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Findoutat Bridging The Water Gap
An International Water Conference
In celebration of the United Nations' Decade for Action: "Water For Life" (2005 - 2015)
April 15-17, 2005
Eisenhower Conununity Center, Hopkins, MN
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Highlights
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~ Walk the Water Labyrinth
oj Hopkins Fire Dept Water Demos
oj National Theatre for Children
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~ The Million Voice Choir
~ Workshops, speakers, exhibits
~ Panel discussions
~ Activities for the whole family!
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Featured Presentations
Maude Barlow, Author Blue Gold;
Masaru Emoto, Water Crystal
Researcher; Donna Goodman,
Earth Child Institute; Gyuto Monk
Performance; Tyrone Hayes, PhD,
The Frog Man; Dan Kammen, PhD,
Global Warming; Wtlliam Marks,
Researcher and author;
Fred Alan Wolf, PhD, Quantum
Physicist from hit film What the
Bleep Do We Know?
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Conference Hours
Friday 5:30-10pm
Saturday 9-1Opm
Sunday 9-5:30pm
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In recognition of The United Nations'
Decade for Action: "Water For Life" (2005-2015)
Bridging The Water Gap
is an interactive International Water Conference
at Eisenhower Community Center Hopkins, Minnesota, April 15-17 2005.
What Is The Conference Purpose?
All life is dependent upon water. Bridging the Water Gap will join
ecologists, writers, musicians, artists, researchers, quantum
physicists, philosophers and educators to discuss the many issues
surrounding the state of water on our planet. This gathering is a
celebration that will expand public awareness regarding water. The
conference will provide presentations and workshops in the fields of
innovative technology, management practices and policies to help
improve the supply and quality of global freshwater resources.. The
conference will focus on providing tools to develop and encourage
efficient, equitable use of water. Water has the potential of being
our unifying factor.
Why Is The Conference Important?
Global signs of stress and strain on life's most precious resource,
water, are evident with the increasing demands of our growing
industrialized population. . The challenges of increased use and
decreased supply of fresh water create heightened tension between
countries and cultures. This tension has become apparent in all
sectors of society. Pressure, on water as a resource, affects
individual health, food production and safety, municipal water
treatment systems, degradation of ecosystems, industrial production
and energy utilization. We all pay the heavy cost for the shrinking
fresh water supply. Water is the great equalizer. No one person
needs water more than another. Bridging the Water Gap will
provide beneficial information for the conservation, use and
preservation of this vital resource.
Who Is The Target Audience Of The Conference?
There will be a grand diversity of people in attendance at this
conference. Students, professors, administrators, professionals,
policy makers, curiosity seekers, activists, environmentalists, clergy,
government officials, business people, teachers, children, artists,
gardeners, outdoor enthusiasts, authors, scientists, sanitation
workers, researchers, politicians, philanthropists, seniors, families,
alternative medicine providers, vendors, advocates, allopathic health
care providers, community leaders, and anyone who uses water from
any social or racial background will find information, discussion,
ideas, tools, art, provocative thought and a fresh perspective on
water. In exploring the wonders of water, the initial endeavor of
AquaEssence ReSource occurred in May 2004. This endeavor was
presenting Masaru Emoto as he discussed his work on The Hidden
Messages in Water. His work was featured on KARE 11 news and
the presentation itself had an outstanding attendance.
Similar water conferences have attracted as many as 10,000
participants. This conference will bring to the region, global
attention from business, governmental and non-governmental
organizations (NGOs), and private endeavors.
We anticipate attendance of over 3,000
What Are The Outcomes Of The Conference?,
Education
To introduce ideas and concepts
important nature of water In
contemporary cultures.
concernfng the
indigenous and
Research Development
To bring into focus the current topical research on water
as an energy source, necessary commodity and revered
instrument of life.
Public Awareness
To bring, to an eager public, new technologies for clean
water solutions and raise awareness regarding the
historical significance of water in all cultures.
Discussion
To create a forum for information exchange between
previously isolated groups, formation of enlightened
public policy and to assist corporate and private
businesses to develop positive attitudes and policies
toward water utilization.
Celebration
To honor water's importance through ceremonies
practiced by a variety of groups and indigenous people
across the world.
Exchange
To provide an opportunity for dialogue between
scientific, educational and spiritual leaders to share
information that brings understanding to the community
with regard to fundamental water issues.
How Will We Utilize The Power Of Inspiration?
Bridging The Water Gap involves the creation and use of
inspiration. Literally, the 'drinking in' of spirit to assist change in
each individual's internal and external view. This conference will
provide the opportunity for new thought to occur from idea
exchange with persons out of one's usual sphere of interplay.
This experience will create changes in personal! corporate
perspectives through the use of traditional and non-traditional forms
of communication. A mixture of art, science, music, discussion,
introspection and spirituality (from indigenous to new thought), will
all be used at this event. Inspired individuals in organizations that
value innovation, qualified risk taking and the acceptance of change
as the universal constant can become the agent and master of those
concepts.
One inspired individual can accomplish more than 100 who are
asleep at their terminal. Each person, leaving with this internal
change, will act as a catalyst to others wanting to find the secret of
this inspiration. We cannot change the world alone. However, a
legion of souls can make an enduring difference!
What Will Conference Participants Take Away?
This conference will inspire social, environmental and political
change regarding our water's use and misuse. Each person will walk
away with the realization that, individually, they can make a
difference.
Inventors and innovators of clean water technology will leave with
renewed inspiration and ideas that bring their work to a new level of
advancement.
One person, given the tools to make a difference, can raise the
awareness of those around them. This happens by using the
opportunities presented as teachable moments. Once awareness is
elevated, individuals will realize the potential water has in unifying
us as human beings and can bring peace to the planet.