Steve Patriarco
View artist portfolioThis is my video application to become one of ten project leaders for "Project Borneo 3d," a massive undertaking between Dutch conservationist Dr. Willie Smits, Orangutan Outreach, Virgo Productions, TakingITGlobal and other partners to bring awareness, and ultimately provide solutions to rampant deforestation in Borneo that is threatening unique wildlife, local communities and the global climate alike. The project takes place in the Sintang District of West Kalimantan, Indonesia, and includes large-scale sustainable economic development initiatives for the rural Dayak communities, tropical reforestation efforts on degraded land, and permanent sanctuary building for displaced orangutans.
Please find out more about this pressing issue at www.deforestACTION.com and www.redapes.org, or by watching Dr. Willie Smits' inspiring TED talk at: http://www.ted.com/talks/willie_smits_restores_a_rainforest.html
I'd be greatly honored to receive your vote on this video so that I may have the opportunity to work with the man that has long served as my single greatest role model. He is one of the few individuals truly doing what it takes to save whole species, ecosystems, and communities in Indonesia. The more votes my video receives, the greater my chances - so vote and spread far and wide to friends and family. Thanks everybody! {:(|)
Sincerely,
Steve
- Country
- United States
- Submitted
- 2011-03-08
- License
- No reuse license recorded. Copyright remains with the creator.
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There are not words that can express how far you have come, Great job
Congratulations on your Fulbright research award. Your dedication has been recognized by more than one. Best of luck on your future challenges. S.Felice
Thanks for the help with the voting interface. Best of luck with all your work in Indonesia Steve! Stay safe!
Steve Patriaco...hands down BEST teaching assistant everrr. Had you for chemistry and physiology. You made the hardest material easy not to mention downright entertaining. You truly have the gift of communication...and my vote!
I was going to ask where to vote...nevermind I got it! You rock, Steve. I have faith that you will make it. Just like the Fulbright. All your efforts and hard work will pay off my friend! Just don't forget the anti malarials...
Best of luck to you! This is a great submission video, and you definitely deserve the chance to do this!
Thank you Kerstin, Althea, Fernando and Greta!!
All the best man. Hope to see you in the eastern hemisphere real soon!
Just voted! This fellow really knows his stuff!
I wish I had all the knowledge you do! You are a great asset to the project!
Excellent - all the best
Steve! We're sad to see you leave the YMCA but we know you've been working for this moment for the past 3 years. Go get 'em! What you're doing is so great.
great work Steve really hope you get it you deserve this
Voted for you :)
Steve, Your absolute commitment to this cause is unquestionable and your contribution to the TIG community over the past month has been nothing short of outstanding. Congratulations on the research scholarship (hopefully that's an accurate description) and I wish you all the very best in this competition.
Dan, thank you for your very thoughtful comments. I wish you all the best as well! Perhaps we will meet along jungle paths {:(|)
Love the Orangutan Smiley face! Great vid mate! Good luck!
Thank you Gareth and Chijioke! I appreciate the well wishes guys.
great video, sure that you will be great over there working with Willie :-)
awesome!