Subject: Funding Request for Travel to Present at Collegiate Pan-African Diasporian Dance Conference at Duke University 

Peace and Blessings

I hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. My name is Victoria Wanjiro M.Ed. I am an educator, birth worker, womb keeper and wholistic healer based in Ghana, West Africa. I am reaching out to seek support for my upcoming travel expenses to present at a collegiate Pan-African Diasporian dance conference in North Carolina.

The purpose of my attendance at this conference is to : 1. sharey research on the relationship between positive mental health dance 2. Promote the need for more healing arts programs 3. Deepen relationships between Americans and our West African extended family members.

Through my research, I have discovered the immense potential of dance as a powerful tool for healing the mind, body, and spirit. By sharing my knowledge and experiences at this conference, I aspire spread awareness on this powerful healing tool DANCE !

Outlined below are the key details regarding my planned participation:

1. Conference Name: Collegiate Diasporian Dance Conference
2. Conference Date: February 15-19th 2024
3. Location: North Carolina, United States

However, to realize this opportunity, I am in need of financial support to cover my travel expenses. It is my humble request for you to consider providing me with funding assistance. The estimated cost breakdown is as follows:

1. Airfare (Ghana to North Carolina, round trip): $2,000
2. Accommodation (during the conference duration): $800
3. Local Transportation (to and from the conference venue): $200
4. Meals and Incidental Expenses: $700
6. Miscellaneous Expenses: $300

Total Funding Requested: $4,000

I would be more than willing to provide a post-conference report, detailing the impact of attending this event and any ongoing collaborations that result from it.

Attached to this email, you will find my curriculum vitae Please feel free to reach out to me with any additional questions or requirements. I am grateful for your time and consideration in reviewing my funding request.

Thank you for your consideration 

Blessings,

Victoria Angelle Wanjiro Eley M. Ed.
Contact Details: +1-213-210-0413, theuniversalfamilynetwork@gmail.com