Charity organization, Off the Mat, Into the World (OTM), sponsors an international service project called Global Seva Challenge every year to bring awareness and take action in response to global issues. This year, the organization challenges the participants from all over the world to raise about $155,000 each in funds which will go towards rescuing victims of sex trafficking by providing rehabilitation.

The charity concert (organized by Claudia Whitney) will be held at Grappa’s Cellar located in Jardine House on June 30 at 9pm. Performers include Ankie Beilke, Cassie Lee with Ohad Levitt, Miya Dunets, Rebecca Walker with Andrew Stanley, and more.

Tickets are $220 and $280 at the door, and can be purchased at the Grappa’s Cellar or Moustache. Ticket includes one free drink and an entry to the lucky draw. For more information, visit their Facebook page.


Artisans in Kolkata. Photo by Kelly Campbell.


A child and woman in Sanlapp. Photo by Jonathan Hyams