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Let’s All Pull Together: Reflections from Harambee 2023

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She and my great-grandfather worked as sharecroppers while raising eight children. Panelists from Brazil, Kenya, and Jamaica discussed the importance of empowering communities in the African diaspora. I shared about my great-grandmother, “Lil Mama,” who was born in Louisiana 30 years after the end of slavery and lived until 108.

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What if no one wants to help the people you are helping?

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This summer, I had the privilege of travelling to Montego Bay, Jamaica to lead a Board retreat for the Jamaican Christian School for the Deaf and Servant’s Heart Jamaica. My guide told me that I probably saw more of the true island that 90% of the people who visit Jamaica. Not so in Jamaica.

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Client Spotlight: National Society of Black Engineers

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The first international chapter was established in London in 1992 and the NSBE has since expanded to Ghana, Nigeria, Canada, Germany, China, Jamaica, Trinidad, and more. The organization now boasts over 790 chapters worldwide. One of their most popular programs for young engineers is the Summer Engineering Experience for Kids (SEEK) program.

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Jewish Television Network Delivers Online Religious Service

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We are watching from San Antonio with 2 of our children having the Swine Flu. From the sunny island of Jamaica in the Caribbean. After being recently divorced, my family, two grown beautiful children, with their wonderful mother, were in shul this evening in NYC. Thank you for allowing us to participate. You are fabulous.

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