MaQari what you said is true. We should be responsible of our own affairs.
I am willing to organize such a convention, get together.....whatever we call it.
The only thing i could think of is a national holiday here in the US. may be 4th of July or labour day (first monday of september).
In any case, should anyone be interested in participating.
You can email me @ gtg701t@mail.gatech.edu .
I am of the opinion that its going be really fun.
see you!