Rob.Bates@asuvax.asu.edu (Rob Bates) (06/06/89)
AUSTRALIAN PM HAWKE SUPPORTS QUILT PROJECT (From Melbourne Star Observer #97 (C) 1989 OZ Media Ltd) The Australian AIDS memorial Quilt Project has received a message of support from the Prime Minister. "AIDS is an international epidemic of frightening proportions," the message reads. "Many people have died from the disease or suffered the loss of a loved one. But great challenges always seem to bring out the best in people. "As scientists strive to meet the challenge of finding a cure for AIDS, others are showing the enormous human capacity for coping with great personal tragedies. "AIDS memorial quilts commemorate those who have died and acknowledge the dedication of their carers. "Through the Names Project all who have suffered are symbolically joined and I am pleased to add my support to this international affirmation of human compassion and caring." The Victorian (state) Quilt Project is holding monthly working bees at St Mark's Church Hall, the next being on June 21 from 7.30pm. Donations of material, sewing machines and etc can be made by phoning Sonja at VIVAIDS on 417-1466. Commercial venues are also being asked to help support the quilt by distributing leaflets and making donations. The Quilt Project is making available both actual quilt panels and specially made "mini-quilts" for display in venues as "a good way to get our message across." Rob -- Uucp: ...{gatech,ames,rutgers}!ncar!noao!asuvax!stjhmc!3!634!381.1!Rob.Bates Internet: Rob.Bates@p1.f381.n634.z3.fidonet.org