Por Espanol: Promesa Continua 2009 -- USNS Comfort

Saturday, May 2, 2009

Dominican Republic accomplishments


On the ground in Dominican Republic, our team was invited by U.S. Embassy Consular Section to participate in their leadership day to conduct a community relations project in Mirador Norte. We had the wonderful opportunity to work alongside Dominicans and the State Department team picking up litter, learning about reforestation and renovating playground equipment. We were able to meet new friends and reiterate our promise to be a valued partner in the Americas.

We had the opportunity to provide a superb humanitarian organization IDDI (Instituto Dominicano de Desarrollo Integral) in Dominican Republic . Five children’s bicycles were donated via Project Handclasp and more than 200 children entered an art contest, with the top five receiving the bikes. The children are part of a learning center program to continue to develop them and promote a positive learning environment.

Our Dominican Republic mission was extremely successful, we had the opportunity to work closely with many Dominican healthcare professionals, Dominican Navy and local engineers. The people of Dominican Republic are very appreciated of our hard work and continue to be outstanding partners to assist United States of America in our efforts to enhance security, stability and prosperity for all in the Americas.

"Ha sido un honor a servir al pueblo dominicano durante Misión Promesa Continua Dos mil Nueve. El equipo del USNS COMFORT y Los Estados Unidos de América, les agradecemos por ser tan fieles compañeros y amigos."

As always we must give great thanks to our partners who have provided health care professionals, educators and donations from Project HOPE, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, University California San Diego Pre-Dental Society, Rotary International, Project Handclasp and the United States Public Health Service. We could not have been as successful if it wasn’t for your unselfish efforts and continued humanitarian service around the world.


CAPT Bob Lineberry
Mission Commander
CONTINUING PROMISE 09

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