 Save the Date: 5th Annual DC Africa Festival
 Each year, the Mayor’s Annual Africa Festival celebrates diverse
communities of the District’s African diaspora through art, culture, food,
history, and music. Since its inception in 2010, the Festival has fast become
one of the District’s most anticipated cultural events drawing thousands of
attendees. The event stands as a unique testament to the unprecedented growth and
presence of the District’s African residents. It further echoes the goals of OAA’s
Multicultural Awareness and Community Building Program –celebrating the varied identities of African people;
promoting the different cultures within the District’s African community; and encouraging all District residents to learn about African heritage, customs, and
history.
Please find key
details below, RSVP soon and don’t miss this momentous event!
Date: Sunday, August 3, 2014
Time: 12 pm – 6pm
Location: TBA
RSVP REQUIRED: Click here to Register
Vendor Information: Click here for Vendor Application
Volunteering Recruitment: Click here for Volunteer
Application
Questions? Contact OAA at 202-727-5634; oaa@dc.gov or visit our website: www.oaa.dc.gov
Save the Date: OAA's Health Industry Workshop
The DC Mayor’s Office on African Affairs is hosting its third sector-based workshop this year. The program will open with remarks and presentations by District government agencies and other resource groups followed by a networking session. Topics include health care delivery system, wellness, hiring opportunities, health professional licensing, training, and certification programs. Health professionals and service providers are highly encouraged to attend. Please stay tuned for details on how to RSVP.
When: Tuesday | August 12, 2014 |4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: Citywide Conference Room 1117| 441 4th Street NW |Washington, DC |20002
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Mayor Gray, U.S. State Department, and Diplomatic Community Honor 10 Stewards of Sustainability
 Honorees’ Commitment Moves District Closer to Achieving Sustainable DC Goals
On Thursday, June 26, 2014, Mayor Gray honored 10 individuals, businesses, civic organizations, and embassies for demonstrating outstanding achievements and leadership in sustainable practices. “Creating a greener, healthier, and more livable city today and for generations to come requires collaboration and commitment from local government and the private sector. Our winners today have moved us all a step closer to achieving the goals of our Sustainable DC Plan,” said Mayor Gray.
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District Joins National ‘Target Cities’ Program, Heralding a New Era of Urban Leadership in Sustainability
City’s Three EcoDistricts Underscore Goals of the Sustainable DC Plan
This week, the District of Columbia joined the Target Cities Program, an elite group of North American cities committed to becoming global leaders in sustainability through neighborhood-scale projects that emphasize environmental performance, social equity and economic growth. Target Cities is a two-year partnership of nine development projects across just seven North American cities. It is designed to amplify and accelerate neighborhood-scale economic and environmental restoration and create replicable models for urban revitalization.
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Mayor Gray and Department of Health officials Announce District’s 2013 HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and TB Report
On Wednesday, July 2, 2014, Mayor Gray and officials from the Department of Health introduced the 2013 District of Columbia HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD and TB Epidemiology Annual Report. The 2013 HIV/AIDS report provides the annual update on the state of HIV, hepatitis, STDs and TB in the District through the end of 2011. It also includes a more in-depth look at behavioral risk factor contribution to HIV infection among heterosexuals.
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US Conference of Mayors Recognizes District for Leadership on Climate Change for Second Straight Year
Award Highlights Innovative Strategies to Ensure a More Sustainable DC
Last week, the US Conference of Mayors honored the District of Columbia for its exemplary work cutting energy use in public buildings, new building codes that advance energy conservation and green construction practices, and stormwater-management policies to expand green areas and reduce harmful runoff into District waterways. The recognition took place at the US Conference of Mayors’ 82nd Annual Conference in Dallas. Mayor Gray attended and accepted the award on behalf of the District.
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D.C. minimum wage jumps to $9.50, will continue to climb until 2016
(WJLA) - The ever-changing H Street was busy on Tuesday. One of the
bustling shops in Northeast is the newly opened H Street Market, where
George Ayale is the General Manager.
"Minimum wage, it should be raised in some way, somehow," he says.
Starting Tuesday in D.C., workers paid minimum wage will make more money, as it jumps from $8.25 to $9.50 an hour.
The city’s plan, says Ayale, benefits both the worker and employee:
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First Elected Public Official of African Immigrant Background in Maryland
Councilman Edouard Haba is the first elected public official of African immigrant background in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Councilman Haba represents the 4th District in the City of Hyattsville Council. He spent his childhood in the West African nation of Guinea and his young adulthood in Rome. “Living in different countries has left me with an understanding of how to deal with diverse people," said Haba. "This is a very diverse city, and it would be nice to see that reflected in the city council, to give a voice to this diversity.
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New York City Approves Municipal ID Cards for Undocumented Immigrants
The New York City Council has approved the use of municipal identification cards that will provide its nearly half a million undocumented residents with a way to prove their identity. Democracy Now! co-host and New York Daily News columnist Juan González says the progressive initiative is a big step forward for the immigrant community. He also discusses one of the Democrats’ most closely watched races. This week, 84-year-old Rep. Charles Rangel of New York declared victory over State Sen. Adriano Espaillat in a rematch of their 2012 primary, and secured his 23rd term in office.
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Congressional Visit to Nigeria
Representative Steve Stockman led a congressional delegation including Reps. Frederica Wilson, Sheila Jackson-Lee, Lois Frankel and Louie Gohmert to Nigeria. The purpose of the trip was to further investigate the kidnapping of nearly 300 female students from Chibok, in northeastern Nigeria and receive briefings related to the ongoing threat of Boko Haram throughout the region.
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First fellows selected for African diaspora initiative
A first round of 33 African-born academics working in North America have been selected for 31 projects at 24 universities across Africa under the Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program – and a deadline for new applications is looming. Scholars in the diaspora are being supported to return to Africa for academic collaborations initiated by African institutions.
The deadline for a second application cycle is 21 July, and diaspora scholars and African host institutions are being urged to apply now. The next fellows will be announced in October, for project visits to Africa between December 2014 and August 2015.
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The Real Deal on Synthetic Drugs
This symposium on
synthetic drugs will bring behavioral health, medical, legislative,
criminal justice, social services, and business leaders together to
examine the landscape of synthetic drugs in the District of Columbia.
Subject matter experts will describe the innovative approaches being
taken both nationally and locally to address this issue; report on the
progress that has been made locally since last year's symposium; and
continue the dialogue on local response strategies.
When: Thursday|July 17, 2014|8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Where: Kellogg Conference Hotel at Gallaudet University |800 Florida Ave NE |Washington, DC |20002
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US-Africa Trade in the Textile Industry
Join The Association of Women in International Trade in a discussion with the experts about the Trade Africa Initiative, public-private partnerships and challenges and opportunities in the clothing and textile industry in Africa.
When: Thursday, July 10, 2014 |12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Where: Sandler Travis & Rosenberg, P.A. |Ronald Reagan Building |1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW |Suite 400 |Washington, DC |20004
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How Jumia Is Adapting E-Retail To Africa
I recently spoke with Jeremy Hodara Co-CEO of Africa Internet Holding, about a particularly intriguing subject: How do you adapt online retail to the specific needs of markets that are much less developed than the U.S. or Europe?
AIH owns seven Internet businesses in Africa, ranging from food delivery, classified advertising sites, hotel bookings. But its most ambitious project is e-retailer Jumia, which is fast expanding across the continent.
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ProBiz 2014 Small Business Procurement Conference
ProBiz 2014
is the most Significant Small and Minority Business Procurement
Conference in the Mid-Atlantic Region. A great opportunity for
public and private sector procurement officials to engage with competent
and capable small and minority contractors. The main event is the
day-long exposition with information-packed concurrent seminars and
workshops featuring the leading experts in every field of procurement,
information technology opportunities, construction development, finance,
marketing intelligence, certification, export-import, supplies and
commodities, services, staffing and much more.
When: Thursday | July 17, 2014 |7:30 am to 5:00 pm
Where: Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill|400 New Jersey Ave NW|Washington, DC |20001
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Social Media for Nonprofits-Washington, D.C 2014
Social Media for Nonprofits will bring together nonprofit decision-makers and supporters in the Washington, D.C. area to share practical tips and tools for fundraising, marketing, and advocacy. Speakers will address a variety of topics in a series of short, TED-meets-Twitter style talks and interactive workshops.
When: Monday, July 14, 2014| 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where: FHI 360 Conference Center| 1825 Connecticut Avenue Northwest|Washington, DC|20009
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Refugee Home-Based Child Care Microenterprise Development Project (HHS)
Department of Health and Human Services announces funds to implement home-based child care (HBCC) training and mentoring programs for refugees. Although the focus will be on refugee women, all services provided to refugee women under HBCCMED are available to refugee men who are able to benefit from these services.
Deadline: Wednesday, July 16, 2014
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Helping At-Risk Youth Grants
Ober/Kaler Law Firm announces funds for nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and public schools dedicated to addressing the education and welfare needs of at-risk children and youth ranging from 10,000 to 15,000. In, addition, financial support organizations may apply for a special volunteer supplement of 10-20 Ober/Kaler’s employees.
Deadline: Monday, August 4, 2014
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Exemplary Health Services Programs Honored - Monroe E. Trout Premier Cares Award
The Monroe E. Trout Premier Cares Award was established to recognize exemplary programs nationwide that have made health services more accessible to a specific medically underserved population. The award honors innovative programs that support people excluded from or underserved by the mainstream health delivery system, including farm workers, homeless children, pregnant teens, low-income mothers and infants, and individuals who don’t have the strength or means to reach a clinic or hospital.
Deadline: Thursday, July 31, 2014
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Community Impact Grants Program
Home Depot Foundation announces funds for organizations to use volunteers to improve the physical health of their communities. These are gift cards in-kind grants used to purchase tools, materials, or services.
Deadline: Friday, August 15, 2014
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21 Free Non-profit Webinars for July 2014
School’s out for summer, but there are many non-profit webinars available throughout July. We’ve rounded up 21 free webinars on topics such as: “10 Things Your Nonprofit Website Needs,” “Tips & Tricks for Successful Grantseeking,” “Social Media & Volunteer Engagement,” strategies for finding another hour in your day; and much more!
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Connect.DC - Partnership Opportunity.
Connect.DC is the District of Columbia’s Digital Inclusion Initiative created by the DC Office of the Chief Technology Officer. Connect.DC works to bridge the digital divide in five key areas. This partnership model leverages resources among government agencies, private sector entities and local nonprofit stakeholders to maximize community impact. Through the partnership with national nonprofit EveryoneOn, Connect.DC is offering options of home Internet service for $10 or less a month and $150 computers for low-income individuals and families.
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Free Outdoor Yoga Classes at Georgetown Waterfront Park
Outdoor yoga classes are back this summer! Join Student Intern Network members and friends each and every Saturday near the fountain. Register for free, and feel free to spread the word. Please arrive to check-in by 9:00am.
When: Every Saturday |9:30 am - 10:30 am
Where: Georgetown Waterfront Park |Water St NW |Washington, DC 20007
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2014 Farmers Market
Get your fresh produce and more at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) farmers market.
When: May 17, 2014 - November 22, 2014 |8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Where: UDC Law School Building|4340 Connecticut Ave NW| Washington DC|20008
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Spiritual Healing Festival
Through the beneficial and inspirational traditions of Akan culture and spirituality, dance, and music, the Spiritual Healing Festival will highlight African culture from Ghana, West Africa. The Akan tradition emphasizes living in harmony with all parts of our mental, emotional, spiritual and physical being as well as our natural environments.
When: Saturday, July 12, 2014 |2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Where: Anacostia Park |1900 Anacostia Drive, SE |Washington, DC |20020
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District of Columbia to Offer Healthy Summer Meals for Kids
Children and teens can access free nutritious meals and snacks at more than 300 sites across the District of Columbia through the DC Free Summer Meals Program. The program is administered locally by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education. In an effort to combat the reduced access and availability of nutritional foods during the summer months when school is out, participating meal sites serve breakfast and lunch to all District children and teens up to 18 years of age.
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Summerfest 2014 - Washington, D.C.
Alumni, students and staff from five top graduate programs in international affairs invite you to attend this reception. Hear about graduate programs, career opportunities and network with professionals in international affairs. Representatives from Columbia University, Georgetown University, Johns Hopkins University, Princeton University, and Tufts University will be in attendance.
When: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 |5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: The Johns Hopkins University Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies |1740 Massachusetts Ave NW |Washington, DC |20036
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Elevate: Where Events Meet Innovation
After selling out in New York in 2013, Elevate is launching in Washington, D.C., with a crowd-sourced program designed to maximize attendee learning. Don’t miss the keynote filled with ideas and inspiration from social media guru, Erik Qualman, author of Socialnomics. Then choose from one of three morning workshops on PR and marketing, sponsorships, or fund-raising. Network with your peers at the Elevate Lunch and Q&A session with special guest André Wells.
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2014 National Diversity MBA Summit
Join admissions directors from the nation’s top business schools for the second annual National Diversity MBA Summit, hosted by the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University in conjunction with The Stratus Foundation and Stratus Prep. The Summit is an outstanding opportunity for diverse, talented MBA candidates to engage with representatives from leading MBA programs and gain significant knowledge about business school admissions to ensure a successful application.
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Young Education Professionals- DC
Edu-Jobs will provide you with the opportunity to engage with leaders representing a wide range of education sectors – including Capitol Hill, the Department of Education, locally- and nationally-focused nonprofits, and schools – and discuss strategies for finding, getting, and advancing in a career in education.
When: Monday, July 14, 2014 6:30PM- 9PM
Where: American Federation of Teachers (AFT) building, 555 New Jersey Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20001
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IAMCP Women In Technology Charity Luncheon
Join the IAMCP Women in Technology at the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference for a special charity event featuring guest speaker Cheryl Cook, Vice President Global Channels & Alliances, Dell. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the work and make a gift for the Partners for Good Challenge, which benefits YouthSpark organizations including Girls Who Code. Girls Who Code programs are an innovative approach to computer science education that pair intensive instruction in robotics, web design, and mobile development with high-touch mentorship and exposure led by the industry's top female engineers and entrepreneurs.
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The P.E.A.R.L.S. Monologues
The P.E.A.R.L.S. Monologues is about teenage girls, for their communities, their families, their mentors and their peers. These stories detail the trials and tribulations of growing up, not only as a teenager, but as a female in the 21st century. There are 13 monologues, from bullying, teen pregnancy, poverty, dating violence, drugs and alcohol, societal pressures and more.
When: Thursday, July 10, 2014 |7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: The Mead Theatre |916 G St NW |Washington, DC |20004
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July Africa Policy Breakfast
Congressmember Karen Bass with co-hosts Senator Chris Coons, Representative Eliot Engel, and Representative Chris Smith invite you to participate in the July Africa Policy Breakfast on Instability in Northern Nigeria and the ongoing threat of Boko Haram.
When: Thursday, July 10, 2014 |8:00 am - 10:00 am
Where: Cannon Caucus Room | 345 Cannon House Office Building |US House of Representatives |Washington, DC |20540
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“SOCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY SUMMIT”
On August 5th 2014, Presidents of all African countries will converge in Washington DC for President Obama’s African Leadership Summit. The International Association of African Non-Governmental Organizations (IAAN) has been given the honor to host the Social Accountability Summit which will be held on August 7th-8th 2014 as a side event to the African Leadership Summit.
When: Thursday, August 7 - 9, 2014 |10:00 am
Where: Washington Marriott Georgetown | 1221 22nd St NW |Washington, DC |20037
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Want Your Event Featured in the 'African Beat'?
'The African Beat' is distributed to over 6,000 subscribers every other Friday. If you would like to submit your event to be included in our calendar, please submit the following event details: what, when, & where, and provide a link to where readers can go for more information. Submission deadline for the next edition is Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 5:00pm (Send all materials, along with any questions, to oaa@dc.gov).
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