 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
UWABA seek support for Cycling Information Centre in Dar es Salaam
2007-08-11
UWABA (Umma wa Wapanda Baisikeli Dar es Salaam) is a grassroots campaign group campaigning for better conditions for cyclists in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, supporting cyclists' rights and promoting cycling as a means of transport. All UWABA members cycle in Dar es Salaam as an everyday means of transport. UWABA is an NGO fully registered with the Tanzanian Government.
UWABA has been operating actively for a year and a half without any financial assistance except contributions from members, the majority of whom are very poor and can afford to contribute very little. UWABAare now seeking a small amount of funding to support the establishment of an information centre on cycling issues in Dar es Salaam.
This would be a small room facing the street in an area known for its many cyclists, with notice boards, shelves with information and documents and a few benches. The vast majority of UWABA members and cyclists have poor English and no access to the internet so translations to Swahili and printed publications would be neccessary to make the information accessible to all. UWABA members working in the next door cycle repair workshop would provide daily oversight of the centre.
financial support is sought in the region of US$500 to cover an initial rental advance, the purchase of a goods transport cycle to hire and cover future rental costs, and the printing of materials.
If you can help to support this initiative or would like further information please contact:
Elaine Baker
Secretary, UWABA
Email: uwabadar@yahoo.co.uk
More details about UWABA and their work can be found at:
http://www.geocities.com/UwabaDar (for the English language version click English on the top right).
