All FEZANA Member Associations and Small Groups:

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Updated information: 

Based on the above resolution we are pleased to announce that the FEZANA 4WZYC2007 Travel Subsidy Committee has agreed to initiate the following revised course of action.

1. DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS EXTENDED TO 31 MAY 2007
2. Increase the subsidy amount to $ 500 per applicant.  Matching subsidy remains at $250 minimum.
3. Include Youth from the SMALL GROUPS, provided the Small Group is willing to offer matching subsidy.
4. Total Budget of $ 10,000.00 (per Atlanta AGM) remains unchanged.

So far we have 10 applications, including 3 from SMALL GROUPS. They will all get the increased subsidy amount. There are only 10 more subsidies available on first come first serve basis.

You may apply even if you have not registered for the 4WZYC2007 yet; we will help you with your registration.

The $ 500 + $ 250 = Total $ 750 should cover the registration fees which includes stay for the Congress Days.  So please take advantage of this increased subsidy amount, once you have the okay from your Association for the matching subsidy.

Please review the attached and forward as needed to your youth members:

• Updated Subsidy Procedure Document
• Subsidy Application Form

We look forward to receiving your selected young Zarathushtis soon.

If you have any questions, please contact the Committee co-chairs, Firdosh Mehta, and Anahita Daryushnejad.

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Please forward your applications or any questions to Homi Gandhi at President@ZAGNY.org by May 25th 2007. All information regarding the congress is available through the FEZANA website http://www.fezana.org/.  Registration for the congress and payment of all fees and all travel arrangements and expenses are the responsibility of each individual planning to attend 4WZYC.   Proof of registration and completion of all formalities will be required before the subsidies can be disbursed. 

Dear friends,

Last weekend we lost a very dear friend and community member, Khorshed Jungalwala, who succumbed to her illness after a long battle with cancer. Khorshed had contributed in numerous ways to building our community with her volunteerism and vision.

A Memorial meeting is to be held at noon on Sunday, May 20th, at the Arbab Rustam Guiv Darbe Mehr, 106 Pomona Road, Suffern, NY 10901 (Directions can be found here). The memorial meeting will be preceded by a set of short prayers.

Friends desiring to say a few words about Khorshed and their association with her will have an opportunity to address the group.

Homi D. Gandhi,
President, ZAGNY

Dear Jungalwala family and friends,

During our numerous long conversations on ‘phone, Khorshed always reminded me of that often quoted phrase, “it takes a village to raise a child”. Khorshed, a small group of that “village” is represented here today to say “Goodbye” to you. Khorshed, you have been loved and revered by all who live in that village and by those who have even came remotely in contact with you.

Our close relationship developed when our sons started studying in the Boston area and then combined with my wife and Khorshed’s common interests in Zoroastrian studies and literature, it resulted in deep appreciation for each other. But it was during the last 6 years when I came to appreciate the qualities of this great lady when we started working together in spreading the message of “One World Body” after her tireless efforts to develop an impartial “World Body Working Group” report. Although that dream of “One World Body” did not materialize, she always said that it might be achieved when we will become a little wiser in the years to follow and when the next generation will take it up where we had left. I trust and hope Khorshed that someday that dream of yours will crystallize.

On behalf of the New York Zoroastrian community and ZAGNY Board of Directors, I offer our sincere condolences to you Firoze, Ferzin, Jehangir, and all family members. Khorshed, we all will miss you but will make sure that your legacy will not be forgotten and we will try to pass on that torch to our future generations.

On behalf of the New York Zoroastrian community,

Homi D. Gandhi
President, ZAGNY

Dear Friends and Family:
 
It is with great sadness and deep regret that I share the news of our dear mother and wife, Khorshed’s passing.  She has ended her long battle with cancer however it did not defeat her fighting spirit.   She had passed on 5/12/07 Saturday early morning at 1:20 a.m.  She was 67 years old.  Funeral and cremation arrangements are being made at the Ducketts Funeral home in Sudbury, Massachusetts, 978-443-5777.   This information along with other details will be posted on www.jungalwala.com.  Please check the website for further details. 
 
Thank you all for all your support and prayers through these long months.  

Firoze, Ferzin, Jehangir, Rajan, Pam, and Davin

Hi Everyone,

Just a reminder to mark your calendars for next week –  Don’t miss Jackie & The Beanstalk!!

Jackie & The Beanstalk: A New Urban Fairytale with a South Bronx Twist!!!
That lovable children’s play about asthma, the environment, and civic engagement, is coming back to its home in the South Bronx this May.

There will be THREE SHOWS ONLY:
Friday, May 18 @  11:00 am and 7:30 pm
&
Saturday, May 19 @ 1 pm

THE POINT
940 Garrison Ave.
Hunt’s Point, South Bronx
(6 train to Hunt’s Point Ave)
 
Ticket Info: 718-542-4139

• $10 General Public
• $5 Students, Seniors, Hunt’s Point Residents

http://www.thepoint.org/
http://www.artivista.org/
 
***After the Saturday matinée show, we will host a COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR!
 
2-5 PM Saturday : FREE Community Health Fair 
Local organizations and service providers will be present with information about various health care services and programs in the Bronx, public health insurance enrollment, healthy shopping and cooking demonstrations for families on a budget, yoga demonstrations to facilitate deep breathing and de-stressing, low cost animal care, and much, much more!!! 
 
We hope you will join us in our mission to use circus theater to enchant and engage young audiences and to promote social change. 
 
Jackie is after more than beans as she battles asthma and a giant petrochemical company while trying to hold on to her dreams in this delightfully funny, environmentally-conscious theatrical event.

A fast-moving feast for the eyes, this production features stunning feats of acrobatics, aerial dance and all around fun for all ages! 
 
Many thanks for all your support, and as always, you can find updates on what I’m doing on my website: http://www.artivista.org/
Artivism people, artivism!!!
 
Lots of Love
~ Kayhan
http://www.artivista.org/

MANHATTAN MULTICULTURAL COUNSELING, in COLLABORATION WITH IUAES* ANNOUNCES A SPECIAL SUMMER DAY CAMP For TEENS

JUNE 18 - JULY 28 / 2007

In MANHATTAN and at the UNITED NATIONS

MANHATTAN MULTICULTURAL COUNSELING offers an educational program in a safe, warm, and diverse community for you and your children from ages 13 to 18 years old.

FOR STUDENTS:

• You will have a FANTASTIC SUMMER.
• You will participate in outdoor and indoor activities.
• You will visit NY City Museums, field trips, and much more.
• You will read, write, and tell stories.
• You will have an opportunity to become an intern with IUAES for The United Nations / UNICEF.

FOR PARENTS:

• Your child will learn in the BEST warm and supportive environment. And continue to have a healthy and happy summer.

If you are interested in your TEENS having this opportunity, please contact us for more information about our programs and our weekly and monthly prices.

Spaces are limited.  Please call Mahroo at (212) 388-8191 or cell (646) 420-6633 for an interview.

303 West 42nd Street
Suite 401-402
New York City, NY 10036
(212) 388-8191
Email: mhsmmc@yahoo.com

* IUAES: International Union of Anthropological and Ethnological Sciences.

** This is not a ZAGNY-sponsored Event **