, Totem Rhythms, Inc. (for ages 6 to adult on June 17,
                                 18 and 19)
Chess: Learn and Play
Come learn chess or play this strategic game. You can win a chess set if you are one of the best six players.
Michael Goldstein, Washington DC (for all ages on June 17)

Compassion
Learn Anne Frank’s story and how she gained insight into the creative process through her father’s photography.
Although the Nazis were killing and terrorizing her Jewish family, Anne felt that her inner self was like every other
human being with hopes, fears and dreams. You are asked to write a verbal picture of yourself as you examine your
facial expressions in the mirror, and then draw a visual self portrait. You will share your verbal and visual self-
portraits to celebrate human diversity.
Maureen McNeil, The Anne Frank Center USA, New York, New York (ages 7 to 17 and adults on June 17)

Creativity and Cloud Computing
Connect with your peers in Sweden and express your dream.
Christer Edman, Creman Innovation, Järfälla, Sweden (for ages 8 to 16 on June 17, 18 and 19)

Creativity Stations
Ten creativity professors and graduate students from the International Center for Studies in Creativity, Buffalo State
University, Buffalo, New York, will host ten min-creativity stations to explore and nurture your creativity.

Face Yourself: Light and Shadow
Engage both sides of the brain by creating silhouettes to make a collage.
Lisa Brown and Claudia Jean Hill, Watchung, New Jersey (ages 14 to 16 on June 18)

Fight Against AIDS/HIV Stigmatization of Children
Ochieng Mathew, Administrator, Uganda Martyrs Namilyango Junior Boys School, Kampala, Uganda (for ages 12+
and adults on June 18 and 19)



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Gardening with Kids
Combine science, art, and nature to overcome “nature deficit disorder” and experience how interesting and
inspiring the outdoors can be. Julia Parker-Dickerson, National Gardening Association, South Burlington, Vermont
[in collaboration with the U.S. Botanical Gardens] (for ages 5 to 14 on June 17 and 18)

Mandala Creativity
                             Open your creative flow by using basic structures of art to tap into your imagination.
                             Mandala represents the self, allowing a simple circle to provide foundation for internal
                             expression. First you create individual Mandala on paper then group Mandala on canvas.
                             Melissa Ayr, abstract artist and founder, Scribbles Arts, South Lake, Texas (ages 6 to 12 on
                             June 18)

Megaphone Project


                                           Twenty-five striking red megaphones of different shapes and sizes recreate the
                                           childhood miracle of wireless tincan telephones and the joyful manipulation of
                                           voices that that are naturally reinforced through simple acoustics. Madeleine
                                           Flynn and Tim Humphrey, The Megaphone Project, Melbourne, Australia


Paint Your Belief
                                   What is your most important belief and can you paint it?
                                   Artist Antje Tesche-Mentzen, Munich, Germany to lead this project which will be
                                   filmed by the German TV ZDF (for ages 4 to 16 on June 18)



Puppets and Coloring Book (Marvel, Believe, Care)
Dr. Jennifer Bryson from The Witherspoon Institute and Steve Artley, cartoonist, MakeBelieveCare

Save Your Voice


                         Learn how to gain good posture, breathe correctly, open your
                         throat, and have fun singing in a healthy way. Chrissellene G.
                         Petropoulos, President, Vocal Mastery, Inc., Potomac, Maryland




The Living City: Dreaming Green for Our Bright Future
Use re-purposed materials and found objects to design and create a visionary urban center.
Linda Cato, Tucson, Arizona and U.S. Green Building Council, Washington, DC (ages 11+ on ALL DAY June 17, 18
and 19)




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Sports for Kids
P.E. Teacher Mr. Erkin Ates, Ozel Izmir Sev Elementary School, Izmir, Turkey (for ages xxx on June 17, 18 and 19)

Taekwondo with an Olympian
Exercise with Arlene Limas, the 1998 Olympic Gold Medal winner in Taekwondo and a 5th Degree Black Belt in
American Taekwondo.

Walking: Human Body is Made for it
A discussion and demonstration by Dr. James Levine of the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota

What Children Believe
Art and cognition activity by German artist and sculptor Antje Tesche-Mentzen to be filmed by German TV ZDF



                                                  Kids’ social network that is fun, safe and free



Your World: Early Learner
Dr Edna Ranck and Dr. Jean Simpson, World Organization for Early Education-USA (for ages 2 ½ to 6 on June 17, 18
and 19). You create two pictures that reflect your world, then explain your pictures to others. Keep one picture
and learn about the lives of other kids by exchanging the other with someone you would like to be your friend.

United States Coast Guard



                                 The United States Coast Guard will have its own pavilion on
                                 The National Mall throughout the three-day WCF to provide
                                 training on saving lives and conduct physical activities




                                                CHILDREN’S VOICES
                                        Workshops by Children for Children
    (32 children are being interviewed and selected to host workshops on what they are most passionate about)

Cymia



                                Learn about bullying and how to stop it from the 12-year old
                                singer from Atlanta, Georgia




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Rebecca Rauch-Thane

                                                         How to organize your ideas to write a book? Learn creative
                                                         writing from Rebecca Rauch-Thane of Key Biscayne, Florida -
                                                         author of “The Magical Island of Santa Maria”. Twelve year old
                                                         Rebecca is working on her second book.


Teruhito Sekine
                                                         Twelve year old Arts Olympiad winner from Tokyo, Japan will
                                                         discuss his earthquake and tsunami experience and its aftermath.



                                                   Learn how a fifteen-year old African-American from Oakland, California
Tyler Thompson
                                                   became a Chinese opera star with the Great Wall of China Youth Orchestra




                                Festival Closing Ceremony: Drum, Dance and Dream for Peace

At the close of the WCF at 4:10 pm on June 19 the participants will come together to drum for peace. Starting at
3:00 pm drumming exercises and lessons will take place under the direction of Jean Campbell, founder, World
Dreams Peace Bridge (All ages on June 19 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm)



The WCF’s educational programming is based on the ICAF’s Peace through Art methodology*, which defines the following
sequential themes for the three-day event:
                          Environment + Health Day (Friday, June 17)
                                   Instruction is informational, spotlighting common concerns shared by children
                          Creativity + Imagination Day (Saturday, June 18)
                                   Learning is participatory, kindling children’s inherent talents and potential
                          Peace + Leadership Day (Sunday, June 19)
                                   Training is inspirational, urging children to build creative and healthy communities
WCF Education Partners
       The Anne Frank Center USA Andrus Children ‘s Center              Arts for Global Development
       Children’s Art Village     Fermata Arts Foundation
       First International Conference on Art Illustration and Visual Culture in Infant and Primary Education
       International Center for Studies in Creativity International Society for Education through the Arts (InSEA)
       J. Craig Venter Institute Life Pieces to Masterpieces            Melody Street
       President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition’s President’s Challenge program
       SIGNIS - World Catholic Association for Communication             Soul Pop U
       OMEP-USA - World Organization for Early Childhood Education
WCF International Partners
        Ministries of Education: Costa Rica, Cyprus, Kuwait, Mauritius, Oman and Saudi Arabia, for example
        UNESCO National Commissions: Azerbaijan, Lebanon, Nigeria, Peru and Tanzania, for example
                                                    Draft Festival Site Plan
        Cultural Institutions: Conaculta in Mexico and PNG National Museum in Papua New Guinea, for example
        Educational Organizations: Canal Futura in Brazil and the University of Grenada in Spain, for example
        NGOs: Searag in Egypt and Talents for the New Millennium in Belarus, for example
        Arts Organizations: China, India, Indonesia, Liberia, Turkey and Russia, for example
        ICAF Representatives: Argentina, Germany, Japan and Uganda

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    FESTIVAL PROGRAM (Draftas of March 23rd) WCF Opening Ceremony On June 17 at 10:00 am: Business, cultural and political leaders open the festival in a ceremony choreographed by Shizumi Shigeto Manale (choreographer and movement coordinator for the recent production of “Madame Butterfly " at the Kennedy Center) PERFORMANCES A+ Dropouts Voted one of the top 12 bands in America in 2010, the group is from Ashburn, Virginia Ant Hill Live! 12 performers of which 9 are ages 6 to 16 from Atlanta, Georgia who teach life lessons through skits, songs and dance Anthony Gargiula and the AG Dance Crew 11 year old singer and song writer has over 4 million views on YouTube Antelope Valley Children’s Choir A choir from Palmdale, California which is in residence at the Antelope Valley College ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 1
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    Ataturk Singers 10 performersages 6 to 12 from the Greater Washington Area tell stories about daily lives of children, people, joys and sorrows Becca Levy Washington DC’s 14-year- old is a rising star in pop music Ciana 8 year old Ciana Pelekai from Honolulu, Hawaii Circus Harmony Children defy gravity, soar with confidence, and leap over barriers, trained by a circus educator in Florissant, Missouri Coyaba Dance Theater A contemporary West African dance company based in the Washington DC area and training and performing since 1997 Cymia 12 year old singing sensation from Georgia famous for her song ‘Kid Nation’ Culkin Irish Dancers 30 performers of which 25 are ages 6 to 16 from the Culkin School, Silver Spring, Maryland Dakshina Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Company performs and presents Indian dance forms, such as Bharata Natyam, which mirror the multiple identities of second generation South Asians District Grove Washington Area trainers to demonstrate Hip-Hop and Break Dance ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 2
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    Great Wall Orchestraand Chorus Oakland, California based Chinese music education and opera program Joe’s Movement Emporium Tutoring Center Eight children of different ages from Mt. Rainer, Maryland, perform original choreography and invite audience participation in two songs that embody message of peace and individual empowerment to create a better world Joy of Motion Dance Center Youth program of Washington DC-based dance group KAKTARUA! The Scarecrow 12 performers of which 10 are ages 6 to 12 from Kids Cultural Institute, Chittagong, Bangladesh Kyrgyz National Dance Bishkek Art Center, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan L.A. Salsa Kids Kids from Los Angeles with a Latin soul and a salsa heart Maru Montero Dance Company With roots in Mexican folk dance, the Mini-Monteros of Washington DC perform modern Latin dance, including mambo, cha-cha, salsa, and dances from many other Latin and Caribbean countries Metro Youth Tap Ensemble A youth tap dance ensemble comprised of talented tap dancers from the Greater Washington Area Music Crossing Borders 6-member ensemble to teach a group of children of all ages and backgrounds about music from cultures around the world Nepalese Traditional Folk Dance Everest Nepal Cultural Group, Kathmandu, Nepal works to preserve traditional folk dances for future generations Pista sa Nayon 30 performers to present a Filipino celebration by the Foundation for Filipino Artists in Woodside, New York Polonia Ensemble ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 3
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    Polish Folk DanceEnsemble of Chicago Pop Soul U Musician Glenton Davis of New York City to perform with children and then inform how they can become creative entrepreneurs Posey School of Dance Ballet performance by children from Northport, New York Rhythm in Blue 21 performers of which 19 are ages 6 to 16 dedicated to preserving the art of Tap Dance from Ashburn, Virginia Serbian and Balkan Music 8 performers of which 5 are ages 6 to 16 from the Music and Educational Center “Carpe Diem,” Novi Sad, Serbia Skizumi Kodomo Dance Troupe The Shizumi Kodomo Dance Troupe is a truly multicultural dance company with children from 6 to 16 years old. The girls in the troupe share a passionate interest in expressing their love for Japanese culture and dance arts. South Shore Drill Team Founded in 1980, South Shore Drill Team electrifies audiences at more than 120 events annually with its amazing precision drills and wide range of dance. The team has a strong prevention program which fights against gangs and drugs by providing performance opportunities, educational support, and employment training for its young members. Stephanie Marie11-11 13 year old recording artist from Howell, New Jersey ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 4
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    Studio Bleu DanceCenter From Reston, Virginia performances in all genre of music and dance, from ballet to Hip-Hop Tajikistan National Dance Traditional dance ensemble from Dushanbe, Tajikistan Tree Theater Group A group from Malaysia that uses song, dance, drama, and shadow puppets for environmental awareness. Turkish Folk Dance Twelve 6 to 12 year old performers from the Washington Area showcase dances from different regions of Turkey Turkish Folk Dance Troupe of Washington DC Performing a variety of traditional Turkish folk dances to promote Turkish culture Uganda Drama, Dance and Music Twenty children from Uganda Martyrs Namilyango Junior Boys School in Kampala, Uganda to perform traditional folk dance and drama depicting HIV/AIDS and children’s rights In addition to the above performers, exceptional amateur musicians and bands will be selected through an online music contest sponsored by Melody Street, Inc., Hollywood, California WORKSHOPS Art and Sport Art teacher Aslı Kinsizer, Ozel Izmir Sev Elementary School, Izmir, Turkey (for ages 8+ on June 17 and 18) Art Workshop (Kyrgyzstan) Three artists and art teachers from the B’Art Contemporary, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan – Kerezova Saltanat Kerezovna, Etekbaeva Yrysbekyzy, and Kzaakbaeva Asel Auarbievna (ages 6 to 12 on June 17) ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 5
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    Use imagination andteamwork to create. You can join a master-class to make a glass painting, a group to make a large canvas, or a team to make your own photo albums and frames, thread figures, and postcards. ChackraCize Your Spirit Author and motivational speaker Robin Marvel, founder, Marvelous Empowerment (ages 8 to 12 on June 18) Challenge 20/20 Ioana Suciu Wheeler, National Association of Independent Schools, Washington DC (for ages 8 to 12 on June 18) Cherry Blossom Collage Citizenship activity using symbols of fortune, love, and affection, the start of spring, and the fleeting nature of life. Carla Rodrigues, F.A. March Elementary School, Easton, Pennsylvania (for ages 5 to 10 on June 18 and 19) Children Art House What, why and how of an art house in your community? Learn from the New Zealand experience. Melanie Budge, National Secretary, New Zealand Children’s Art House Foundation, Paeroa, New Zealand (for teachers and parents on June 18) Children’s Art and Historiography Analysis of art through methodology and historiography of art history with examples. Mumtoz Kamolzoda, Fermata Art Foundation, Avon, Connecticut (for teachers on June 18) Children’s Peace Train Draw and color a picture of "Peace in your own life" for a children's train that goes around the world and receive a Conductor's certificate. Fred Jeremy Seligson, Seoul, Korea (for ages 4 to 12 on June 18 and 19) Colored Pencils Take part in an art workshop that fosters communication, cooperation with others, and self-expression. Hannah Richards, Boston, Massachusetts (ages 4 to 10 on June 18) Contemporary Art in the Classroom: The Development of Creativity and Cultural Identity in Children M. Reyes González Vida and Carmen González Castro, Painting Department, University of Granada, Spain The workshop explores how the use of contemporary art in early education can enrich the construction of children's cultural identity and creativity (for teachers on June 17 and 18) Culinary Storytelling Practice shopping for your own food in a pretend farmer’s market, then learn about food preparation and safety and good eating habits. Vera Oye’Yaa-Anna, Oye Palaver Hut, Washington DC (for ages 4 to 12 on June 18 and 19) Daydreaming and Play An activity organized by cognitive psychologist and adjunct professor at New York University Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, New York, New York (for ages 8 to 12 on June 18) ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 6
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    Earth and PeaceMandalas Learn about mandalas (circle art) in different cultures and make three different types of mandalas: one for Mother Earth, the second for the Creative Spirit, and the third for the Peaceful Soul. Half Moon Bay, California-based artist Judy Shintani (for ages 8 and up on June 17, 18 and 19) EMBODY: Embodied Awareness through Yoga and Art Wendy Cohen, Sparks, Maryland (for all ages on June 17) Participants make colorful puppets with articulating joints so the puppets can move into various yoga postures (asanas). Participants are introduced to yoga postures with an emphasis on breathing in the life force. You understand how the body/mind functions and learn from the inside out so to be in touch with and further develop and deepen the abiding harmony that is at the center of all things. Environment: Protection and Preservation A talk by Dr. Jagadish Shukla, president, Institute of Global Environment and Society and professor, Climate Dynamics, George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Shukla was part of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize winning IPCC (for all ages on June 17) Financial Education Paul Robin, Manager, Oversight & Policy, Division of Consumer and Community Affairs, Federal Reserve Board, Washington, DC (for ages 10 to 17 on June 17) FUNTHINK: Brainstorm, Collaborate, Create C. Ray Frigard, Treebones, Inc., Mound, Minnesotta (for ages 8+ and adults on June 18) Learn about FUNthink, a hands-on activity where a challenge is presented. You brainstorm and collaborate to create a solution using the materials available. Genetics Learn about your DNA, how to splice it, and how to use this information. Dr. Michael J. Dougherty, director of education, American Society of Human Genetics, Bethesda, Maryland (for ages 8 to 14 on June 17) Happily Ever Art Learn how to create a character. Use art to bring to life your own hero, bug or monster. Discover how to make your own comic strip and draw like a professional artist. K. Michael Crawford, author and illustrator (ages 7 to 17 on June 17, 18 and 19) Health Education Dr. Alan Guttmacher, Director, Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health, Bethesda, Maryland Mosaic Making Learn and make Turkish (Iznik) designs on a mosaic (all ages on June 19) Serap and Robert Wiedemer, Reston, Virginia ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 7
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    Murals by Children Importanceof children’s art in public places and the social change it causes (teachers and parents on June 18) Shona Hammond Boys, Founder, New Zealand Children’s Art House Foundation, Opotiki, New Zealand Musical Story Maria Claudia Albini, Romina Pundang, and Maria Laura Siccardi. From Buenos Aires, Argentina (ages 8 and 9 on June 17, 18 and 19) Learn how to tell a story using art of every kind. After hearing a story, you sing a song that relates to it. You illustrate the story and make a mural, then propose different ways to render the story into music with percussion instruments. Afterwards, you will make a poster as a follow-up activity to share with your friends. Music and Drama in Community Development Rev. Sr. Immaculate Nabukalu from Uganda Martyrs Namilyango Junior Boys Schools in Kampala, Uganda (ages 8 and 18 on June 18) Building confidence in African children so they can build better communities. Myths and Legends of the Americas Cecilia Beatrix Caruso, Buenos Aires, Argentina (Spanish speaking children ages 9-12 on June 18 and 19) You learn about three myths and legends to discover the underlying message in the tales. Three groups are formed, each assigned a text and asked to design a poster that reveals its message. Each group makes an oral presentation and receives a booklet on the three myths. Nature and Endangered Species John Cimino, Jr., president, Creative Leaps International, Chester, New York, for ages xxx on June xxx Nutrition Dr. Janey Thornton, USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services, Washington, DC Mr. Michael R. Taylor, Deputy Commissioner for Food, Food and Drug Administration, Washington, DC Paper Marbling (Ebru) Decorate art known as Ebru or Turkish paper Asli Kinsizer, Ozel Izmir Sev Elementary School, Izmir, Turkey (age 8+ on June 17, 18 and 19) Silk Painting Learn how to paint on silk and cotton. You will receive as gift a postcard of an artwork by a young artist in the city of Vorkuta, Russia (for ages 10 to 12 on June 18) Sergey Gagauzov, Children’s Art School, Vorkuta, Russia Serbian and Balkan Music Workshop (guitar, singing and percussion) Music and Educational Center “Carpe Diem”, Novi Sad, Serbia (for all ages on June 18) Service-Learning: Preparing You for a Leadership Role in the 21st Century Service Learning and Environmental Stewardship Help you understand the interrelationships of the natural world by analyzing problems both natural and human-made so as a scientifically literate citizen you can play a leadership role to preserve, conserve and enjoy nature. Sean Duffy, Science Conservation Coordinator, The Children's Philanthropy Center, Waples Mill Elementary School, Oakton, Virginia (ages 7 to 12 on June 17) ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 8
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    Service Learning andYouth with Disabilities A model of empowering you at any developmental level to be successful contributor. Dr. Deatema Abdul-Latif, founder, The Children's Philanthropy Center, and Ana Cano-Mirabal, Visual Itinerant Teacher, The Children's Philanthropy Center, Oakton, Virginia (ages 7 to 12 on June 18) Service Learning: Youth Voice and Civic Engagement Encourage the use of arts, creativity, and innovation as variable means for you to address 21st century challenges. Dr. Deatema Abdul-Latif, founder, The Children's Philanthropy Center, Oakton, Virginia (ages 7 to 12 on June 19) World Child Symbol What do symbols mean for children? You learn about symbols and create universal symbols with other children. Isn’t communicating with art an art? Marijn van Oosten, Concept Designer, Amsterdam. Netherlands (20 children ages 4 to 10 on June 18) AUTHOR WORSHOPS AND DISCUSSIONS David Croslin > Innovate the Future Ray Frigard > Funthink: 12 Tools for Creative Problem Solving Robin Marvel > Awakening Consciousness: A Boy’s Guide and Awakening Consciousness: A Girl’s Guide Vali Nasr > Forces of Fortune Patrick Mendis > Commercial Providence: The Secret Destiny of the American Empire Todd Siler > Breaking the Mind Barrier and Think Like a Genius Aziz Rana > The Two Faces of American Freedom ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 9
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    ACTIVITIES American Football Training exerciseby retired NFL player Dudley Williams, Dallas, Texas Art as Therapy: Dancing on Paper Draw and paint with music Lisa Brown and Claudia Jean Hill, Watchung, New Jersey (for ages 6 to 10 on June 18) Be a Hero Learn good interview skills and video-making Wendy Miletter, The My Hero Project, Laguna Beach, California (for ages 8 to 19 on June 18 and 19) Brain is Greater than its Parts Research scientists from the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Columbia University, New York, led by Dr. Donald Mandel will conduct three different projects (for ages 8 to 16 on June 17, 18, 19) Catch Your Dreams Make your own Native American dream catchers, which are used as charms for protection against nightmares. Native Americans believe that a dream catcher changes a person’s dreams. “Only good dreams would be allowed to filter through… Bad dreams would stay in the net, disappearing with the light of day.” Marietta Dantonio-Fryer, professor at Cheyner University of Pennsylvania and founder, Totem Rhythms, Inc. (for ages 6 to adult on June 17, 18 and 19) Chess: Learn and Play Come learn chess or play this strategic game. You can win a chess set if you are one of the best six players. Michael Goldstein, Washington DC (for all ages on June 17) Compassion Learn Anne Frank’s story and how she gained insight into the creative process through her father’s photography. Although the Nazis were killing and terrorizing her Jewish family, Anne felt that her inner self was like every other human being with hopes, fears and dreams. You are asked to write a verbal picture of yourself as you examine your facial expressions in the mirror, and then draw a visual self portrait. You will share your verbal and visual self- portraits to celebrate human diversity. Maureen McNeil, The Anne Frank Center USA, New York, New York (ages 7 to 17 and adults on June 17) Creativity and Cloud Computing Connect with your peers in Sweden and express your dream. Christer Edman, Creman Innovation, Järfälla, Sweden (for ages 8 to 16 on June 17, 18 and 19) Creativity Stations Ten creativity professors and graduate students from the International Center for Studies in Creativity, Buffalo State University, Buffalo, New York, will host ten min-creativity stations to explore and nurture your creativity. Face Yourself: Light and Shadow Engage both sides of the brain by creating silhouettes to make a collage. Lisa Brown and Claudia Jean Hill, Watchung, New Jersey (ages 14 to 16 on June 18) Fight Against AIDS/HIV Stigmatization of Children Ochieng Mathew, Administrator, Uganda Martyrs Namilyango Junior Boys School, Kampala, Uganda (for ages 12+ and adults on June 18 and 19) ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 10
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    Gardening with Kids Combinescience, art, and nature to overcome “nature deficit disorder” and experience how interesting and inspiring the outdoors can be. Julia Parker-Dickerson, National Gardening Association, South Burlington, Vermont [in collaboration with the U.S. Botanical Gardens] (for ages 5 to 14 on June 17 and 18) Mandala Creativity Open your creative flow by using basic structures of art to tap into your imagination. Mandala represents the self, allowing a simple circle to provide foundation for internal expression. First you create individual Mandala on paper then group Mandala on canvas. Melissa Ayr, abstract artist and founder, Scribbles Arts, South Lake, Texas (ages 6 to 12 on June 18) Megaphone Project Twenty-five striking red megaphones of different shapes and sizes recreate the childhood miracle of wireless tincan telephones and the joyful manipulation of voices that that are naturally reinforced through simple acoustics. Madeleine Flynn and Tim Humphrey, The Megaphone Project, Melbourne, Australia Paint Your Belief What is your most important belief and can you paint it? Artist Antje Tesche-Mentzen, Munich, Germany to lead this project which will be filmed by the German TV ZDF (for ages 4 to 16 on June 18) Puppets and Coloring Book (Marvel, Believe, Care) Dr. Jennifer Bryson from The Witherspoon Institute and Steve Artley, cartoonist, MakeBelieveCare Save Your Voice Learn how to gain good posture, breathe correctly, open your throat, and have fun singing in a healthy way. Chrissellene G. Petropoulos, President, Vocal Mastery, Inc., Potomac, Maryland The Living City: Dreaming Green for Our Bright Future Use re-purposed materials and found objects to design and create a visionary urban center. Linda Cato, Tucson, Arizona and U.S. Green Building Council, Washington, DC (ages 11+ on ALL DAY June 17, 18 and 19) ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 11
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    Sports for Kids P.E.Teacher Mr. Erkin Ates, Ozel Izmir Sev Elementary School, Izmir, Turkey (for ages xxx on June 17, 18 and 19) Taekwondo with an Olympian Exercise with Arlene Limas, the 1998 Olympic Gold Medal winner in Taekwondo and a 5th Degree Black Belt in American Taekwondo. Walking: Human Body is Made for it A discussion and demonstration by Dr. James Levine of the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota What Children Believe Art and cognition activity by German artist and sculptor Antje Tesche-Mentzen to be filmed by German TV ZDF Kids’ social network that is fun, safe and free Your World: Early Learner Dr Edna Ranck and Dr. Jean Simpson, World Organization for Early Education-USA (for ages 2 ½ to 6 on June 17, 18 and 19). You create two pictures that reflect your world, then explain your pictures to others. Keep one picture and learn about the lives of other kids by exchanging the other with someone you would like to be your friend. United States Coast Guard The United States Coast Guard will have its own pavilion on The National Mall throughout the three-day WCF to provide training on saving lives and conduct physical activities CHILDREN’S VOICES Workshops by Children for Children (32 children are being interviewed and selected to host workshops on what they are most passionate about) Cymia Learn about bullying and how to stop it from the 12-year old singer from Atlanta, Georgia ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 12
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    Rebecca Rauch-Thane How to organize your ideas to write a book? Learn creative writing from Rebecca Rauch-Thane of Key Biscayne, Florida - author of “The Magical Island of Santa Maria”. Twelve year old Rebecca is working on her second book. Teruhito Sekine Twelve year old Arts Olympiad winner from Tokyo, Japan will discuss his earthquake and tsunami experience and its aftermath. Learn how a fifteen-year old African-American from Oakland, California Tyler Thompson became a Chinese opera star with the Great Wall of China Youth Orchestra Festival Closing Ceremony: Drum, Dance and Dream for Peace At the close of the WCF at 4:10 pm on June 19 the participants will come together to drum for peace. Starting at 3:00 pm drumming exercises and lessons will take place under the direction of Jean Campbell, founder, World Dreams Peace Bridge (All ages on June 19 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm) The WCF’s educational programming is based on the ICAF’s Peace through Art methodology*, which defines the following sequential themes for the three-day event: Environment + Health Day (Friday, June 17) Instruction is informational, spotlighting common concerns shared by children Creativity + Imagination Day (Saturday, June 18) Learning is participatory, kindling children’s inherent talents and potential Peace + Leadership Day (Sunday, June 19) Training is inspirational, urging children to build creative and healthy communities WCF Education Partners The Anne Frank Center USA Andrus Children ‘s Center Arts for Global Development Children’s Art Village Fermata Arts Foundation First International Conference on Art Illustration and Visual Culture in Infant and Primary Education International Center for Studies in Creativity International Society for Education through the Arts (InSEA) J. Craig Venter Institute Life Pieces to Masterpieces Melody Street President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition’s President’s Challenge program SIGNIS - World Catholic Association for Communication Soul Pop U OMEP-USA - World Organization for Early Childhood Education WCF International Partners Ministries of Education: Costa Rica, Cyprus, Kuwait, Mauritius, Oman and Saudi Arabia, for example UNESCO National Commissions: Azerbaijan, Lebanon, Nigeria, Peru and Tanzania, for example Draft Festival Site Plan Cultural Institutions: Conaculta in Mexico and PNG National Museum in Papua New Guinea, for example Educational Organizations: Canal Futura in Brazil and the University of Grenada in Spain, for example NGOs: Searag in Egypt and Talents for the New Millennium in Belarus, for example Arts Organizations: China, India, Indonesia, Liberia, Turkey and Russia, for example ICAF Representatives: Argentina, Germany, Japan and Uganda ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080Foster Peace, The Lancet, Vol. 368, December 2006 * Development of Children’s Creativity to │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 13
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    Your support canmake the World Children’s Festival worthy of our children www.icaf.org/support/ ICAF │ 2540 Virginia Avenue, NW │ Washington, DC 20037 │ T: +1 202 530 1000 │ F: +1 202 5301080 │ W: www.icaf.org │ E: wcf@icaf.org Page | 14