August 2013 - Global Foundation for Democracy and Development

Monthly Archives: August 2013

GFDD honorary President Negotiates Support to Further Develop the Film Industry and Other Technology-related Innovations for the Benefit of the Dominican Republic
The former President of the Dominican Republic and honorary President of Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD) and Fundación Global Democracia y Desarrollo (FUNGLODE), Dr. Leonel Fernández, has conducted important contacts in both Miami, and Chicago, in order to secure technical advice and financial support to help develop the film industry and promote technological innovations in his country.

Jon Bowermaster to be Guest of Honor of III DR Environmental Film Festival
GFDD/FUNGLODE, is pleased to announce the participation of renowned environmentalist Jon Bowermaster as a Guest of Honor at the III DR Environmental Film Festival to be held September 4 – 8, 2013.

GFDD, FUNGLODE and the Puerto Plata Tourism Cluster Present the III Edition of the DR Environmental Film Festival
On Friday August 23, 2013, the III Edition of the DR Environmental Film Festival was announced at a press conference held in the government offices of Puerto Plata. The Festival, to be held from September 4-8, will take place in eight cities: Santo Domingo, Santiago de los Caballeros, Puerto Plata, Punta Cana, San Francisco de Macorís, Baní, San Juan de la Maguana and Sosúa at a total of 19 venues.

Renowned filmmakers Lucy Walker and Yann Arthus-Bertrand participate as Guests of Honor during the III DR Environmental Film Festival
On August 12, GFDD/FUNGLODE are delighted to announce the participation of this year’s Guests of Honor at the III DR Environmental Film Festival (September 4-8, 2013), namely two-time Academy Award nominated British film maker Ms. Lucy Walker and the reputed French photographer, journalist, reporter and environmentalist, Mr. Yann Arthus-Bertrand.

GFDD and FUNGLODE in Association with the Perelló Cultural Center present the third edition of the Dominican Environmental Film Festival in Baní
The third edition of the Dominican Environmental Film Festival (DREFF) will take place September 4 to 8 in eight cities: Santo Domingo, Santiago de los Caballeros, Puerto Plata, Punta Cana, San Francisco de Macoris, Baní, San Juan de la Maguana and Sosúa. The event will be held in a total of 19 movie theaters, with an interesting program for schools, universities and all communities.

Former President Fernández Promotes the Development of Dominican Cinema in the United States
This past Monday, the former President of the Dominican Republic and honorary President of Global Foundation for Democracy and Development (GFDD), and Fundación Global Democracia y Desarrollo (FUNGLODE), Dr. Leonel Fernández, visited the Maurice Kanbar Film and Television Institute of the Tisch School of Arts at New York University, one of the most prestigious schools of cinema.

Follow DREFF’s New Blog
As the III Dominican Republic Environmental Film Festival (DREFF) rapidly approaches (the event is taking place on September 4-8, 2013), GFDD is actively seeking to engage Dominicans in the run up to this exciting event which aims to awareness and deepen the understanding of environmental issues among Dominican audiences.

Announcement of Change of UN Accreditation Status for GFDD and FUNGLODE
On July 18, 2013, within the framework of Substantive Session of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) held at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Global Foundation for Democracy and Development was officially granted special consultative status with ECOSOC.

Michael Lennard
Chief of International Tax Cooperation and Trade in the Financing for Development Office of the United Nations

Taxes Are an Antidote to Aid Dependence and a Solution to Sustainable Growth Says United Nations Official during GFDD’s Global Roundtable
Michael Lennard, Chief of International Tax Cooperation and Trade in the Financing for Development Office (FfDO) of the United Nations, joined GFDD at its broadcast program for an interesting discussion on international tax matters, and asserted that taxes are an antidote to aid dependence and a solution to sustainable growth.