• Event: “Rumble in Cartagena” Quad Rugby Match
• Hosted by: Survivor Corps, the ICBL, the CMC and Fundacion Arcangeles
• Date: Wednesday, December 2
• Time: 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Location: Colegio Salesianos

December 3 marks the anniversary of the signing of both the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention and the Convention on Cluster Munitions as well as International Day of Persons with Disabilities. On the eve of this day, a celebratory event will take place that weaves a memorable sports game with words by key figures in promoting victim assistance and the rights of persons with disabilities. After the game, spectators will have the chance to have a hands-on experience with quad rugby. They will be encouraged to jump in the chairs and have a friendly game with the athletes. The exhibition will end with a cocktail and live music.

For more information: olivia@icbl.org

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