THE AMERICAN WOMEN’S ORGANIZATION OF MOSCOW
Newsletter JUNE 2020
Hello Summer!
Letter from the President This time of the year always brings up mixed emotions with friends we have made on our expat journey. The season of coming and going, where some friends we have made begin closing the chapter of their Moscow journey as assignments have now come to an end, families are leaving for the summer holidays and new ones are looking ahead to make their journey here. Agendas are normally filled with goodbye lunches, school parties, our AWO Family Picnic where friends gather for one last hooray before the summer break. But now it all seems so strange, just sitting at home watching the time go by, as our once packed calendar is now filled with uncertainty. Who knew it would come to me telling a very good friend of many years goodbye over a phone call after not seeing her for weeks? No hugs, no gatherings, no Moscow souvenirs from friends as goodbye gifts as a reminder of the city she called home for so many years. I cried the day she left, unable to make my last Moscow phone call to give a safe travel goodbye speech, now just hoping one day our paths will cross again. In this self-isolation, I have found myself losing the drive with positivity at times which quickly accelerates to anger, sadness and negativity. I think we all have days like that at some point, where we find ourselves riding this emotional roller coaster of covid-19 uncertainty. It’s a fight but I refuse to let this current situation steal my joy or diminish the value of friendships. We have to stay strong, we have to be positive and keep our spirits alive. This too shall pass and when it’s over we will be stronger, maybe a bit fatter, but definitely more appreciative of what life has to offer. As our AWO year comes to a close, I thank you all for choosing us to share your time with and your hearts. For those leaving we wish you all the best and always remember you have an AWO family in Moscow which will always welcome you back with open arms. We will still be online so check in with us on Facebook and Instagram for some entertainment, information and updates. The summer will give us the time needed to plan another amazing year to come. Hopefully we can kick it off with a bang! Hang in there ladies!
Miss you all.
Michele
List of Contents: 4
Notes from the Editor
12 News from FAWCO
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Green News
17 Spread Sunshine Updates
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Review: A Photo A Day Online Event
19 Special Offers for AWO Members
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Memoirs from a Homeschooling Mom
25 AWO 2019-2020 Board Members
11 Summer Pasta Salad Recipe
26 Credits
So long and thanks for all the fish! This will be a very different summer for sure. What is not to love about a summer spent indoors! After all, what are bathtubs for? Of course, we can always enjoy the seaview online! Admit it. That wouldn’t be the only silly online activity that you do these days. I, for example, started to develop a strange addiction to Instagram live posts and in my free time make a hopeless market search for high-end summer houses. After two months of self-isolation, I believe enjoying the seaview online is just as fine. This will be our last issue until September 2020, but do not worry. We’ll be quite active on our social media pages and we’d love to see your posts there as well. You may also take a second look at our previous Newsletter issues published since October 2017. You may read them here: https://issuu.com/awomoscow
This will also be my last issue as an Editor. I LOVED preparing the newsletters for my dear AWO friends for the past three years. Now it is time for me to move on to another exciting project. I hope I’ll be able to tell you about it when we get back together! Doing the Newsletters will not only tickle your creativity, but also give you a great opportunity to work together with amazing women who run the AWO Board. So, if you are interested in writing and/or graphic design, drop us a line! I can help you ease into the job. I’m sure you’ll love it as much as I did. Thanks for all the inspiration and support for the past three years. Hoping to see you all in September! Love, Irem info@iremsunar.com
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Green News: by Masha Megrelis At the beginning of the year for environmental reasons I committed to doing a “No Buy Challenge” for 2020. I decided to not buy any new clothing or accessories for myself during the year, only to buy things for the home if something breaks and needs to be replaced, and to buy items for the children only if they have outgrown what they already had (well that, and birthday and Christmas presents of course). I have also made it a priority to try to buy secondhand when possible. Coronovirus and self-confinement, have given many of us the opportunity to reflect on our lives. What do we truly need to make us happy? This experience has made me realize, more than ever, that I don’t need “more stuff” to make myself happy. At this point, happiness is a walk in the park with my children, dinner in a restaurant with my husband, and a small get together with friends. All the things I have missed during confinement. Why do I think a “No Buy Challenge” is important? First of all, most of us truly do have too much stuff or at the very least, enough to last us awhile. By hitting the pause button on new purchases, I have become more aware of what I do have. Of course, every item we buy or already have, comes with its own carbon footprint. We often forget all of the natural resources that go into making the items we buy. These resources are not infinite. And each piece of clothing or toy we buy, usually has, in some way, a negative impact on the environment. Finally, when we do throw something away, we need to be conscious of the fact that there is no “away”. All of our garbage accumulates in landfills. Forever...
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I will of course buy new things one day. However, this year will be one of appreciating what I have and learning to be a more conscious consumer. Want to learn more about living with less? Here are some books that explore this topic: More Than Enough:
How One Family Cultivated a More Abundant Life Through a Year of Practical Minimalism by Miranda Anderson The Year of Less:
How I Stopped Shopping, Gave Away My Belongings, and Discovered Life is Worth More Than Anything You Can Buy in a Store by Cait Flanders No Impact Man:
The Adventures of a Guilty Liberal Who Attempts to Save the Planet, and the Discoveries He Makes About Himself and Our Way of Life in the Process by Colin Beavan
Review: “A Photo A Day” Online Event, May, 2020 by Cindy Knight Last month we launched “A Photo A Day” photography challenge and thanks to your responses, we decided to run the event once again in May. Folks are really rising to the challenge to grab their phones and document their days. Here are a few from this month’s prompts!
#Twisted
#Hardwork
#Phone
#Fancy
#Shady
#Reflections
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#Hello #Lines
#Fancy
#Clouds
#Twisted
#InMyTown
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#OntheCouch
#Under
#OntheCouch
#BlackandWhite #Flowers
#Lines
#MyMoodToday
#Fancy
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#inarow
Memoirs from a Homeschooling Mom by Danielle Kuznetsov It has been almost a month now that COVID19 sent everyone home for an extended weekend. Thankfully, you and I have homes and family to be with during a time that feels uncertain at best. For the last few weeks, many families have been managing the schooling needs of their kids as well as their regularly planned work/ activities. This has added to the adjustment as bringing school home requires shifts on many levels. Choosing this path is different from having it thrust on you with no preparation. To all of you in this situation, I send you my deep respect.
very well. During this time, relax knowing that everything they need to learn, you have the ability to teach or get the resources needed to meet that goal. This is a temporary situation for most of you. You will get through it and so will your kids! Take this time to reconnect. Listen deeply to what your child is saying to you. Notice behaviors and attitudes that might need changing. Are there any gaps in the overall health of your child? Play. Sleep. Eat together. On the other side of the mandated rest, we will long for the quiet and lack of RUSH that is not the norm of modern life.
I home-educated my four children for almost 20 years. We had several reasons for choosing this path, training the mind and heart out of the home environment, and I learned many invaluable lessons from these years. Each child is different and there is no one-size-fits-all in parenting. It turns out that it is true in schooling as well. Every child has an IEP (individualized education program) and the colossal task as parents is to do our best to meet the needs at hand.
A schedule that honored my needs as well as the kids’ made life easier during the years my kids were at home. Figuring out how to create what works for your family is a process, so give yourself a break. When my kids were little, I thought in terms of blocks of time. I made rest times, school times, chore times, sport times all different colors on our calendar, and moveable so my kids could see what we needed to do and when. This helped them be able to more willingly switch activities without complaining. As my kids worked through the high school years, meal times became schedule markers along with late-night shows, games, or just chatting. Keeping my kids connected to us was a high relational priority and hard work, but the benefits were
That leads me to what I want to share with you. Long before your kids ever went to school, you already had been their teacher. As parents, we are the first teachers our children ever experience. And we know our pupils
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many. First, they weren’t alone in their emotional struggles, we shouldered the roller coaster with them. Second, they had the grounding of childhood yet the space of moving toward independence. Wouldn’t we all appreciate that as adults-padded risk-taking! Finally, these hours spent to set the foundation for the next stage of our relationship; moving on. My parenting mentor always said, “Your greatest job is to work yourself out of a job with your kids.” It seems I am still learning that lesson today. Working yourself out of a job is painful because it requires a less is more attitude. Once you have done the teaching and the training, the child has to rise up and own the work to be able to mature. The shift toward owning our lives can take decades for some. For others, it seems effortless. This time “stuck” at home is a window of opportunity as a parent to see where you can be doing less and they can be doing more. Is the issue procrastination, hypervigilance leading to anxiety, a lazy habit, or lack of understanding? How can these days be mini-lessons in resiliency and grit with you leading the way? You can bet it will have conflict and frustration in the mix. Letting go is not for the faint of heart. The only important report card during this time, and, honestly during all the years our children are with us, is the one that documents our unconditional yet boundary filled love, our daily physical presence, and our ability to move past our own issues so they don’t become issues our kids deal with. At best, we work ourselves out of our jobs very imperfectly. Knowing this permits you to show up heroically every day to bring your very best self to any situation you and your family face. Everyone learns by experience. I hope that this experience remains a life long treasured memory in your children’s minds and hearts and for you, my friends, time very well spent in their presence.
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Summer Pasta Salad Recipe by Kelley Jackson Makes 6 servings Calories per serving: 472 Total fat: 23g Carbohydrates: 40g Protein: 25g Ingredients: Tricolor fusilli pasta – 250g (half the packet) 10 cherry tomatoes cut in half or quarters Green pepper diced – 145 grams Red pepper diced 145 grams Cucumber chopped – 70 grams Cauliflower florets – steamed – 100g Broccoli florets – steamed – 100g Greek Kalamata olives – chopped – 75g Artichoke hearts (in oil – drained) – chopped – 150g Mini mozzarella balls -halved – 120g Roasted chicken – 380g Italian seasoning to taste Directions: 1. Chop the cauliflower and broccoli into bite sized pieces and place in a microwaveable bowl. Add a little water and microwave for 3 minutes. Set aside 2. 3.
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and let cool. Chop the remaining vegetables and place them into a large bowl that will give you room to toss the ingredients. Remove the skin and the meat from the bones of the chicken and cut them into bite sized pieces. (Roasted chicken leg quarters are fantastic in this dish, but you can use roasted chicken breast as well.) Add them to the vegetables. Generously sprinkle the chicken and vegetables with the Italian seasoning and mix well. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to bring the temperature down and to stop the cooking process. Add the pasta and sprinkle them with the Italian
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seasoning, and mix well. 7. Serve and eat. This will also stay in the refrigerator for up to a week. Notes: •For the artichokes, I use the one packed in oil. I drain the oil but the remaining oil on the hearts works well with the salad and keeps it moist without soaking it in a dressing. • You can bring down the fat and calories by getting artichoke hearts in brine instead or remove them altogether and add another vegetable. • You can add any vegetables that you like in this salad.
News from FAWCO by Annelize Smith
Go to FAWCO.org and join the FAWCO community - it is free and for all AWO members! If you have any questions, you can contact Annelize Smith at travelanni@yahoo.com.
Recipes from Confinement One of the things we've notice is the prevalence of sharing recipes and even cooking classes online. FAWCO would like to collect some of these recipes from our shared confinement, those that we serve our families and feed our souls in this difficult time. We would love for you and your members to submit some of your favorites for our growing collection. We will collect recipes through the month of May DEADLINE JUNE 8 - and our own Target Chair, Tharien Van Eck has agreed to provide artwork. The FAWCO Collection will be available for download, and if there is enough interest we can also arrange a print run with proceeds benefiting our Target Project Health: S.A.F.E. – Safe Alternatives for FGM (Female Genital Mutilation) run by Hope for Girls & Women Tanzania.
Submit your recipes!
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Submit your recipe using this form. We welcome all types of recipes from every category!
Pathways to Safety International FAWCO supports the work of our partner, Pathways to Safety International, which offers services to Americans abroad who may encounter violence in any form – in the home, the workplace or stranger violence. The mission of Pathways to Safety is “to educate Americans traveling and living abroad, giving them tools to stay informed about gender-based violence, and we empower victims to survive and heal.” Despite the cuts in funding, Pathways continues on a path forward. For help within 72 hours, email to: CrisisToSafety@Pathways.org or call +1 833SAFE-USA. Here is the newest brochure from Pathways.
Awareness Raising for Sustainable Development Goals Our photo project to raise awareness of the UN Sustainable Development Goals kicked off on May18th and was supported by many of our members! I would like to introduce you to our first four members who stood up for supporting the project.
#1: No Poverty - Meg Aw “I chose to support SDG #1 to end poverty around the globe. The subject of poverty always brings tears to my eyes because I was unfortunate to see poverty at its very worse. Extreme poverty that exists in so many areas in the world often forces people to do the unthinkable in order to survive. It is impossible for these people to dream of any kind of future for themselves, while they are living day to day. The world should not continue to ignore these people and should not work on resolving the other SDG's without considering the impact on the poor who are already struggling.”
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#2: Zero Hunger - Deborah Hoehner “Around 821 million people (one in nine), suffer from hunger in the world. Hunger makes people more susceptible to diseases and prevents them from being able to carry out daily functions such as taking care of their families, going to school, and working. Therefore, I believe that food should be made available to every person, to improve their lives and because every life is valuable.”
#3: Good Health and Well Being - Isabelle Razi
“The right to health and well-being is a fundamental one. This is true whatever the age, place of birth and living, gender and of course, the social and economic factors of each individual. This profound conviction has led me to think more deeply within my self, my body, my mind, my relations, my spirituality; that is to say, on all intrinsic elements to my Health. For that reason, I received specific education, and I am in a continuous process of acquiring and expanding that knowledge. The deeper I searched, the more I realized that I must share this passion to create a ripple effect on other people's lives and health. Everything starts within ourselves. This is even more true nowadays, where the least we can do is to take care of ourselves and the people around us.”
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#4: Quality Education - Danielle Kuznetsov
“Affordable quality education is about opportunity. Education is progress. Education is hope. Education is change. Education equips and empowers people to learn, grow and meet the challenges of life. Education is the most powerful weapon to change the world.”
Human Rights Articles Intimate Partner Violence: Those you see, and those you don’t by Mary Stange, AWC Bogotá Humanrights@Fawco.Org Human Rights Articles (first published on 24 November 2019) Intimate partner violence (IPV) is one of the most common and dangerous forms of violence against women and includes physical, sexual and emotional abuse and controlling behaviors by an intimate partner (WHO). The UN estimates that nearly one third of women worldwide will experience violence from an intimate partner at one time in their lives. This is, of course, a global average; many areas of the world experience higher rates of IPV than others. It is important to emphasize, however, that IPV occurs in every city, in every province, in every country of the world. But while we see that one in three women is likely to be a victim of intimate partner violence in her life, we must also talk about the women we don’t see.
The women who choose to, or are coerced, not to report their abuses. According to the National Coalition against Domestic Violence, intimate partner violence accounts for 15% of all violent crime in the United States, but still remains one of the most chronically unreported crimes. IPV vs DV Before going any further, let’s talk terms. Some consider “intimate partner violence” and “domestic violence” (DV) to be interchangeable, but in fact there is a slight differentiation. Intimate partner violence refers to violent or controlling behavior by an intimate partner – i.e., a spouse, current partner or ex-partner. It includes acts of physical violence, sexual violence or aggression, stalking, emotional or psychological abuse, and controlling behaviors. Domestic violence is considered a broader category where the violence could be inflicted upon children or elders and can be perpetrated by other extended family members such as parents or in-laws. Why doesn’t she just leave? While an easy question to ask, it’s never that simple. Societal norms, cultural upbringings, and dependence are just some of the reasons women stay in abusive relationships. Others include:
-The social stigma surrounding divorce or marital unrest - Lack of support from family - Lack of trust in the legal process - Lack of economic resources or dependency - Fear of retaliation from their partner or extended family - Concern for the safety of their children - IPV is normalized as an acceptable way to handle inter-marital conflict These fears are real and perpetuated by their abusers to coerce their victims to maintain their silence. They are caught in a web of terror where home is no longer a safe space and their voices are deemed uncredible by any authoritative figure. What can be done? Legislation is an easy fix for governments to claim they are battling this terrible crime against women. At least 144 countries have passed laws on domestic violence; however, even when laws exist, it does not mean they are always compliant with international standards or effective in their implementation. If a woman does not trust the police officer she reports to or the system to protect her from her abuser, she is in more trouble than when she started. Ultimately, we must empower women to make their voices heard. During the #16Days to End GenderBased Violence, we amplify this epidemic facing more than one third of women around the world. We must educate and inform not just young women that this behavior is not acceptable in a healthy relationship, but young men as well. We must support women’s organizations such as shelters, hotlines and makers of “go-bags.” We must make it known that women everywhere deserve love and respect and that their homes should not be considered war zones. Resources: World Health Organization: Understanding and addressing violence against women: Intimate Partner Violence, WHO 2012 United Nations: https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ ending-violence-against-women/facts-andfigures National Coalition Against Domestic Violence https://ncadv.org/statistics
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GLOBAL ISSUES BOOK DISCUSSIONS SERIES Our Global Issues Teams are great at providing us with inspiring and thought-provoking articles to read. We thought you might like some more reading tips – and some smart discussions about them with FAWCO friends. That’s why we’re introducing the Global Issues Book Discussion series! We are kicking off in May-June by reading The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World by Melinda Gates. Sounds like something for FAWCO, doesn’t it? I’m only in the first chapter and I’m already excited! We invite anyone who wishes to read or listen to the audio book and join us for a discussion on Google Hangouts at the end of June (Global Issues Book Discussion - Virtual Meeting - Tuesday, June 30, 2020, 07:00pm 08:30pm) I’m looking forward to seeing you there! IMPORTANT DATES ON OUR FAWCO CALENDER: (You need to join as a member to attend these events.)
"In the Name of Your Daughter" Target Documentary Screening - Virtual Meeting Wednesday, June 03, 2020, 07:00pm - 09:00pm
Global Issues Book Discussion - Virtual Meeting Tuesday, June 30, 2020, 07:00pm - 08:30pm
Spread Sunshine Updates by Danielle Kuznetsov
Dear Spread Sunshine Fans! I cannot tell you how much I miss you all. I miss seeing you and enjoying your company at our morning coffee mornings. And I miss the energy from our efforts in giving and serving others. I never thought we would be so good at it together. This was an unexpected gift. I have been loosely keeping tabs on our charities. I want to share the updates they sent with us. SAMU: From January to April 2020, we saw an increase in the homeless population seeking assistance. We recorded 1861 requests by 825 people who received direct care from our providers.
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During the Corona pandemic, we put all of our focus on medical assistance-check-ups, consultations, distribution of medicines and shots, and passing out hygienic kits and socks for immediate use. We also passed out masks and gloves, antiseptic, and shared general practices to avoid infection. Most recently, we have been able to provide testing for HIV, Hepatitis C and B, Syphillis, and TB. We give haircuts to both the male and female populations. For the undocumented women, we organize gynecological appointments and tests. We also are passing out medications and hygiene items to shelters. Needs: Socks, Underwear, vitamins, wipes, shampoo and
body soap, and shaving cream and razors.
Otkazniki: The Sad News: The pandemic has put a strain on our foster families and the centers that house orphans. Many have been stranded in places under the quarantine. We have many more people reaching out for support with basic food needs that before the epidemic were able to meet these needs for their families. The GOOD News: We have NOT experienced a drop in our donations as of yet. Maybe this will happen in the summer time, but so far our donations have been stable. Because of the pandemic, some very big NGO funds have donated monies to us. There have been an addition of grants to which we have furiously applied for. We have received donations from the Timchenko and Ribakova funds. We also received 78 laptops to pass out to our families so that the children could do their schoolwork online. There has been a huge step forward in the legislation during this time which was MIRACULOUSLY passed to give tax breaks to companies that donate and support charity work. This is a MONUMENTOUS occasion that was once thought impossible. We are hopeful that this will usher in the next phase of volunteering and donations in Russia making it possible to serve more people. Here is a link in Russian that speaks to this: https://www.asi.org.ru/article/2020/05/25/elena-topolevagospodderzhka-nko-nalogi-strahovie-vznosi-nalolvii-vichet/
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In our fund, we have been grateful that some of our volunteers have taken children from the orphanage home with them during this time. Here is a link in Russian to that experience: https://otkazniki.ru/events/ histories/na-vremya-navsegda-kak-volontery-zabirayut-detey-vkarantin/
Finally, we opened a free hotline for those experiencing trauma and anxiety. In the past two months we have documented more than 700 calls. **In March AWO raised funds for Misha, a deaf orphan needing surgery for a Coclear implant to be able to hear in order to qualify for adoption. We have not yet delivered those funds but Anna reported that the therapeutic process has started in preparation for this operation. I will keep you posted. Finally, AWO will be purchasing groceries for distribution to the needy through Father Michael’s ministry on the outskirts of Moscow. At this time, we are working on logistics of delivery and disbursement. I am humbled by the fact that our relatively small organization has made an impact in our local community. If anyone would like to give personally to these causes during this time, please reach out to me at kuznetsov.danielle@gmail.com
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Your Peronallized Color Box is available at The Expat Salon now!
Dear AWO Members,
If you canʟt wait any more for the shutdown to be over, if your roots are screaming for help – we have a professional solution that should help you to feel yourself again. From May 1, you can order at The Expat Salon your own Color Box that includes everything you need for a quality hair coloring. Our stylists will consult you on the color formula and will give you detailed step by step instructions. Until the salon services will be available again the Color box will help you to stay safe and beautiful! To order your personalized Color Box, please contact me through The Expat Salon WhatsApp +79067807437. Kind regards, Kate Yakupova The Expat Salon General Manager.
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Dear AWO members, The global spread of COVID-19 is affec�ng every one of us. The world is changing and we have to adapt to the situa�on, complying with self-isola�on requirements. We at Intermark are op�mis�c that the situa�on will get back under control soon and life in Moscow will be back on its normal course. We have prepared some useful recommenda�ons for AWO member which we hope will help you stay safe and calm in this complex period. 1.First of all, comply with self-isola�on requirements. More days we stay at home, faster the situa�on will be be�er and all restric�ons will be li�ed. Right now not complying with the requirements is subject to fines and be considered an administra�ve offence. How Intermark can support you: If you need advise on self-isola�on rules please contact our Help-line at +7 (495) 933-1204. Follow Intermark Club website to get useful �ps how to spend self-isola�on period helpful and fun. Also, follow our private Telegram channel and get all important COVID-19 updates in English. 2.Check your migra�on status. You should have ac�ve documents allowing you to
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stay and work (if necessary) in Russia as well as migra�on registra�on. Intermark recommends taking your passport and migra�on registra�on with you every �me leaving your house in �me of self-isola�on. Please remember that the term during which HQS visa holders need to be registered is 90 days a�er arriving from abroad and 30 days in case of travelling in Russia and being registered (for example, at hotel). How Intermark can support you: If your migra�on document (visa, work permit, migra�on registra�on or other) expires or is near to come to an end, Intermark could provide you with assistance with its renewal, as well as with help with any other migra�on issue. 3.Think about moving outside Moscow for some summer period. Dacha – a house in the country to spend some months in - is a concept familiar to all Russians. Given the travel restric�ons and self-isola�on rules, right now some of our clients are considering ren�ng houses in Moscow region. If this is something you consider keep in mind that the demand is super high right now and it’s be�er to start the search the sooner the be�er. How Intermark can support you: Intermark has many variants of rental houses and will be able to find a good one for long or short term period.
4. In case of urgent need to leave your house, use only safe transport. Using a metro, public transport and car sharing services could be not safe in this period. Use your own car or order taxi. How Intermark can support you: If you need to leave your house, you can use Intermark car with a driver. Our corporate cars are being regularly cleaned and disinfected, and our drivers wear masks and disposable gloves. Also you could order courier and goods transporta�on services. Please contact our Help-line to get more info on terms and condi�ons.
5. Use products delivery services, avoiding store visi�ng. If you have �me to wait delivery for 3 or 5 days, we recommend using online products delivery services. How Intermark can support you: Intermark drivers could buy products in your favorite nearest store and provide a contactless delivery on the same day. If we can make your self-isola�on period more comfortable, please write to us on relo@intermarkreloca�on.ru or call + 7 (495) 933-12-04. Stay safe and posi�ve! Intermark Team.
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1- Give us a call to make an appointment 2- US Dental Care doctors will come wherever and whenever that is convenient for you. 3- The dental treatments will take place directly on board, as our mobile dental office is equipped with all the tools (including X-ray machine) necessary to carry out dental treatments of any complexity.
AWO 2019 - 2020 Board Members:
Michele Kuhlen President
Kelley Jackson Special Events
Danielle Kuznetsov Salma Nurmohamed Vice President Secretary Spread Sunshine Coordinator
Irem Sunar Newsletter
Alla Anastos Membership
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Meg Aw Treasurer
Cindy Knight Social Media Website
Eugenie Kim Membership Chair
Beth Osowski Monday Updates
Annelize Smith FAWCO Representative
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