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WATCH THE PRESS CONFERENCE ONLINE AT WWW.CMA2014.COM<\/a> (looped archive)<\/p>\n

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 4, 2009<\/p>\n

From Sabine Pass to Isle Derni\u00e8re, Cajuns are working to host Acadie in 2014<\/p>\n

Lafayette, LA \u2013 Lafayette\u2019s LITE was full this morning for the official launch of Louisiana\u2019s bid to host the 2014 Congr\u00e8s mondial acadien. The bid\u2019s Steering Committee also launched the bid\u2019s official website in an effort to increase public awareness of the Congr\u00e8s\u2019 campaign. The Congr\u00e8s mondial acadien is a two to three week event happens in a different Acadian area every five years and is recognized as the world\u2019s largest gathering of Acadians.<\/p>\n

\u201cA lot of people in Louisiana identify themselves as Cajun but some might not understand what that means, both culturally and historically. Beyond being Cajun, we are also Acadians (descendants of those who settled Acadie in the 15th and 16th century) and are part of a huge extended family. It\u2019s important for everyone to understand that they are included in this worldwide celebration.\u201d Louisiane-Acadie, Inc. president Ray Trahan explains. Louisiane-Acadie, Inc. is coordinating the bid that will include all South Louisiana communities. This group observed the positive effects experienced by the province of Nova Scotia when it hosted the Congr\u00e8s mondial acadien in 2004 and decided to compete in the next bid process. Past Congr\u00e8s programming includes three major events, over sixty family reunions, festivals, community events, conferences, concerts, etc. Any community wanting to showcase their identity can participate. The Congr\u00e8s attracts thousands of Acadians from all over the world, more specifically the Canadian Maritime Provinces, Qu\u00e9bec, France and, of course, Louisiana. Louisiana\u2019s Congr\u00e8s Bid Steering Committee feels strongly that the economic and cultural impact of the event will greatly benefit Louisiana.<\/p>\n

The bid group felt it essential that the launch was inclusive and accessible to all by assuring it was available both live and online to everyone and anyone interested in being part of the celebration. \u201cAs a young Cajun today, I certainly understand the power of technology. I use it every day to connect with my friends all over the world. We would have been missing a great opportunity by not incorporating this powerful tool that is so present in the lives of those who will be attending the Congr\u00e8s mondial acadien in five and a half years,\u201d says Valerie Broussard, a young Steering Committee member. The bid\u2019s website (www.cma2014.com<\/a>) has three specific goals. Firstly, it is a place for the global Acadian community to obtain information on what makes Louisiana\u2019s bid special and unique. Secondly, it provides Acadians an instrument to support the bid of their Cajun cousins and thirdly it personalizes the process, making it interactive and invites everyone to tell the world why Louisiana is the best place to host the 2014 Congr\u00e8s. This is the first time that a bidding region has created a website seeking the support of individuals throughout the world. The goal is to create a platform for grassroots support, impressing the selection committee while increasing local public awareness.<\/p>\n

The Steering Committee did not divulge all the bid\u2019s secrets at this morning\u2019s event, but rather informed the public that the communities in South Louisiana are ready and willing to host this international event. They also emphasized their ability to do so. The passing of hurricanes Katrina, Rita, Gustav and Ike has created an awareness of the fragile relationship between Louisiana\u2019s environment, culture and language and has created a sense of urgency and alarm. This call to action is being heard throughout South Louisiana and it is time for the Acadians to hear it too and help us create a cultural awakening that will strengthen cultural identity and pride. \u201cWe owe it to our youth to create an environment where they can grow and blossom within their own culture and speaking their native French language. That is why the Congr\u00e8s mondial acadien is important for our region. It will be much more than a party, it will be a catalyst for the survival and durability of our culture,\u201d emphasizes Trahan.<\/p>\n

The enthusiasm that the development of this bid has generated in the community is overwhelming. For example, a group of young Cajuns now meet monthly to talk about their role in the Cajun community and what actions they can take to encourage the evolution of their culture. Louisiane-Acadie, Inc. has also seen an increased interest in the cultural cause. Just last month, about thirty associations answered a call to become partners of this organization that represents Cajuns internationally.<\/p>\n

\u201c If you feel, like we do, that the Congr\u00e8s mondial acadien should be here in 2014, please support the bid! Visit the website at www.cma2014.com<\/a> and add your name to the growing list of supporters. You can also send a homemade video describing why you want the 5th Congr\u00e8s to come to Louisiana.\u201d Trahan explains.<\/p>\n

Louisiana\u2019s bid will be submitted to the Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 Nationale de l\u2019Acadie (National Acadian Society) at the end of March. The announcement of the winning region will be August 9, 2009.<\/p>\n

For more information or interview:
\nRachelle Dugas
\nrachelle@louisiane-acadie.com<\/a>
\n337.422.4453
\n347.326.1978<\/p>\n

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Louisiana’s bid to host CMA;2014<\/p>\n

February 4, 2009<\/p>\n

Our Vision
\nLouisiana’s Congres mondial acadien will celebrate Acadian culture by presenting diverse and interactive activities:<\/p>\n

* that reunite and build permanent connections between Cajuns, Acadians and the surrounding cultures;
\n* that showcase the unique, diverse, genuine and engaging spirit of the people and their traditions in Southern Louisiana;
\n* that mandate the continued evolution of the native French language and culture by all members of the community;
\nsupport the young people in making it their own;
\n* and that will have long lasting impact on the lives and communities of Cajuns and Acadians worldwide.<\/p>\n

Our Mission
\nLouisiana’s CMA will reconnect Acadians, descendants of the French who settled Acadie in the 17th and 18th centuries, in a celebration of shared heritage and unique differences in order to mobilize all Acadians, and the youth in particular, to participate in the continued expression of the native French language and culture.<\/p>\n

Who Are We?
\nLouisiane-Acadie is an umbrella organization that represents Acadians and Cajuns in Louisiana and encourages networking and increased connections between Louisiana organizations in order to promote a united voice and better connect with all Acadian communities worldwide.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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