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Education remains the key to unlocking the door to a world where dreams can become reality, and where hope can take flight. This belief drives my personal giving and the work we do through the Angel Network. It's why we build schools around the globe, empower women and support at-risk children.

Together, we can change the world—one child at a time.

Want to take action? Go to OprahsAngelNetwork.org

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  • Posted By: ojibwa @ 09/29/2008 8:18:18 AM

    The world is and will always be the same. Nobody can change it.
    Change can only come from the profound transformation of each and every individual.And that is no Guru's jobl

  • Posted By: WomenforWomen @ 09/23/2008 6:39:38 PM

    In addition to visiting the web sites of these fine organizations, you can also support them through the American Express Members Project with your vote by September 29. The winning organizations will reeive up to $1.5 millio. Read about Women for Women International's Members Project, Help Women and Children Suvivors of War and vote at www.womenforwomen.org/membersproject

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