Global Seed Savers recently hosted a special Happy Hour event in the heart of Washington DC, and it was an evening filled with meaningful connections and shared enthusiasm for our mission. We were fortunate to have our Founder and CEO alongside dedicated members of our US Board Treasurer Sean Duncan and US Board Member Susan Mathew in attendance. Special thanks to Sean who graciously provided his office space as the perfect backdrop for our gathering.
With 25 attendees, largely connected through Sherry’s network of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and friends, the event was a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness about our work and mission. We see it as laying the essential groundwork for future support and funding from the vibrant DC communities and generous donors who share our commitment to saving seeds and growing food.
During her visit to Washington DC, Sherry also had the pleasure of visiting the Philippines Embassy. There, she met with Mark Lim of the Diplomacy office and had a tour of an event space at the Embassy available for Philippines organizations to use – a prospect we’re considering for a future event. Sherry also engaged with Lupino J. Lazaro, Jr., the Agriculture Counsellor of the Embassy, who, having previously worked with the FAO in Rome, showed significant interest and support for our work. Notably, his younger colleague, Jame Escalante, the Agriculture Assistant, eagerly attended our happy hour the following day, expressing a strong desire to support our mission. These connections are invaluable steps towards expanding our network and impact in the DC area!
Sherry with DC based US Board Susan Mathew and Sean Duncan
Sherry at the Philippines Embassy with Mark Lim Public Diplomacy Section
Sherry Meeting the Agriculture Counserlor at the Embassy
Philippines Retruned Peace Corps Volunteers and Staff Gathered at the Event
