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SUMMARY:5th Annual Fundraiser Gala
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday October 4th of 2025 \nLocation: Providence Marriott Downtown\, 1 Orms Street\, Providence RI 02904 \nCelebrating our 5th Year Anniversary\nOur signature Gala Fundraiser will follow on Saturday\, October 4\, from 7–11 PM at the Marriott Downtown Providence. This celebratory evening will feature live entertainment from internationally renowned Cabo Verdean artists Maria Barros\, Michel Montrond\, Assol Garcia\, and  DJ Chris. \nOver the past five years\, CVAMS has delivered life-changing care across eight islands of Cabo Verde. We have launched specialized surgical and cardiac initiatives (rheumatic heart disease screening program)\, cancer screening research\, supported the WTL Health Clinic in Pawtucket\, RI\, and provided over $2 million worth of medical supplies and equipment to hospitals and clinics in need. \nThis work is only possible with the support of generous partners like you. We invite you to join us as a sponsor in continuing this vital mission. Your contribution will help fund medical training\, critical supplies\, and healthcare delivery in underserved and remote communities—both abroad and locally. \nTogether\, we can expand access\, strengthen systems\, and save lives. \n 
URL:https://cvaphysicians.org/event/5th-annual-fundraiser-gala/
LOCATION:Providence Marriott Downtown\, 1 Orms Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02904\, United States
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SUMMARY:Invitation – Emergency Medicine Committee Meeting | Emergency Medicine Residency Curriculum (2026)
DESCRIPTION:Greeting folks\, \nAs we prepare for an important milestone in Cabo Verde’s healthcare system—the development of an Emergency Medicine residency curriculum\, with the goal of launching in 2026—we would like to invite interested members to participate in an upcoming Emergency Medicine Committee meeting this Wednesday 01/14 at 3 PM ET \nMeeting Details:\nWednesday 01/14 at 3 PM ET \nZoom: https://bostonu.zoom.us/j/2446363129 \nThis committee will focus on shaping a curriculum that is clinically strong\, locally relevant\, and aligned with best practices in Emergency Medicine training and global health implementation. We are particularly seeking colleagues with experience in: \n\nEmergency Medicine education or residency training\nCurriculum development\nGlobal health systems and implementation\nCapacity building in low- and middle-income settings\n\nThe Emergency Committee is led by Dr. Joseph Gomes\, and this meeting will serve as an opportunity to align on goals\, scope\, and next steps. \nIf you are interested in contributing your expertise or learning more about this initiative\, we would be delighted to have you join us. \nThank you for your continued engagement and commitment to strengthening healthcare education in Cabo Verde. \nMeeting Details:\nWednesday 01/14 at 3 PM ET \nZoom: https://bostonu.zoom.us/j/2446363129 \nWarm regards\,\nSamora Miguel Cardoso Lopes\nExecutive Director\nCabo Verdean American Medical Society (CVAMS)
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SUMMARY:Cabo Verdean Diaspora Health Summit in Brazil
DESCRIPTION:Dates: Friday\, January 16\, 2026 – Monday\, January 19\, 2026\nLocation: Recife\, Pernambuco\, Brazil \nObjective:\n\nTo bring together the CVAMS Brazilian Chapters and members of the Cabo Verdean diaspora for an energizing long weekend of health discussions\, cultural connection\, and community building. This summit offers a unique opportunity to meet\, collaborate\, and celebrate our shared heritage in one of Brazil’s most vibrant cities. \n  \nEvent Agenda – Coming Soon \n\nYou’ll receive the Hotel Reservation Link once Registered!\n\nIf you have any questions or need clarification\, please feel free to contact me (Samora) directly at Samora.Lopes@cvams.
URL:https://cvaphysicians.org/event/cabo-verdean-diaspora-health-summit-brazil/
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SUMMARY:2026 One World\, One Heart: A Benefit to End Rheumatic Heart Disease in Cape Verde
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a warm and cozy winter evening dedicated to healing hearts and protecting young lives in Cape Verde\, featuring Matthew Slater of the New England Patriots. \n\n\nJoin us for a reception style event\, hear stories from the frontlines and hear from MGB clinicians on the importance of this effort. \nThank you to Shahrzad and Matthew Slater for hosting this event\, and thank you to IRA Motor Group for generously donating the event space. \nPlease RSVP by January 14th. \nEvent Details: \nDate and Time: Thursday\, January 22\, 2026  –  6:30-8:30pm \nLocation: Mercedes-Benz of Westwood\, 425 Providence Hwy\, Westwood\, MA 02090 \nSponsors: \nThe Slater Family Foundation \nIRA Motor Group
URL:https://cvaphysicians.org/event/2026-one-world-one-heart-a-benefit-to-end-rheumatic-heart-disease-in-cape-verde/
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SUMMARY:2026 One World\, One Heart: A Benefit to End Rheumatic Heart Disease in Cape Verde - Campaign
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a warm and cozy winter evening dedicated to healing hearts and protecting young lives in Cape Verde\, featuring Matthew Slater of the New England Patriots. \n\n\nJoin us for a reception style event\, hear stories from the frontlines and hear from MGB clinicians on the importance of this effort. \nThank you to Shahrzad and Matthew Slater for hosting this event\, and thank you to IRA Motor Group for generously donating the event space. \nPlease RSVP by January 14th. \nEvent Details: \nDate and Time: Thursday\, January 22\, 2026  –  6:30-8:30pm \nLocation: Mercedes-Benz of Westwood\, 425 Providence Hwy\, Westwood\, MA 02090 \nhttps://because.massgeneral.org/event/2026-one-world-one-heart-a-benefit-to-end-rheumatic-heart-disease-in-cape-verde/e753936
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