Dear Ingrid,

In 2005, Lisa Shannon was inspired by a television show spotlighting the horrific effects of war on the women of the DR Congo. That show featured Women for Women International and spoke about the process of sponsoring a woman in our program – a transformative experience for both the sister and her sponsor. From her home in Portland, Oregon, Lisa sprang into action.

Five years have passed since Lisa took one small action for women in the DR Congo. That one action has grown into a grassroots event series called Run for Congo Women. She is a noted activist and has published her first book, A Thousand Sisters, chronicling her inspiring journey to change lives and reinvent her own.

Tonight ABC World News will feature Women for Women International and Lisa Shannon. We hope that you tune in to watch the informative and inspiring piece.

Women for Women international 4455 Connecticut Ave NW Suite 200 Washington, DC 20008



Everyone! Check it out if you get a chance, or tivo it! This is television worth your time!

-Ingrid