New non profit Falling Whistles is seeking interns for the fall and continuing their efforts to spread the story of child soldiers in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In addition to interning, the organization encourages young people to spread the story by hosting awareness events and wearing a whistle as a symbol of protest.
According to the organization’s website, the ongoing conflict in the Congo has lasted over ten years and resulted in over 6 million dead. In this region, children are forced to be child soldiers. According to the organization, if the children are too young to hold a weapon, they are given a whistle and sent to the frontlines of the fight. The lessening cries of a whistle indicate to rebel leaders, the extent of the fighting. Mineral trade is a definite factor in the instability of the region.
Founder Sean Carasso was traveling in the DRC in 2007 when he learned of this situation. He began to tell the story upon his arrival back home and the non profit was formed. Melissa Chambers, a recent college grad, shares why she wears a whistle.
The movement is fueled by people who wear the whistles to spark the attention of others, and spread the story. The organization is also in the process of networking options with community leaders in this war torn area, to aid the escaped child soldiers.
This process is funded by whistle sales. To help spread awareness, you can host a speakeasy by emailing david@fallingwhistles.com. For more information and a history of the conflict, visit www.fallingwhistles.com
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