Save Lives: Why You Should Attend the Day of Awareness in Junín
This Saturday, October 19, at 4:30 p.m., the Plaza 9 de Julio in Junín will transform into a hub of hope, camaraderie, and some pretty serious discussions about organ donation. It’s all part of an initiative organized by the Ciudad Abierta Foundation, the Junin Regional Procurement Unit, Sebastian Torres, and the NGO Te Veo. And let’s be honest here: they didn’t invite me, but you’re definitely going to want to check it out!
The day’s agenda features an open radio segment where health professionals, organ donors, transplant patients, and family members will share their riveting (and sometimes absolutely gut-wrenching) experiences. You know, because nothing says ‘fun Saturday’ quite like hearing about the life-and-death struggles of individuals navigating the organ donation system! Just kidding—it’s essential conversation, and it might just save a life.
All of this is happening in honour of “World Organ, Tissue and Transplant Donation Day,” celebrated on October 14. It’s a reminder that there is a pressing need for organ donation awareness. Spoiler alert: People are out there waiting for transplants, and the success of those surgeries often hinges on people being willing to donate their organs. You know, as much as I love a good joke, some topics are dead serious.
Maximiliano Berestein, president of the Open City Foundation, stated, “We believe that it is very important to create a space to provide clear information to society on these issues.” No kidding, Maximiliano! It’s about time someone started explaining this stuff clearly. Personal testimony and real-world experiences are crucial here. You don’t want to be the person who thinks they can just donate a pizza instead of an organ. Trust me on this!
“A sensitive city is also built,” Berestein continues, “building the ability to put ourselves in the place of others.” Here’s where I could insert a cheeky remark about sensitivity—an issue I’d say is lacking in many city dwellers! But on a serious note, it’s vital for a community to respond to the needs of its most vulnerable members. If you’ve ever had a mate in need and no one stepped up, you know how frustrating that can be.
Berestein wraps up his remarks by thanking Lic. Mariana Parrucci from the Junin Regional Procurement Unit, Sebastian Torres (who’s apparently not just a chef but also a donor—talk about cooking up a good deed!), and Marcela Conde from the NGO Te Veo. It sounds like they’ve been burning the midnight oil organizing this event, and it’s sure to be a cracker of a day!
So, folks, if you’re in Junín this Saturday, why not make it a day out? Not only will you learn about the importance of organ donation, but there are also cultural and recreational activities lined up for everyone. This isn’t just another day on the calendar – it’s a chance to engage and contribute to something that could literally change lives.
Remember, attending this event is about more than just knowledge; as they say, knowledge is power! And in this case, it could very well be life-saving power. So, go on, embrace your inner empathetic human being, and bring a mate or three along! Your attendance could illuminate the path for someone desperately waiting for a second chance at life.
This Saturday, October 19, at 4:30 p.m. in the Plaza 9 de Julio in Junín, a day of visibility and awareness will be held on the importance of donating organs to save lives, organized by the Ciudad Abierta Foundation, the Junin Regional Procurement Unit , Sebastian Torres, and the NGO Te Veo.
During the day, an open radio will be held, where health professionals, organ donors, transplant patients, family members of donors, and other people will be interviewed who will tell their experiences around the topic. In addition, there will be cultural and recreational activities for people who come to participate.
This event will take place within the framework of “World Organ, Tissue and Transplant Donation Day” which was commemorated on October 14, and seeks to inform the community about the importance of raising awareness regarding this issue.
Maximiliano Berestein, president of the Open City Foundation, expressed that “we believe that it is very important to create a space to provide clear information to society on these issues. There are thousands of Argentines waiting to be transplanted and their lives, or the quality of their lives, depend on the empathy of the rest of the people. A sensitive city is also built, building the ability to put ourselves in the place of others, we hope with this activity to contribute a grain of sand in this sense.”
Finally, Berestein said: “On behalf of the Foundation, I want to thank Lic. Mariana Parrucci, coordinator of the Junin Regional Procurement Unit, Sebastian Torres, chef of the city and donor, and Marcela Conde from the NGO Te Veo, for adding all their experiences and knowledge in the organization of this activity.”
