We welcome the support of Bronx Borough President, Ruben Diaz Jr. for the Go Africa Carnival on 7/13/2019

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ruben-diaz-jr-head-shot-1200We again welcome  the support of Bronx Borough President, Ruben Diaz Jr.

The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

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About Bronx Borough President, Ruben Diaz Jr.

Ruben Diaz Jr. first entered public office as a member of the New York State Assembly in 1997, and is currently serving his second full term as Bronx Borough President, having been reelected in November 2013 with more than 89 percent of the vote.
As borough president, Ruben Diaz Jr. has led the implementation of a robust agenda—on economic development, housing, education, and public safety—in every corner of the borough. The Bronx has seen over $7 billion in new development of all kinds since Borough President Diaz took office in 2009. This includes more than $600 million in housing, building nearly 13,000 new units, and the creation of more than 15,000 new jobs.
More than 14,000 new jobs have been created in The Bronx since 2009, thanks in large part to the continued partnership between Borough President Diaz, the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation and those seeking to do business in the borough. Major projects such as FreshDirect, the Kingsbridge National Ice Center, new retail developments in every corner of the borough and the Cary Leeds Tennis Center in Crotona Park are among the major contributors to the “New Bronx” renaissance, led by Borough President Diaz.
Borough President Diaz has also put forward a robust legislative agenda, having led the charge for a new “living wage” law in New York City, which passed in May 2012 and requires developers that receive heavy taxpayer funding for their project to pay the employees of that development a “living wage.” Borough President Diaz has also put forward legislation to create a public registry of felony gun offenders and curb illegal dirt bikes and ATV’s on our streets.
The borough president has also implemented several bold health initiatives, including the Bronx CAN—Changing Attitudes Now—program, which aims to make small changes in the lives of Bronxites, leading to greater health improvements in the long term. Borough President Diaz has also sponsored the creation of the Community Board Athletic Leadership League, or C-BALL. The goal of C-BALL is to promote physical activity through basketball while facilitating engagement within our community boards and with city agencies, such as the NYPD. Sponsoring partners include The Coca-Cola Foundation, Montefiore Medical Center and Healthfirst.
Since taking office in 2009 Borough President Diaz has provided millions in funding to projects of all types in every Bronx neighborhood, including new technology upgrades to borough schools, green roofs and boiler upgrades, park improvements and more. Borough President Diaz has also created a Public Housing Advisory Council, which meets to discuss and find answers to the issues faced by the residents of the borough’s public housing buildings; and an African Advisory Council, which works with the Bronx African community to resolve its emerging issues and make recommendations on strategies to improve the quality of life of this growing population.
Throughout his seven terms in the State Legislature, Ruben Diaz Jr. was a champion for working families in the Bronx. He demonstrated a passion for constituent service, social advocacy and community empowerment balanced with support for sensible, green economic development and job creation programs. He sponsored and secured passage of important and innovative laws to address the consequences of the intolerable levels of asthma in the South Bronx, healthcare insurance fraud, and quality of life concerns.
Borough President Diaz has proven himself to be a fearless and tireless advocate for justice and equality for all. A staunch defender of the environment, he is a leading voice against environmental racism and injustice and helped lead the fight to restore the Bronx River. Due to his tireless and relentless advocacy in the case of his constituent, Amadou Diallo – a law-abiding young African Bronx resident who was wrongly killed by four NYPD officers in a hail of 41 bullets – Ruben Diaz Jr. became known around the world for his advocacy for civil and human rights.
In the State Assembly, Ruben Diaz Jr. served as Chair of the Committee on Election Law and on the Assembly’s Standing Committees on Education, Ways & Means, Children and Families, Environmental Conservation and Transportation. He was also a member of the Assembly’s Puerto Rican and Hispanic Task Force and the Black/Puerto Rican and Asian Legislative Caucus.
A lifelong resident of the Bronx, Borough President Diaz lives in the Southeast Bronx with his wife Hilda Gerena Diaz and their two sons, Ruben Diaz III and Ryan Isaiah Diaz. He graduated from Lehman College, City University of New York, with a Bachelors degree in political theory. Borough President Diaz is also the recipient of honorary doctoral degrees in civil law from Berkeley College and Mercy College, and a doctoral degree in humane letters from the Metropolitan College of New York.

Visit UWP Books @ the Go Africa Carnival on 7/13/2019

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The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

About www.UWPBooks.com

UWP Books has a publishing purpose to produce social, anthropological, and ethnographical scholarship, histories that dignify the culturally diverse peoples who make up our society. We also promote the writing of urban histories that give centrality to the places we love. We want to strengthen the voices of the diaspora, though pioneering works that blend the fundamental need for peer-reviewed publications with the intricate interweaving of creativity through which Griots tell stories, be it biographies, cultural heritage, math, social sciences, medical, the environment and visual arts. Our books are well researched and richly illustrated, appealing to general readers as well as academic researchers.

 

UNIVERSAL WRITE PUBLICATIONS, LLC came about as a basic idea with one purpose: To write. The idea is that it is a Universal Right to Write, and it is with that tenacity, commitment, and deep resolve, that the CEO and publisher created this publication. Founded in 2002, UWP BOOKS has grown into a niche publisher based on the principle of Afrocentricity and African Centered ideology.

PURPOSE

UWP Books has a publishing purpose to produce social, anthological, and ethnographical scholarship that dignifies the rich histories of the culturally diverse peoples who make up our society. We want to strengthen the voices of the diaspora through pioneering works that blend the creativity through which Griots tell stories with the necessity of peer-reviewed publications. Be it pieces on cultural heritage, education, the environment, visual arts, or innovators, our books are well researched and richly illustrated, appealing to general readers as well as academic researchers.

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UWP Books is also committed to building a community of authors, scholars, readers and thinkers.  We believe we are living in a time of change, a time of purpose and time to make a difference in our individual spaces and places of cultural significance. We recognize the importance of social and historical memory, which draws from a diverse past to enrich our common future.

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See the 2020 U.S. Census team @ the Go Africa Carnival on 7/13/2019

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In times such as these, it is important to stand up and be counted.  the U.S 2020 Census team will be on hand to provide factual information for the community and assist your efforts toward fair representation.

The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

About the U.S. Census Bureau

What We Do

Our Mission

The Census Bureau’s mission is to serve as the nation’s leading provider of quality data about its people and economy.

Our Authority

The Census Bureau operates under Title 13 and Title 26 of the U.S. Code.

Our Goal

Our goal is to provide the best mix of timeliness, relevancy, quality and cost for the data we collect and services we provide.

 

 

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Sarah Malaika

Partnership Specialist

New York Regional Office

Field Division

U.S. Census Bureau

 

Cell: 929-318-7276

sarah.malaika@2020census.gov

 

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We Welcome the NYPD 28th Precinct Community Affairs Team to the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 7/13/2019

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The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

About the NYPD 28th Precinct:
The NYPD 28th Precinct Community Affairs department is tasked with improving and enhancing the relationships with all citizens and groups within the community

Precincts | 28th Precinct
Profile

Deputy Inspector Christopher M. McIntosh


Crime Statistics  
2271-89 8th Ave., New York, NY, 10027-5319
(212) 678-1611
The 28th Precinct is a largely residential community within Harlem with world-renowned status in the cultural/ethnic community, community organizations and institutions. The community is 86% residential, 9% commercial and the remaining areas consist of parks, churches and schools. The Precinct is situated in a location which is accessible to all major transportation arteries, all major subway lines and a network of bus lines.
Contact Information

Precinct: (212) 678-1611
Community Affairs: (212) 678-1622
Community Policing: (212) 678-2655
Crime Prevention: (212) 678-1622
Domestic Violence: (212) 678-1628
Youth Officer: (212) 678-1636
Auxiliary Coordinator: (212) 678-1615
Detective Squad: (212) 678-1608
Conditions Unit: (212) 678-2655
Community Council

President: Lehman Jake McGhee
Meetings: The precinct community council meetings are held on the Second Wednesday of every month at 1830hrs (except July & August) at Touro College, 230 West 124th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10027.The 28th Precinct enjoys a special relationship with the community for many years through good and bad times. This is a testament to the leadership at the 28th Precinct as well as the outreach by the Officers. This coupled with a strong Community Council and Clergy Liaison is the strength of our community.

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, reduce fear, and maintain order. The Department is committed to accomplishing its mission to protect the lives and property of all citizens of New York City by treating every citizen with courtesy, professionalism, and respect, and to enforce the laws impartially, fighting crime both through deterrence and the relentless pursuit of criminals.
VALUES

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE COMMUNITY, WE PLEDGE TO:

  • Protect the lives and property of our fellow citizens and impartially enforce the law.
  • Fight crime both by preventing it and by aggressively pursuing violators of the law.
  • Maintain a higher standard of integrity than is generally expected of others because so much is expected of us.
  • Value human life, respect the dignity of each individual and render our services with courtesy and civility.

Services Agency Profile: We Welcome the NYC Commission on Human Rights to the Go Africa Carnival on 7/13/2019

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The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

about The New York City Commission on Human Rights

The New York City Human Rights Law is one of the most comprehensive civil rights laws in the nation.
The Law prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations based on race, color, religion/creed, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender (including sexual harassment), gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, marital status, and partnership status. Interns, whether paid or not, are considered employees under the Law.
In addition, the Law affords protection against discrimination in employment based on unemployment status, arrest or conviction record, credit history, caregiver status, and status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, and sex offenses.
The Law affords additional protections in housing based on lawful occupation, family status, any lawful source of income, and status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, and sex offenses.
The City Human Rights Law also prohibits retaliation, discriminatory harassment, and bias-based profiling by law enforcement.
The New York City Commission on Human Rights is charged with the enforcement of the Human Rights Law, Title 8 of the Administrative Code of the City of New York, and with educating the public and encouraging positive community relations. The Commission is divided into two major bureaus — Law Enforcement and Community Relations:

  • The Community Relations Bureau provides public education about the Human Rights Law and helps cultivate understanding and respect among the City’s many diverse communities through its borough-based Community Service Centers and numerous educational and outreach programs.  Learn more about the Community Relations Bureau


Learn about the New York City Human Rights Law 

Contact Information
Christelle N. Onwu, MSW
Human Rights Specialist
New York City Commission on Human Rights
1932 Arthur Avenue, 2ndFloor Room 203A| Bronx, NY 10457
t: 718 579 6705 | f: 646 500 7035 | NYC.gov/HumanRights

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Visit Showokto by FAWENZO Designs (THE Original African Denim) @ The Go Africa Carnival on 7/13/2019

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Visit FAWENZO Designs (THE Original African Denim) @ The Go Africa Carnival on 7/13/2019

The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

 

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THE Original African Denim … Hand made African Denim for both male and female in exotic African colours and patterns … interested ?

 

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See the Black Panther & other acts at the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 713/2019

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The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

See the Black Panther  along with Magician, Appearance, Crowning Ceremony, Face Painting, Temporary Tattoos, Magic Show W/ Live Rabbit, Cotton Candy, Balloon Animals, Bubble Games,
Interactive Games, Singing & Dancing, Music

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We welcome U.S. Congressman Adriano Espaillat support of the Go Africa Carnival 2021 on 7/10/2021

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The Go Africa Carnival 2021 will take place on  7/10/2021

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2021.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001
We welcome the support of the Congressman again this year!
Rep. Adriano Espaillat
United States Congress
Representing New York’s 13th Congressional District

U.S. Representative Adriano Espaillat proudly represents New York’s Thirteenth Congressional District. He was sworn into office on January 3, 2017, during the 115th Congress.

Congressman Espaillat was born in the Dominican Republic in 1954 and came to the United States with his family when he was nine years old.  He grew up in the Washington Heights neighborhood in New York City and is the first Dominican-American to serve in the United States Congress.  Congressman Espaillat currently serves as a member of the influential U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee, the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, and the House Select Committee on Small Business.  He is a member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) and serves as Chairman of the CHC Task Force for Transportation, Infrastructure and Housing.

A steadfast champion for working- and middle-class New Yorkers, Congressman Espaillat is a staunch advocate of a fair living wage, immediate and effective investments in affordable housing, meaningful criminal justice reform, infrastructure improvements, expanded youth programs, and better educational opportunities.

Throughout the tenure of his career in public service, Congressman Espaillat has been a vocal advocate for protecting tenants, improving schools, and making serious, smart investments in economic development, job creation, and environmental protection.  Prior to coming to Congress, he served as a New York State Senator during which he represented the neighborhoods of Marble Hill, Inwood, Washington Heights, Hamilton Heights, West Harlem, the Upper West Side, Hell’s Kitchen, Clinton, and Chelsea.

While in the New York State Senate, Congressman Espaillat served as the Ranking Member of the Senate Housing, Construction, and Community Development Committee; Chairman of the Senate Puerto Rican/Latino Caucus; and as a member of the Environmental Conservation, Economic Development, Codes, Insurance, and Judiciary committees. Prior to his tenure as a state senator, he served in the New York State Assembly, and in 1996 became the first Dominican-American elected to a state legislature.  In 2002, Espaillat was elected chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus.

Prior to entering elected office, Congressman Espaillat served as the Manhattan Court Services Coordinator for the NYC Criminal Justice Agency, a non-profit organization that provides indigent legal services and works to reduce unnecessary pretrial detention and post-sentence incarceration costs.  He later worked as Director of the Washington Heights Victims Services Community Office, an organization offering counseling and other services to families of victims of homicides and other crimes, and as the Director of Project Right Start, a national initiative funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to combat substance abuse by educating the parents of pre-school children.

Congressman Espaillat is a proud father and grandfather.

Visit Da Spot NYC @ the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 7/13/2019

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The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

Established in April 2017 and located in DUMBO, Brooklyn, Da Spot NYC is a trendy boutique featuring unique apparel and accessories. When DA SPOT NYC first opened its doors on May 21st, 2017, it encompassed only three independent brands in addition to those of its creators. DA SPOT NYC has since doubled its space, and now houses over 25 local and independent designers. Most notably, DA SPOT NYC is a platform for creatives and it hosts monthly events at the Shops in collaboration with C.A.N.V.A.S RAW Art Gallery. Each event features a designer and an artist allowing for more visibility, networking and shared creativity.
In 2018, DA SPOT NYC will begin hosting group workshops for creatives and entrepreneurs looking to grow their brands. DA SPOT NYC is more than just a boutique, it is a “platform for creativity”.
Shop DOPE apparel, trendy accessories, natural body care & home goods by local & independent urban fashion brands. We love good vibes, hustle and grind, empowerment, inspirational quotes, conscious hip-hop and ratchet music. More than a clothing boutique. It’s “a collection of creativity”. We do it for the culture!

FIND US

145 Front Street, 16 B
Brooklyn, New York
@DASPOTNYC
Call (347) 903-6729

Visit Scotch Bonnet Grill @ the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 70/13/2019

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The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

About Scotch Bonnet Grill 
Scotch Bonnet Grill is a catering service and food product company that specializes in artisan foods and authentic Jamaican cuisine. A passion for cooking and the belief that food is one of the best ways to experience any culture has allowed Scotch Bonnet Grill to deliver a taste of Jamaica to its customers through carefully curated menus and flavorful food for any event. Our focus is always to provide a delicious culinary experience and it is our belief that it starts with fresh ingredients. From the very beginning, we developed our own seasonings and sauces from scratch without harsh preservatives. We take pride in being able to share Scotch Bonnet Grill’s signature sauces and seasonings that our customers have come to know and love. Our products make it easy to bring the flavors of Jamaica to your meal. Whether you are “cooking with us” or enjoying our catering, we promise to deliver flavors and foods that are inspired by Jamaica,crafted for everyone.
The mission is to usher SBG from an event/catering service to an upscale restaurant that serves meals which remind Jamaicans and new comers to the cuisine of good home cooking..

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