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As most of you are already aware, heavy monsoon rains have triggered flooding that has left over 1,500 dead while countless are unaccounted for in Pakistan. Millions of homes in thousands of villages and towns across the country have been destroyed. According to UN reports, over 14 Million people have been affected by this disaster. Infrastructure such as power stations, roads, bridges, schools, agriculture wells, and drinking water hand pumps have been severely damaged or destroyed. Millions more are at risk from disease and further flooding.
The OPEN SV community has stepped up to help in the past when calamities struck Pakistan, including the Earthquakes in 2005 and 2007. Consider this an urgent appeal for much needed support to the flood victims of Pakistan. 
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OPEN is a voluntary, not-for-profit, inclusive organization, focused primarily on the promotion of entrepreneurship and business leadership in the Pakistani-American community. OPEN Silicon Valley community is several thousand-strong, and includes corporate professionals, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and banking professionals, social leaders, academics and students. OPEN Silicon Valley promotes entrepreneurship through regular mentorship and networking initiatives. Given the valley's leadership in technology and entrepreneurship, OPEN Silicon Valley has championed significant global initiatives, including supporting entrepreneurship and the technology sector in Pakistan. |
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Ever had a question about start up's or needed advice on career growth? OPEN 'Ask an Expert' is a free service bringing together industry and domain experts together with professionals or entrepreneurs looking for expert advice. Members can request sessions with experts for career guidance, mentorship, resume critiques, and startup advice. This service is open to all current members. To become an OPEN member, please sign-up. All 'Ask an Expert' sessions are held at the OPEN SV office at 440 N. Wolfe Rd, Sunnyvale, CA [Map]. To request an expert, click here If you are a P@SHA , Paksef , or IOPWE member from Pakistan please click here . |
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OPEN Silicon Valley's new website offers rich community features. Yes, we know you have connections via LinkedIn or Facebook. But OPEN offers a unique affinity with the community. By developing your connections, you will do YOUR bit in furthering a vibrant ecosystem of Pakistani American entrepreneurs and corporate professionals worldwide. The power of the online community is such that you will not be limited to Silicon Valley in your reach -- and impact! Create your profile now |
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