We knew our youth would pull it off. The recently concluded Goan Youth
Convention in San Francisco, California, July 2-4, 2011, put together and
executed by youth was not merely a stunning success, but a flawless effort,
surpassing what companies and professional groups do, exceeding our high
expectations and meeting all the convention's goals. The convention was
organized by youth and self-funded through fund-raisers, donors and youth
attendees - not a penny from grants, governments or political patronage.
Reports and an e-souvenir will follow in due course.
>From a 9 year-old to youth in their 30's, this youth convention was one for
>the ages. It was amazing to see such an incredible level of youthful energy
>and enthusiasm. And there is even better news. A second Goan Youth convention
>under the Goa Sudharop umbrella is scheduled to be held in Goa in December
>2012 ("Coming home to Goa"), bringing together Goan youth from around the
>world to connect with youth in Goa. Details to follow.
We often think our youth almost walk on water. On the wings of our ancestors,
fueled by a love for the motherland (Goa), and with parental navigation, they
are now ready to take flight. Soon they will fly.
Goa Sudharop
www.goasudharop.org
