Mel, Thanks!
Sun glasses....lol...since black people running to the AU for positions and fighting among themselves in the Diaspora on who is the Chief for Indians to follow, thereby abdicating their duty to sensitize stakeholders about the AU Diaspora Projects, and waiting for white people and African governments to give them money, some souls have to do it. So it is running shoes...not sun glasses to understand what is at stake...need for self-reliance. That is the kernel of the Africa Diaspora program on August 4. The newer generation sees things differently.
Congratulations, I learnt some folks will be eating somewhere and receiving awards, you among the awarded, with a ceremonial ambassador. Fantastico. So I forward your information without derisive comments, which subtly undermine. That is bridge building. Unless you prefer those who categorically say you do not speak for Continentals or even the average black, we build bridges and seek to send out information via multiple outlets on Africa Diaspora programs to educate, enlighten, engage and empower a broader spectrum of stake-holders; not just a few. That is what the Jews do.
MsJoe
To Lead You Must be a Servant
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From: MELVIN FOOTE
To: Amina Salum Ali
Sent: Fri, Jun 20, 2014 8:08 pm
Subject: Update! Friday Flourish on Monday August 4. The Africa Union Diaspora Program: Heralding the Transformative Capacity of Africa Diaspora and Launching the Africa Diaspora Post during the US-Africa Summit. AU Diaspora Legacy Projects Workshops; Vital & Vibrant Africa; Tribute to the Congressional Black Caucus; Honoring Mr. Africa - the Legacy of Donald Payne Sr; Dr. Kwame Nkrumah; Denise Rolark-Barnes; Friends of Africa at the African Union Diaspora Legacy Gala Banquet with Features of Magnificence
From: MELVIN FOOTE
To: Amina Salum Ali
Sent: Fri, Jun 20, 2014 8:08 pm
Subject: Update! Friday Flourish on Monday August 4. The Africa Union Diaspora Program: Heralding the Transformative Capacity of Africa Diaspora and Launching the Africa Diaspora Post during the US-Africa Summit. AU Diaspora Legacy Projects Workshops; Vital & Vibrant Africa; Tribute to the Congressional Black Caucus; Honoring Mr. Africa - the Legacy of Donald Payne Sr; Dr. Kwame Nkrumah; Denise Rolark-Barnes; Friends of Africa at the African Union Diaspora Legacy Gala Banquet with Features of Magnificence
Please put on your sunglasses to view this communications.....
With the Launching of the African Union Diaspora PostA Magazine with Digital Online Features.Please, go to end of the mail for the message and finesse of My Africa with Legacy.![]()
The National Summit on theTransformative Capacity of Africa DiasporaAlongside the US-Africa SummitMonday August, 4, 2014: 8:30am to 4:00pmSilver Spring Civic Building and One Veteran PlazaDowntown Silver Spring in Montgomery County, MarylandAfrica Union Diaspora Legacy Projects: Plenary Session and WorkshopsLuncheon Conversation on the US-Africa SummitReservation Required: ReserveVital and Vibrant Africa ShowcaseFree Public Event. No reservation necessary.7:30pm to 1:30amHyatt Regency Hotel, Bethesda, MarylandReservation required: ReserveAfrican Union Diaspora Legacy Banquet Gala, Music Concert and AwardsEngineering justice and equity through public service, the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) has been the Conscience of the Congress, shining light on the needs of the disenfranchised, championing Africa's development in the United States Congress, and upholding common core values that transcend race and place.Affectionately called "Mr. Africa" in acknowledgment of his unwavering interest in all developments pertaining to Africa in the United States Congress, the late Congressman Donald Payne Sr. from New Jersey served for 24 years in the US Congress, becoming the Chair and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights. The Congressional Black Caucus relied on Congressman Payne as the point man for Africa. His keen knowledge, convictions, ties and interest in putting Africa's agenda on the table are remarkable embodiment of Africa's Champion on the Hill.Society is enriched by the pioneering individual who dares beyond the familiar to enlighten on what is missing.. Blending the virtues of media responsibility, civc values, and the gift of the heart, Mrs. Denise Rolark Barnes brings Africa and her heritage to the World through the untold story. She is the Publisher of the Washington Informer that serves the African American readership in the Washington Metropolitan Area and builds bridges across racial, social, economic and geographic barriers through informed understanding. Mrs. Rolark Barnes stands as an invaluable example of the power of possibility to improve communities through shared knowledge in our increasingly interconnected global society.They served, they returned, but never left Africa. These are men and women of all races who maintain their connection to the Continent of Africa as former Peace Corps volunteers, which began in 1961 under President John F. Kennedy. Organized as Friends of the Country in which they served, they undertook ground-breaking developments in an adventure of opportunities to make a real difference in the communities while culturally immersed in the traditions. The non-partisan organizations foster friendship, goodwill and understanding between the people of the United States and Africa through the links in the countries they served. The associations, based of their response to needs, provide education, socioeconomic, cultural exchange services to the respective countries.Honoring the Enduring Vision of Dr. Kwame NkrumahGhana's first President, Statesman, and the foremost exponent of African unity and Pan-Africanism, the late Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah is honored for "The Conviction of Vision." The Pan-African movement inspired pre-independent leaders in Africa to collaboratively champion the cause of freedom and independence on the Continent and continues to inspire today's generation to promote African unity for a stronger, self-reliant, peaceful and prosperous Africa. Among many honors and conferences to study his ideas and influence on world stage, Dr. Nkrumah was voted Africa's Man of the Millennium by BBC listeners in Africa in 1999. The United Nations awarded him a posthumous gold medal during a Committee session in 1978.
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African Union & Anthem Lyrics "Africa is here. Africa is rising. Africa is happening, and no one will stop us because we have what it takes to make it work.By hosting the summit, Zuma said, the leaders had asserted their "shared descendency; our shared vision; our shared history; our shared experience, and our shared commitment to overcome the challenges faced by our people on the African continent.Whilst this project must inspire us, its outcomes are a clear demonstration that even though we are situated in different parts of the world, nothing must prevent us from working towards a common goal - that of creating a better life for the people of Africa and the diaspora."
President Jacob Zuma of South Africa. May 25, 2012
August Action CalendarClick: Sneak Preview
The Best of Teams Working withto give you an authentic African Renaissance Nite at the African Union Diaspora Legacy Gala and Awards..
The Cuisine from Motherland.Learn more on how African ethnic food is influencing global tasteClick on:
The Intergovernmental Regions of the African UnionGo to West African Inter-governmental Region: ECOWASSlide Presentation. ECOWAS - Harnessing Diaspora Initiatives for Subregional Development:Press: 2nd ECOWAS Diaspora Conference: Click3rd ECOWAS Diaspora Conference scheduled in July 2014Go to Southern Africa Inter-governmental Region: SADCVisit: SADC Diaspora USAGo to East Africa Inter-governmental Region: EACGo to North Africa Inter-governmental Region: Maghreb
Dr. Dlamini Nkosazana-ZumaChair of the African Union CommissionIn 2012, in South Africa, the African Union adopted what is known as the African Union Diaspora Legacy Projects.President Mohamed Ould Aziz of Mauritania, Current Chairman of the African UnionThe Five Africa Union Diaspora Projects provide opportunities for the Africa Diaspora to be engaged and acknowledged as a vital sector in Africa's self-reliant growth.On the occasion of the historic US-Africa Summit on August 5-6, 2014, the African Union, through its Citizen and Diaspora Organizations department, requested a program with the Diaspora alongside the US-Africa Summit.The mutual working relationship between the African governments and the Diaspora will facilitate the ability to identify, prioritize, and utilize available skills and resources from the Diaspora in building a prosperous and peaceful Africa. The Projects are:African Diaspora Skills Database
Africa Diaspora Development Market for African Development
African Institute for Remittances
African Diaspora Investment Fund
African Diaspora Volunteer Corps
To get more details on each Project and to register for the African Union Diaspora Legacy Project Plenary Session and Workshop on August 4, 2014, from 8:30am to 3:30pm: Click on: GET DETAILSThe August 4th Program is informed by Organizing and Feed-back, African Union Diaspora Task Team 2011-2012 programs, Community-Based Participatory Research and partnership with Africa Diaspora Sixth Region groups.
Monday August 4: 10am-4:00pmVital and Vibrant Africa: A ShowcaseAfrica's diverse and unique resources, from Algeria to Zimbabwe, showcase Africa of socioeconomic opportunities, touristic destinations, educational excellence, civilizations, cultural enrichment, and global partnerships.In this enlightening and innovative exposition, you will interact and learn from each national exhibition the vibrancy and vitality of Africa in the global society and the resilience her people.
The African Union Diaspora Legacy Banquet Gala, Music Concert and AwardsMonday August 4, 2014: 7:30pm.
Theme:The Essence of EmpowermentFor more information on the thrilling features and reservation in this authentic and enthralling Gala Banquet with Africa on the Runway, Musical Performance by African Talents, Youth Presentation: READ More
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Greetings. Civic involvement can move a mountain of barriers. The difference is the change desired. I am Jennifer Gray-Brumskine with a goodwill reminder of the substance of the African Union Diaspora Legacy Projects, which are the formal vehicles adopted by the African Union to engage the Africa Diaspora in constructive, self-reliant African developments.Enlightening discourse and networking opportunities await participants in the solution-oriented African Union Diaspora Project Workshop of choice. We will have an African Buffet Luncheon Conversation on the US-Africa Summit Again, here is the link to get more details and register: ClickWith the Thrill of Vital and Vibrant Africa Showcase!ClickI think, I think, I think Africa will provide daily updates including pictures of the Africa the media does show:Click on: Jesmed SumaYou are welcome. This is the first of its kind, an authentic representation of Africa Union Diaspora on the Substance with grass-roots stakeholders as well as thought leaders.We are delighted to have you join a broad spectrum of committed constituents in advancing the ideals of the African Union Diaspora Legacy Projects. Our common goal to build conscientious, active communities in the Diaspora and enable a strong and prosperous Africa are unwavering. Let us hit the ground running.Each region in Africa is covered as well as the Sixth Region. The self-representation empowers and adds strength in diversity. We encourage leaders with hands-on working relationship with various communities to come on board for this remarkable response to AU-CIDO's request for a proposed Africa Diaspora Program alongside the US-Africa Summit: Click.Mr. Tegi Obanda ( click: Tegi Obanda ) and Nana Farika Berhane ( click: Nana Farika Beharne) and more coordinators will ensure experience guides the process for substantive, evidence-based outcomes.MsJoeThere are surprise packages at the African Union Diaspora Legacy Gala Banquet, Musical Concert with Africa on the Runway and the Honors to close a remarkable August Action on August 4, 2014. See you next week for another edition of Friday Flourish on Monday August 4, 2014.Don't forget to make your Reservation for the Exquisite African Union Legacy Gala Banquet and Features of Magnificience
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