USA Africa Dialogue Series - KOFA International and its President Dada Ganiyu, past President of Nigeria In the Diaspora - America (NIDO-A) Sponsor's the First Black President's Table - Martin Luther King Builder and Patron Table on March 28, 2015

Hello!

History is written in the ultimate way.  This is the first time Africans are rising in the pivotal Inside the Beltway to Appreciate the Strides that Paved Ways.  Well, the premium Table is off the table, sponsored by Kofa International for the First Black President of the United States!  Pope  Francis' Table is offered to the "Men in Black."   Individuals, business or organizations can choose to sponsor an Icon's table. It should be  a notable person or group  in the field of historic leadership and  and/or civil rights. The narrative should include a historic, moral courage.   Rosa Parks Table is taken. The Blessed Virgin Mary is being bagged by Catholic women. Nelson Mandela, Kwame Nkrumah, The Casablanca Group, Abraham Lincoln, Tuskagee Airmen (the popular name of a group of African- American military pilots fighter and bomber who fought in World War II)  etc ......just inquire and sure, you will be glad with the documentary (filmed). Special Tables include Bring Back Our Girls!Awareness. Discover historic turns in  America and Africa ......and the current at global cause. Not the least.....the Social Entrepreneur and Innovator Table...named for.....surprise..surprise.....an ordinary couple that has done so much to give back to society.......

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Greetings:

The Community Builders Caucus  would be honored by your presence and participation  at the Martin Luther King Patron and Builder Dinner-Awards-Gala in the Roast and Toast Black History Month on Feb. 28, 2015. Who we are as a nation is a riveting story of  the tapestry of America's diversity. As a new and emerging, and fast growing Continental African population (with immigrant background), we are an integral part of America's narrative with our contributions, shared responsibility, trials and triumphs. More importantly, on February 28, 2015, we will salute the advocacy and  valor that promote an  equitable, inclusive and  viable America, which makes it easier for African  immigrants to achieve. In deed, we are  beneficiaries of these values that others fought for. We are also mindful of the barriers many face - they are members of the African community without a voice but their causes are championed by others beyond cultural, national or denominational organizations.  

The Honorees  embody the true spirit of sacrifice, duty, conscience and moral courage to dare so that more can achieve.  Please join  Maryland State Senator Jamie Raskin, the Keynote speaker, public officials and civic organizations to herald the legacies.

In this mail,  there are another information and events on Martin Luther King Service Day that complement the program. Please also find  socio-economic opportunities with  various counties and cities. 

With much optimism, we hope you can participate in this unique program, which supports research and policies to improve the quality of life of African immigrants. Please, you can share this information with your members and outlets.

On behalf of Community Builders Caucus

www.caslight.org

240-706-6885

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Martin Luther King   The Selma Cast with Oprah took to the Streets on MLK Day Monday January 17, 2015   In the Black  History Month  in the Month of February Continental African  Community Builders  Caucus  and Partnerships Present Martin Luther King  Builder and Patron  Dinner-Awards-Gala   With Live! from Africa Black History  Showcase. When? Closing Black History Month on Saturday Febuary 28, 2015. 5:00pm to 11:p.m. 5:00pm- 7:00pm Africa Safari  Taste and Wine Cocktail Meet and Greet. Venue: Claridge Room St. Catherine Labouré. 11801 Claridge Road, Wheaton, MD 20902 To Benefit What Cause? Research, Policies and Advocacy on African immigrant access to opportunities. The Keynote Speaker of the Martin Luther King Builder and Patron Dinner-Awards-Gala in Roast and Toast Black History Month 2015  Senator Jamie Raskin , Leader of the Maryland District 20 Delegation, Maryland House of Assembly. Chair, Executive Nomination Committee Senate Chair, Joint Committee on Legislative Ethics, Member, Joint Committee on Federal Relations. *These are among other porfolios. Senator Raskin is also a Law Professor at American University, Washington, DC Honoree  Councilman George Leventhal President, Montgomery County Council, Maryland. Honoree Casa de Maryland Click Honorees: Artists With One Voice We Shall Overcome Ebola. Watch Video: Click:    Honoree  Russ Campbell, Jr Chairman, Montgomery County Human Rights Commission, Inductee, Human Rights Hall of Fame.   Dear Patrons and Friends of Community Development: The courtesy of your   patronage of  the  First Continental African Martin Luther King Builder and Patron Dinner-Awards-Gala will help in answering life's most persistent and urgent question to keep alive the  legacy of Martin Luther King.  As individuals and communities, we are beneficiaries of the Dream and the gains of Civil Rights because someone made it easier for us to achieve. The theme will be highlighted by  theatrical presentations of exemplary valor  with  public officials, constituents, and advocates saluting the courage and talent at the service of humanity. The special honorees (see left) exemplify the indelible difference  that a person or a group can make in  building  a more humane society beyond individual organizations and national borders.                      Roast and Toast to  Black History Month Let us explore and share the beauty and contributions to our  multicultural society and world civilization.  To make your group or individal reservation,  please respond to mail or call the contact numbers. 240:706-6886 or Bishop Roberts at 240-462-3150.  Individual reservation is $50.00 and a group of 10 is $450.00 Sponsors and Vendor Exibition Booths are welcomed and  would be profiled in the program booklet. Please read, below, some of the significant features of February 28, 2015, what happened on Martin King's Service Day and  other advancements in February 2015 and the Spring ABCD. The Safari Cocktail begins at 6:30pm at the Martin Luther King Builders and Patron Dinner-Awards-Gala on February 28, 2015. Displays and Brochures on: African Ethnic crops  Grown in the Locality,  Demand and Marketability In Collaboration with Ethnic  and Specialty Crop Department, University of the District of Columbia's  College of  Agriculture,  Urban Sustainability and Environmental Science (CAUSES), whose mission  offers research-based academic and community outreach programs that improve the quality of life and economic opportunity of people and communities in the District of Columbia, the nation and the world.  Teaming with Opportunities  Maryland - National Capital Park and Planning Commission and Prince George's County.  Explore and Apply the Lesson and Enjoy the Experience Alexandra Teaff, Director of Community Relations Manager Maryland -National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County Public Affairs and Marketing Division This time, the community's old  friend has more in store on doing business with the  M-NCPPC, the county, free or low cost facilities and amenities; available programs and community  input.  Examples of vendor relationship include providing services and products  such as catering, food, cleaning, teaching a class, etc. Information on bidding on contracts and employment will be presented. For those who to partner or volunteer to improve your skills, there is  a spot.  Overall, how does the Continental African community build relationship with the county, M-NCPPC and take advantage of the diverse opportunities to improve the lives of residents? So save the Date: Friday Feb. 27,  2015 at 7:00pm. Same place as in 2009 at the Langley Park Commmunity Center.  Please call 240-706-6885 to make your free reservation for yourself or as a representative of a business or organization. Click to read more from 6 years ago: Community Saturday January 17, 2017 Touch and Lift up with Service beyond self or own's organization.  How did we teach on Martin Luther King's Day? 1965: Freedom Riders: The Marches, including Selma, Montgomery, brought together the conscientious beyond color lines in  quest for equal opportunity. The Marches were the peak of the political and emotional Civil Rights Movement. Below: 1965: From Left: Baynard Rustin, Andrew Young, William Ryan (New York Congressman), James Farmer and current Congressman John Lewis. Below: January 19,  2015. With Oprah, the cast of Selma took to the streets. 1965  2015: Give each youth the opportunity to actualize his or her fullest potentials. Mentor a high school student through his/her journey to college, including timely applications and identification of resources such as  scholarship and  financial assistance. Coming up in April 2015:  Follow-up on the Data: ABCD Round-table The Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) uses  assets within the community as the primary building blocks of sustainable community development.     By strengthening and building on the skills and expertise of residents, the resourcefulness of associations or groups,  and the supportive functions of local institutions and governments, ABCD draws upon available community strengths to build stronger, dynamic and empowered community that addresses the needs of constituents. Therefore, a critical part of building a healthy and functional community is understanding the existing and potential strengths of individuals and organized entities. The purpose is  to match needs with resources for community empowerment.   Stakeholders at the Breakfast Roundtable on Community Asset Inventory will conduct assessments in order facilitate:  1) Community education on the inter-connectedness of development, which brings together stakeholders working on similar or complementary causes  to achieve effective and efficient results.  2) Ways to recognize  talents and  abilities,  and inspire  individuals and groups, including youths,  to contribute toward civic and community development. 3) The shifting from dependency on  outside sources to an empowered, self-reliant, self-representing constituency. Dear Reader, thank you for supporting the Builders. For more information, please contact: 240-706-6885; 240-462-3450 Best regards,  Community Builders Caucus Continental African Services

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