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March 29, 2001 Two-way broadcast brings together participants at the Indigenous Summit of the Americas and the Human Rights Commission March 29, 2001--New York-- Global Nomads Group (GNG) and the World Trust Foundation (WTF) have teamed up to conduct a live, two-way broadcast on 30 March, 2001, at 9 a.m. E.S.T , between participants at the Indigenous Summit of the Americas in Ottawa, and the Human Rights Commission in Geneva. The interactive broadcast conference will allow participants in both events to discuss current issues relating to indigenous people, while being separated by thousands of miles. Topics of discussion will include the Digital Divide, Intellectual Property, Human Rights, and bridging the gap between northern and southern hemispheres. While aimed primarily as a means to link two similar interest groups at two separate locations, the conference will also be made accessible to the general public via Internet. On the day of the conference, individuals linking to www.summitoftheamericas.com will be able to follow dialogues between speakers and ask questions. Global Nomads Group and the World Trust Foundation say they expect this collaboration to open the door to more joint projects over the course of the year 2001. About Global Nomads Group Created in 1998, Global Nomads Group is a 501c(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting cross-cultural dialogue and understanding among youth. Using videoconferencing and satellite communications technology, GNG moderates conferences between K-12 classes in different countries, organizes virtual lectures, and conducts remote broadcasts from the world's historical and cultural sites. About the World Trust Foundation The World Trust Foundation (WTF) is dedicated to the protection and preservation of humanity and the environment through the conscientious use of education and technology. WTF's mission is to create projects that provide a balanced educational approach that informs and enlightens adults and children alike. The World Trust Foundation brings convergence media to the twenty-first century classroom in order to meet this challenge of facilitating environmental and humanitarian solutions. Through technology and education, the World Trust Foundation hopes to guarantee future generations a safe and healthy place to live. |
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