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Domnic Fernandes continues (Part III) his reminiscence of
Mapusa of the 1950s
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I agree with the broad idea of Anthony. I hope genuine leader with vision,
ability and capacity will take a lead in the direction. Of
course modelities have to be worked out, all the minor details as expressed
by Anthony may not be feasible - however transparency of the cell and gaining
trust of the goan community is the key to success of the would
be 'goenkarancho sonngott" cell. However, his idea of having a Goan cell,
willing to help another Goan or community in need is realistic , positive and
possible. THIS IS THE NEED OF THE HOUR.
There are many goans, who are rich, who are in high and influential positions
in Kuwait. There are also those who are not rich or influential in terms of
money but surely rich in character and thought and willilng to help in their
own capacities. We need to blend the two and form a group or bring together
the existing loose groups and synergize. It's difficult to keep out some who
will be Judas though.
What is needed is a common feeling of brotherhood, which is unfortunately rare
to find. If we goans want to protect ourselves, our children and our future
generations to come from the onslaught of 'others', all goans are duty bound
to forget their egos, pride for greater good of goans - this is hard to do,
but surely not impossible.
There are two or more ways how this group can categorize it strategy of
achieving its goals :-
1. Self help ( help within Kuwait)
2. Govt. help ( help from goa /india govt - either through Indian Embassay or
through a goa govt. dept for NRG)
3. Others.
I would like to highlight some of the things in category 1 :- 'Self Help"
We can achieve this to a great extent. We can or can't ?
eg.
a) Office Jobs :
there are many goans who are looking out for job either because they have lost
their current job or because they have come on visit visa etc etc..
There are many goans who know of possible vacancies, or whose office
can employ this jobless goans. This goan cell can coordinate this. people who
need job vacancis can register here, and people who have jobs can advise this
cell etc..
b. Maids : Many goans working in offices etc need 'maids/helpers' as we call
them to help either cooking or cleaning house or taking care of children/baby
sitting or all the above etc etc.
- There are/maybe goan maids who looking for full time jobs, or part time
jobs or temporary jobs etc.
- There are/maybe many goan who need a maid either part time, full time or
temporary or even permanent.
again this office can help. modalities of salary, leave, timings etc can be
mutually agreed , safety and security of both become better. there are
difficulties, but can be sorted out.. can't it be done ?
c. Monetary help:
At times a goan may need some money to borrow temporarily/loan as he suddenly
has to go to goa/india on emergency ? if there is a fund - it can be utilized.
(of course we have to work on how best this can be done considering recovery
at times). At times there maybe a goan who cannot afford a air ticket back to
goa. this person maybe leaving without a job or in hardship etc... there
are/maybe goans who can donate for this "GOAN FUND" voluntary donation ought
and can be encouraged.
d. Accomodation:
Maybe a goan who come fresh or even lives here may need temporary/short
term accomodation : If anyone tell this cell about his desire or
availablity . this cell can help coordinate.
e. Transport :
Many goans need transport to go to work and they go by pvt transports provided
by transport companies, or 'others'. There are many goans who provide
transport in their own pvt cars etc.. this can be mutually beneficial . this
cell can coordinate.
f. Training :
Maybe a goan needs some help/suggestions in his current job.. maybe he/she
needs some training .. again this cell can advise or help coordinate ..
the above 6 things can be easily achieved by goan community living here
without any significant support from Govt. RIGHT ?
Regarding point no. 2 :
Agenda as expressed and discussed at recently held meeting of NRG (goa govt
delegation to kuwait) can be dealt with the govt.... . This is slow process,
and may take long and great efforts.. this too can be persued simultaneously
with the govt and kuwait embassy etc.
Some of the important and highlights relating to govt actions are
i) regarding recognition of goa university degrees
ii) re ECNR
iii) re air fares/ frequency of flights
iv) re tax on NRG deposits
v) re Higher eEducational opportunities for NRG children in india
vi) re Custom duty upon arrival
vii) etc..
This is written with a HOPE. A hope that someday this kind of cell will
emerge, which will be transparent, which will encourage and protect goans and
their interests. this celll is sought not to divide goans from others. this
kind of cell if based on solid and strong value of selfless service and
transparency will not only protect us but also improve goans image before the
world at large.
Am willing to part of this kind of group, and help in whatever capacity
possible.
amchear sogleanchear belsau poddum and sogleank dev boren korum
Best Regards,
Raul Carneiro
+965 6427764
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>Message: 12
>Date: Mon, 10 Apr 2006 23:06:53 -0400
>From: Blandino viegas
>
> Firstly, we have to reach to all Goans in Kuwait through advertisement.
>Pulished in Waseet and Distribute Pamplets and Stick Banners in Maliya. Inform
>Goans that New "NRI GOAN ASSOCIATION" is going to form. Everybody is welcome
>to join and say your suggestions in upliftment of Goans and Goa. Monthly
>Membership Fees must be KD.1.000 (One Kuwaiti Dinars only). 2 Times Meetings
>in a Month. One meeting on Friday and other Meeting on Sunday in the evening
>time.
>
> Anthony.
>
> Note: Please, if you find anything wrong in my idea, please Forgive Me!
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