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World Organization for Relief Logistics Development (WORLD)

WORLD Sourcing Logistics Items for Terrorist Tragedy Relief Operations

Toronto, September 21st, 2001 – The World Organization for Relief Logistics Development (WORLD) today published the following list of known items required to assist in relief agency operations in the wake of the terrorist tragedy in the United States.

• Lift gate trucks that can deliver into Manhattan
• Warehousing - both in the area and nationwide
• General transportation services into Manhattan
• Industrial refrigerators, ice machines or deliveries of ice
• Work clothes - boots, safety goggles, gloves, protective clothing, rain gear etc.
• Protective Masks ( Asbestos Grade/ Purple Cartridge )
• Communication specialists - the Red Cross needs e-mail capabilities
• Cell phones - approximately 100

If you can assist in the sourcing of any of these items, please contact us ASAP at volunteer@worldev.org . As well, WORLD still requires volunteer Logisticians to assist with our efforts both here around the world which are expected to climb dramatically due to the coming events in Afghanistan and the surrounding region. To volunteer, visit our Become a Volunteer (make link) page, complete the form and submit.

Regardless of your level in the profession, from student, to entry level and on to senior professionals, there is a potential role in assisting WORLD meet our goals in supporting relief agencies from a logistics perspective. Whether you have only an hour of your time to give or are available for more significant participation, we'd love to hear from you.

To learn more about WORLD and volunteer, visit our website at www.worldev.org or email us at

About WORLD :

The World Organization for Relief Logistics Development is a group of volunteer Logisticians giving of their time, skills and network to support relief agencies Logistics activities and Relief materials needs.

WORLD's Mission is to provide significant added value to Relief Agencies worldwide through the provision of volunteer logistician services including the sourcing, solicitation, purchase and provision of required logistics equipment, services and relief materials.

Supporters of WORLD can give online through the organization's website http://www.worldev.org

For further information, please contact:

Jeff Ashcroft
Director
jeff@worldev.org

www.worldev.org