The Girl Scouts of America organization is celebrating its 85th anniversary and can be a good partner of ours in bringing chess to female participants. We are also continuing to work with the Boy Scouts of America at the national level to develop chess merit badge and award programs. Many of the attendees didn t even know how the pieces move, but clearly understood the significance of chess as a tool for prevention. Many organizations are adding chess to their programs. The CDC plans to include chess in their prevention programs in several communities and monitor and evaluate the results.
Plans call for Specific proposals to be submitted.
This mailing underscored one point that should be helpful to everyone. Anyone who plans to participate in a significant national event should contact their local newspaper. There is a good chance of getting coverage for both the individual and the event. Another important point is the need for media kits to provide information on our top players and events. The Kasparov - Deep Blue rematch generated an unprecedented intensity of public visibility for chess.