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U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad and Ushalakshmi Breast Cancer Foundation organise Pink Ribbon Walk 2010

As part of International Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Ushalakshmi Breast Cancer Foundation and the U.S. Consulate General partnered to hold The Pink Ribbon Walk 2010 on Sunday, October 3rd from KBR Park at 6 a.m. The aim of the walk was to honor those women who have fought the illness with determination. It was also an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of regular exercise and an active lifestyle in reducing the risk of breast cancer. »
When America went to Vijayawada and Guntur

Staff from the U.S. Consulate General, Hyderabad, traveled to Vijayawada and Guntur to share a slice of American life with the citizens of Andhra Pradesh from September 14-16 2010. »
Malcolm Dalglish shares American folk music with his Dulcimer

U.S. folk musician Malcolm Daglish introduced the dulcimer to audiences throughout Hyderabad, September 6-8. His concerts and workshops reinforced the spirit of cultural exchange between India and the United States. »
Consul General Dhanani's maiden visit to Old City

Consul General Katherine Dhanani's maiden visit to the Old City during Ramzan festivities gave her an opportunity to experience true Hyderabadi hospitality and taste one of the finest Haleem's of the city, made at Pista House.
Acting Consul General hosts Iftar at her Residence

Despite a heavy downpour, 30 invitees made their way to the home of Acting Consul General and Public Affairs Officer Juliet Wurr to break their fast and share a meal together, August 25, 2010. »
Mike Daisey -The Agony and The Ecstasy of Steve Jobs

For two hours, Mr. Daisey held the attention of the 400 person audience. He doesn’t play the characters, but becomes the roles, of a spokesperson for the workers at Shenzen factories and for Apple aficionados.He played the ‘I’ obsession (I phone, I book, I pad) as he led his listeners through the dark behind-the-scenes of human rights abuses of China’s workers.
American monologue artist conducts workshop in Hyderabad

Mike Daisey, an American monologist, author and actor known for his full-length extemporaneous monologues, conducted a two-hour long workshop for artists from Samhaara, a theatre group from Hyderabad.
Tribute to Tagore-Spirit of Freedom Concert

Musicians from across two continents, Charlie Porter from Florida and Jaywant Naidu from Hyderabad created a video 'Tribute to Tagore' as a tribute to Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore on the eve of his 150th birth anniversary year. The video is an instrumental version of the Indian national anthem “Jana Gana Mana” played on trumpet and the “Jaywant Guitar,” a modified version of the Hawaiian Guitar.
Students commitment to social responsibility,order of the day: U.S. Speaker

“Youth in any society should feel a calling to a vocation called democracy,” said Michael Malahy Morris, Director for Community Learning and Public Service, University of New Mexico. Mr. Morris was on a three-day speaking tour to Hyderabad and Vijayawada (August 9 to 11) sponsored by the U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad. In both cities he introduced students to the concepts of social responsibility, youth participation and civic duty.
From Online to Offline: Consulate Staff interact with FB Members

A meeting organized by the U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad for its Facebook page members, August 6, really was a “face to face” for the first time. Despite a heavy downpour and traffic congestion, more than 30 Facebook members gathered at Beyond Coffee, Jubilee Hills to interact with each other and Consulate staff. And for a first effort, the event was a success.
US Special Envoy to Organisation for Islamic Conference Rashad Hussain in Hyderabad

Ambassador Rashad Hussain, Special Envoy to the Organization of the Islamic Conference and President Obamba’s representative on Muslim issues, spent a day in Hyderabad, August 4, 2010, meeting with political and religious figures, students, members of NGOs and the press, and intellectuals and academics. Ambassador Hussain listened to the views of the Hyderabadis he encountered and reiterated President Barack Obama’s commitment to engage with Muslim communities around the world
World Music Day

Hyderabad rocked on World Music Day, when the cities’ international cultural centers joined hands to bring world music to the twin cities on Saturday, June 19, 2010. Hyderabad’s Alliance Française, Goethe-Zentrum and the U.S. Consulate General, with support from Hyderabad Western Music Forum, Seagrams and Taj Deccan, presented a panoply of music genres to a very enthusiastic and diverse crowd.
Charlie Potter Jazz Quartet Live in Concert

In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, the US Consulate General in Hyderabad, brought in the Charlie Potter Jazz Quartet, through a partnership between Jazz at Lincoln Center and the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Workshop on "Dealing With Mixed Ability Classes"

Whoever said you're never too old to learn, was absolutely right. Learning should be a never-ending process and English Language Fellow Daniel Stead’s workshops for teachers reinforced that idea.
Interfaith Dialogue

Youth, researchers and religious scholars in Hyderabad exchanged views with American Islamic scholar Imam Mohamad Bashar Arafat on Islam and interfaith dialogue, May 1- 4, 2010. Imam Arafat’s lecture tour included dialogue with members of prominent NGOs such as COVA, the Islamic Research and Education Foundation (IREF), the Islamic seminary Madrasa Al-Mahad-ul Aali-Al-Islami and the interfaith organization Henry Martyn Institute
American Pianist Creates Magic in Hyderabad

American pianist Roman Rudnytsky’s touch on the grand piano produced the most uplifting of music for more than 250 Hyderabadi music lovers, February 28, 2010. Rudnytsky not only created magic with his interpretations, he shared information with his audience about the composers, characteristics of different styles and significance of the pieces.
Around America

On Saturday - April 24, 2010 - Public Affairs Officer Juliet Wurr spent time with little ones at a summer camp at Odyssey. PAO Wurr gave the children a brief introduction to America. She talked about President Obama, a few important states and also taught them a few fun American songs. This summer camp organized by the Sancta Maria International School was called 'Around The World' and was aimed at giving children a taste of few important nations around the world.
US Consulate Celebrates Earth Day

“Creative chaos” is what Public Affairs Officer Juliet Wurr told the media to describe the painting of environmentally-themed murals on the school walls. The U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad in cooperation the NGO Bhumi celebrated the 40th anniversary of Earth Day with students at Government High School in Rasoolpura.