Children's Peace Monument Origami Paper Cranes

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 5:30 PM until 7:00 PMEastern Daylight Time UTC -04:00

Children's Peace Monument Origami Paper Cranes
1125 Risman Dr.
Kent, OH 44242
United States

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Event Information:

Hosted by: Office of Global Education
Age Restriction: None
About the Organization: The Children's Peace Monument was built to commemorate Sadako Sasaki and the thousands of other innocent children who died due to the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. When Sadako was two years old, the atomic bomb was dropped, and she was exposed at home about 1.7 kilometers from the hypocenter. Even though she had no apparent injuries soon after the bombing, ten years after the bombing, she was suddenly hospitalized for leukemia. After eight months in the hospital, she died surrounded by her family. In the hospital, she continued to fold orizuru (paper cranes) with her desire to get well. The story of Sadako and orizuru has spread around the world. Today, orizuru is known as a symbol of peace.
Volunteer Tasks: Volunteers will learn to fold origami paper cranes and will make as many as possible during the time period; the goal is to send 1,000 paper cranes to the Children's Peace Monument. Several volunteers who are comfortable using a needle and thread will be asked to help string the cranes together into bundles.

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Registration Information: First Name* Last Name* Email Address* Mobile Phone (you will receive a text message reminder closer to your volunteer shift) What year did you graduate from Kent State? (if applicable) Kent State Affiliation* Kent State Affiliation* Alumni Student Faculty/Staff Friend Child Under 18 Would you like a Flashes Give Back Week T-shirt?* PLEASE NOTE: T-shirts are available until Thursday, March 13, or while supplies last. Address* Address* Country Street City Region Postal Code Are you interested in serving as a site leader for this project? Site leaders serve as the primary contact on the day of the volunteer opportunity, handle check-in and the distribution of T-shirts. Are you interested in serving as a site leader for this project? Site leaders serve as the primary contact on the day of the volunteer opportunity, handle check-in and the distribution of T-shirts. Yes No Kent State University is committed to making its work environment, programs and activities accessible for individuals with disabilities. Please indicate if you need accommodations to fully participate in this event by contacting alumni@kent.edu or through the text box below: fgbw_accessibility

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