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• MOAA Frontpage
• What's New with Your Mayor?
• Newsworthy
• Business Square
• Non-Profit Niche
• Health & Wellness
• Rolling in Resources
• Act! Speak Up! 
• You Should Go
• Get Hired 

*UPCOMING EVENTS*

Evening at the Embassy of Ghana

Join Embassy Events for Young Professionals  for a special taste of Ghanaian food, drinks, music, cultural dancing, diplomats, fashion, film, and more at this African treasure.

When: Friday, June 10, 2016 | 7:30 pm -10:30 pm

Where: 3512 International Drive NW | Washington, DC | 20008

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3rd Annual Cameroon Economic & Investment Forum

Cameroon in Washington, DC, Prince George’s County EDC Office and Montgomery County Department of Economic Development will host the “Third Annual Cameroon Economic and Investment Forum”.

When: Friday, June 10, 2016 | 9:00 am - Saturday, June 11, 2016 | 2:00 am

Where:  Silver Spring Civic Center |  1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, Maryland  | 20901

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Mu Lambda Black & Gold Gala

Mu Lambda Foundation of Washington, DC, will host the Black and Gold Scholarship Gala. This unprecedented affair will proudly celebrate the accomplishments and efforts of Metropolitan Washington young African American men and nationally recognized prominent leaders.

When: Saturday, June 11, 2016 |  6:00 pm - Sunday, June 12, 2016 | 12:00 am

Where:  University of District of Columbia Student Center | 4200 Connecticut Ave., NW | Washington , DC |  20008

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Arts of the Monsoon Public Premiere

Join the National Museum of African Art for the public premiere of the feature film Arts of the Monsoon! This documentary (58 min., in English, Arabic, and Swahili with English subtitles) explores cultural exchanges along the Indian Ocean coastline through interviews with cultural experts, artists, and musicians.

A question and answer session with the film’s executive producer Nicole D. Shivers follows.

Free and open to the public

When: Saturday, June 11, 2016 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Where: National Museum of African Art | 950 Independence Avenue Southwest  |  Washington, DC | 20560

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How To Be A Better Collaborator

As part of a series of workshops aimed at helping early-stage entrepreneurs, Mansa Colabs, LLC are delighted to host Joy Spencer Consulting for another exciting session on "How To Be A Better Collaborator". This workshop is for social changemakers, advocates, entrepreneurs and even intrapreneurs within organizations who know the power of strong collaborations for greater collective impact and want practical tools to improve their skills in this area.

When: Saturday, June 11, 2016 |  from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Where: Creative Colony Spaces - 8121 Georgia Avenue #Suite 600, Silver Spring, MD 20910 

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Mansa Colabs and YAP Present: Creative Sector Opportunities

Interested in design, music, film, art, dance, and other creative enterprises? Want to know how those who are making a living creating the culture we consume do it?  This event is for you. Join the Young African Professionals (YAP) Network to  Come hear from leading African diasporans who have launched endeavors in the creative sector. Speakers will include leading practitioners in film, performance arts, music, and creative sector incubations.

When:  Saturday, June 11, 2016 |1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Where:  I/O Spaces - 8120 Fenton Street | Suite 204 |  Silver Spring,  MD | 20910

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Decorative Design in African Arts

Join the National Museum of African Art on a journey of decorative design and expression. You can visit the museum’s collections and exhibitions to explore the applications of angles, measurement, and patterning used throughout the diverse arts of Africa. Get inspired by the Swahili architecture of East Africa, body art, tapestries, weavings, gourd art, beadwork, and more. Then create your own masterpiece in our hands-on workshops held every Saturday throughout June.

When: Saturday, June 11, 2016 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Where: National Museum of African Art | 950 Independence Avenue Southwest | Washington, DC | 20560

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African Drumming 101

Hands On Drums is a Pop-Up Store, Community Space, and Arts Empowerment initiative that celebrates and supports the work of Ghana craft makers while delivering hands-on drumming and arts experiences to uplift communities.

When: Wednesday, June 15 and 22, 2016 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Where: Hands On Drums Studio |  600 Rhode Island Ave., NE |  Washington, DC | 20002

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Africa Farm to Fork Entrepreneurial Bootcamp

The Diaspora Angel Investment Network (DAIN), NativSol Kitchen, and Mansa Colabs in partnership with Women Advancing Nutrition, Dietetics and Agriculture (WANDA) are offering exclusively the Africa Farm to Fork Entrepreneurial Bootcamp (#AfricaFarm2Fork). This is the first-ever one day bootcam. Participants will learn how to Scale a Successful Food Venture.

When: Saturday, June 18, 2016 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Where: Creative Colony Spaces | 8121 Georgia Avenue | #Suite 600 |Silver Spring, MD | 20910

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Funky Fitness First Fridays

DPR will showcase various instructor led fitness activities with funky music, healthy food and fun.

Bring your work out gear and train with DPR for FREE in all 8 wards.

Activities will include: zumba, bootcamp, yoga, tai-chi or water aerobics; activities for children; healthy food options; cooking demonstrations; giveaways; and live radio station broadcast.

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Around the World Cultural Food Festival

Around the World Cultural Food Festival brings together diverse, authentic, living traditions  from different countries around the world . Attendants will experience these unique cultural connections through cooking and craft demonstrations, music and dance performances. 

When: Saturday, June 18, 2016 | 11:00 am to 6:00 pm

Where: DC Washington Monument |  2 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20007

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2nd Ethio-Mixer USA

Addis Ethiopian Restaurant in Washington DC is hosting the 2nd Ethio-Mixer USA.

When: Thursday, June 16, 2016 | 6: 00 pm - 9: 00 pm

Where: 707 H Street, NE | 20002 | Washington DC

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Ambassador of Ghana Andrew Young To Deliver Africa Lecture

The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa and His Excellency LT. General Joseph Henry Smith, Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana, are honored to invite you to attend the Silver Anniversary Andrew Young Africa Lecture Series featuring special guest lecturer Ambassador Andrew Young pioneering civil rights, African development and human rights leader.

When: Thursday, June 23, 2016 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Where: The Embassy of the Republic of Ghana | 3512 International Drive, NW | Washington, DC | 20008

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Program Development Manager           

The Wallace Global Fund, a private foundation based in Washington, DC, is seeking a Democracy and Human Rights Program Associate. The Program Associate will report to the Director of Democracy and Media Programs and support staff directing the Fund's work on Women's Empowerment and Rights.

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Accommodations Coordinator (Temporary)
Foreign & Commonwealth  Office

The British Embassy in Washington, DC is looking for an temporary Accommodation Coordinator to work within the British Defence Staff.  The position is responsible for the allocation of housing to all Ministry of Defence (MOD) personnel assigned to the DC area and assisting in the approval of accommodation for personnel posted across America. This position will be offered for approximately 3-4 months.

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Teacher Assistant Summer 

The Treatment and Learning Center

The Katherine Thomas School in Rockville, MD is seeking a Teacher Assistant for a middle school student with Autism. The job responsibilities include: implement and strictly follow student’s Behavior plan, Support student academically and behaviorally in classrooms, document behavior, support student during breaks out of the classroom,  implement instructional lessons or develop activities under the guidance and direction of a special education teacher; assists and monitors student under teacher supervision and direction; organize the classroom.

3 week Summer position beginning 7/16/16 through 8/5/16

Working Hours: 6.5 hours daily (8:30am - 3:30pm)

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Director of Development
Housing Up.

Housing Up, a DC non-profit organization whose mission is to provide affordable housing and comprehensive supportive services to homeless and at risk families, is seeking a Director of Development to provide dynamic and creative leadership for its fundraising and resource development efforts and to sustain and expand Housing Up multiple programs and 60-member staff. More than one-third of Housing Up $5 million operating budget must come from philanthropic sources. The Development Director reports to Housing Up President & CEO.

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MOAA's 10th Anniversary Programs

MOAA Presents Mayor's Africa Day Proclamation

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Meet MOAA's New Staff and Interns!

Endrias H. Amanuel  Business Outreach Liaison A native of Ethiopia, Endrias has over four years of experience in international development. His work has involved projects in East and West Africa. He has collaborated with private-sector partners in major conferences in Washington, DC. and Southern Africa. While at MOAA, Endrias will conduct outreach to African-owned businesses, informing them of changing regulations and communicating Mayor Muriel Bowser's priorities for the DistritEndrias earned his B.A degree in Mass Media Studies from Luther College, IA and M.S degree in Corporate and Professional Communication with a primary focus in Training and Development from Radford University, VA. Endrias speaks English, Amharic, and German.

Aly Badara Kaba Program Intern Aly is from Guinea (Conakry).  He held a voluntary position as Executive Director of Guinea-Edugrade, a non-profit organization which promotes education in Guinea and the US.  He previously worked as a Development Economist at the Committee for the Abolition of Third World Debt in Liege, Belgium. Aly looks forward to improving the quality of life for the District's African community through his contribution to MOAA's programs and services. He holds a BA in Economics and Social policy from University Pierre Mendes and an MA in International Economics and Globalization with a focus on International Development.He speaks French, English, Pular, Sussu, and Madinka.

Donald Ndebeka Communications Intern From Congo-Brazzaville, Donald studied and worked in Senegal before he came to the US.  He worked as a journalist at the Walfadjri Quotidien newspaper for eight years before moving back to his native Pointe-Noire. There he worked in the communications department of a local non-profit support platform for small- to medium-sized businesses, helping owners improve their business plans and increasing their access to available funding. He is excited to be working on MOAA's bi-weekly newsletter, the African Beat,  thereby expanding his experience in communications here in the United States. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and a Master’s degree in Communications from Cheik Anta Diop University in Dakar, Senegal. He speaks English, French, Kituba, Lingala, and Lari.

‘Laju Eresanara Special Assistant and Program Intern ‘Laju is from Lagos, Nigeria. She graduated from Calvin College in Michigan with an Interdisciplinary Studies major in International Relations, Philosophy, and Economics. She speaks English, Yoruba, and Itsekiri. She is passionate about the education and empowerment of women and children. Through her work at MOAA,  she seeks opportunities to work closely with women of the African diaspora. ‘Laju plans on attending law school in the fall and intends to use her legal knowledge to transition to the field of International Affairs, Public Policy, and Advocacy.

Semhal Hagos Communications and Outreach Intern Semhal is a DC native of Ethiopian heritage. She studied Communications at Montgomery College in Maryland. An avid traveler, Semhal has visited several nations and lived in Istanbul, Turkey. While there, she worked as a business consultant and volunteered with the Kurdish community.  Semhal hopes to use her unique perspective to fill a void in mass communications; ultimately, publishing articles and producing documentaries on under-reported issues domestically and internationally. She speaks English, Tigrigna, and Turkish.

Join Mayor Bowser in the Capital Pride Parade

The Capital Pride Parade is one of Washington, DC's landmark parades. The Parade starts at 23rd and P Streets, NW and travels 1.5 miles through Dupont Circle and 17th Street and ends in the Logan Circle neighborhood. The Parade will include more than 180 contingents – floats, vehicles, walkers, entertainment – consisting of local businesses, Capital Pride Heroes and Engendered Spirit awardees, politicians, community groups, drag queens, dogs, and much more.

The parade will gather at 3:30PM at 23rd and P Streets, NW. The review stand is located at15th and P Streets, NW. There will be an additional announcement stand just east of Dupont Circle on New Hampshire Avenue. A sign language interpreter will be available at the 15th and P Streets review stand.

When: Saturday, June 11, 2016 | 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Where: Parade Starting Point | 23rd & P Streets, NW | Washington, DC 

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Mayor Bowser Invites You to Raise Your Voice for Statehood

Dear Washingtonians –

DC deserves statehood. And we need your help to get there.

Please come out on Monday, June 13th for the kickoff of our Constitutional Convention, which will continue on Friday, June 17th  and Saturday, June 18th.  This is your chance to have a say in what our future state will look like.  For details and to RSVP, click here.

As residents of DC, we pay federal and local taxes, start and grow small businesses, raise our children, support our neighbors, and send our military members to war to defend our country.  We are Americans through and through.  And yet, we are denied the same basic rights as our fellow Americans.

Although the District of Columbia performs the functions of a state, our lack of statehood means we have no vote – meaning no real representation - in Congress.  To add insult to injury, we have to constantly fight for control over how we spend our own tax dollars.  How is it fair that a lawmaker from the other side of this big continent gets to influence what we do with our hard-earned money?

We deserve better.

That is why I am fighting for statehood.  But this isn’t just my fight, this is our fight.  Please check out this short video, which we are sending all over the country to gain support for the cause.

The New Columbia Statehood Commission, which I co-chair with DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, recently developed a draft constitution. Having a constitution is an important step in our fight for statehood. This is the people’s document, so we are looking for residents’ input and ideas on what our future state will look like.  During the past couple weeks, the New Columbia Statehood Commission hosted town halls and forums across the city. You raised your voices, you gave us some great ideas, and I am grateful for your participation. 

On Monday, June 13th we will kick off the Constitutional Convention at the DC Taxicab Commission at 6:30 p.m.  The Convention will then continue on Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18 at Wilson High School. To ensure we have the most comprehensive and effective constitution that represents our ideals as a state, we need to hear from you.  I hope to see you there.  Don’t forget to RSVP.

Access to democracy is not a Democratic or Republican issue. It is an American issue. 

With your support, I know we can make history and score a victory for justice.  With your support, DC will become the 51st state.

Mayor Bowser Announces Progress in #Fightfor15

On Tuesday, June 7, 2016, Mayor Muriel Bowser, Council Chairman Phil Mendelson and At-Large Councilmember Vincent Orange were joined by labor advocates, the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAWM), and other District officials and stakeholders to announce a path forward in the Fight for $15.

“Since day one, my Administration has been fighting to give every Washingtonian a fair shot,” said Mayor Bowser. “These are good days for the District. Unemployment is down by a full percent since January 2015, and 20,000 jobs have been added during that same time.  However, the tremendous prosperity in our city does not reach every Washingtonian.  There are DC families working day in and day out, sometimes in two or three jobs, but barely making ends meet.  That is why I am fighting for $15.  The Fair Shot Minimum Wage Amendment Act of 2016 will put more money in the pockets of working families, and put more people on the pathway to the middle class. I thank the Council for their swift action on this legislation, and I thank the many advocates, business owners, and residents who came together on this path forward.”

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Mayor Bowser Announces Plan to Help District Residents During SafeTrack

On Thursday, June 2, 2016, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the District’s strategy to mitigate the impact of ‘SafeTrack’, WMATA’s year-long emergency repair program. The Bowser administration’s plan includes expanded rush hour parking restrictions, retiming traffic signals, deployment of additional traffic control officers and discounted fares on Capital Bikeshare.

SafeTrack begins on the Orange and Silver lines in Virginia on June 4.  The first major repairs within the District will occur from June 18 to July 3, when Metro will experience full closures on the Orange, Blue and Silver Lines between Eastern Market and Minnesota Avenue/Benning Road stations. Metro stations in the District will also be impacted in August and again in October.   

“At some point during the next year, it is likely that every commuter to and from Washington, DC—whether by rail, bus, or car—will, unfortunately, be affected by SafeTrack repairs. I am committed to making the yearlong repairs to MetroRail as painless as possible for all commuters and DC residents,” said Mayor Bowser.

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Remembering Muhammad Ali: Why He Felt Free In Africa

Professional boxer Muhammad Ali died June 3 at the age of 74 in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was one of the most significant and celebrated sporting figures of the 20th century. Ali had a link with the African continent especially because one of his greatest boxing bouts that he fought was on African soil, AfricaNews reported. The infamous Rumble In the Jungle with then-undefeated heavyweight champion George Forman took place in former Zaire, now Democratic Republic of Congo.

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Meet The 2016 Olympics Refugee Team

The International Olympic Committee on Friday revealed the names and profiles of the refugees that will be competing in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The group includes  two judokas from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and six runners from Ethiopia and South Sudan. The athletes have relocated to countries including Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, Kenya — and even Brazil. “Their participation in the Olympics is a tribute to the courage and perseverance of all refugees in overcoming adversity and building a better future for themselves and their families,” the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said in a statement. “

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Ethiopia Wants To Be Africa’s No. 1 Auto Manufacturer

Local assembly plants in Ethiopia’s fledgling auto industry plan to begin exporting cars in a couple of years in a market dominated by Chinese brands — part of an effort to industrialize the agrarian economy, Reuters  reports. It’s a grand ambition for the tiny auto industry, transforming a handful of assemblers that bolt together imported kits into a network of factories that can make the country Africa’s biggest car manufacturer over the next two decades.

If it succeeds, it won’t be the first time Ethiopia delivers on an ambitious goal. With one of Africa’s fastest growing economies for more than a decade, Ethiopia has pulled off the Grand Ethiopian dam and others that helped make it an electricity exporter.

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D.C. Taxi Boss Sees Benefits to Expanding What It Means to Be a Cab Driver

For the first time, hungry office workers in Washington, DC, can order lunch through a delivery app — and have it brought by an official D.C. taxicab driver. The non-exclusive partnership between the D.C. Taxicab Commission (DCTC) and Delivery.com is thought to be the first of its kind. On the consumer side, the new partnership works much like UberEats or Postmates: a few clicks (or taps) and the food is on its way. On the driver side, DCTC chairman Ernest Chrappah says the partnership is just one way that the commission is using technology to level the playing field for cab drivers.

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CHO Academy: Business Process Improvement

OPM’s Chief Human Capital Officers Council, the US Department of Agriculture and the Department of Housing and Urban Development have partnered to host a unique CHCO Academy event. This session will focus on Business Process Improvement and is designed specifically for HR business partners and individuals in the field of process improvement or those looking to improve the hiring process.  This session will present recent work at HUD where government officials have teamed up with Toyota on improving the Federal hiring process.

When: Wednesday, June 15, 2016 | 10:00 am  - 12:00 pm                                                                                   Where: U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Whitten Patio | 1400 Independence Ave. SW,|  Washington, DC | 20250

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Project Management Concepts for Business Success

The Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs is organizing the Project Management Concepts for Business Success workshop. The purpose of this Executive, Power-Packed workshop is to provide proven Project Management techniques, tips and information to ensure that all future projects are developed, organized and managed in an efficient manner. In addition, attendees will also learn how to increase the success of their projects being developed on-time, within the budget and in accordance to the requirements and goals identified at the onset.

When; Tuesday, June 21, 2016 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Where: 1100 4th Street, SW | Washington, DC | 20024

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Contracting Opportunities East of the River

The Anacostia Economic Development Corporation invites participants to learn about the contracting opportunities available with the development projects at Stanton Square. Opportunities include the delivery of goods and services associated with the construction and operation of the projects. Land development and site work beginning soon.
• Project to be Developed in Multiple Phases
• Future phases include: Multi-family Rental Housing, Townhome Infrastructure, and a Community Programming Campus
• Ward 8 businesses are encouraged to participate

When: Tuesday, June 21, 2016 |  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Where: 1800 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, SE,|  Washington, DC | 20020

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DHCD: Single Family Home Rehab Program Orientation

The DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is providing grants and loans, not to exceed a total of $75,000, to help DC homeowners finance home repairs that will: Correct building code violations, remove barriers to accessibility for persons with physical impairments and threats to health and safety in their homes including roof repairs and lead-based paint hazards.

When: Tuesday, June 14, 2016 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Where: Housing Counseling Services, Inc. | 2410 17th St NW | Suite 100 (In Adams Alley between Euclid and Kalorama) | Washington, DC | 20009

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The Foundation Center Training: Introduction to Finding Grants

The Foundation Center is organizing classes on the introduction to Finding Grants. This class will help attendants to discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders. Participants will learn the 10 most important things they need to know about finding grants including such as: who funds nonprofits, what are their motivations, what do funders really want to know about the organizations they are interested in funding and how do you identify potential funders and make the first approach.

When: Thursday, June 16, 2016 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Where: Foundation Center-Washington DC | 1627 K Street NW | Third Floor | Washington, DC | 20006

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Managing and Executing Strategy for Nonprofits

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement is offering classes to teach participants how to use strategy maps to communicate and implement their strategy and strategic measures to track their progress. In this course participants will be introduced to the best practices in strategy management and execution. In a workshop environment, attendants will learn how to articulate their organization’s strategy in 10 to 15 strategic objectives.

When: Tuesday, June 21, 2016 | 9:30am - 11:30am

Where: Center for Nonprofit Advancement | 1666 K Street, NW | Suite 440 | Washington, DC | 20006

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OSSE Emergency Behavior Intervention Focus Group

The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) is reviewing Title 5, Subtitle A, Chapter 28 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (DCMR), the local regulations that govern nonpublic special education schools or programs serving students with disabilities funded by the District of Columbia.

OSSE is conducting two focus groups to solicit input on the proposed regulations governing emergency behavioral intervention (i.e., physical restraint and seclusion) practice, documentation, notification, and follow up for nonpublic special education schools serving District of Columbia students with a certificate of approval (COA) from OSSE. The focus groups are open to LEAs and nonpublic special education schools.

When: Thursday, June 23, 2016 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Where: 810 First Street Northeast | Eighth Floor | Room 806 A/B | Washington, DC | 20002

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June Fair 2016:Family & Community Health Expo

Join the June Fair 2016:Family & Community Health Expo organized by the HSC Health Care System. The event will be featuring mobile health units, health resources and screenings, healthy cooking and exercise demonstrations, live entertainment, children's performances and activities, DC managed care organizations, health exchange information and much more.

When: Saturday, June 11, 2016 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Where: Michigan Park (across from The HSC Pediatric Center) | 1731 Bunker Hill Road, NE | Washington DC | 20017

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Mammograms and Makeovers

Join the Mayor's Office on Women's Policy & Initiatives (MOWPI) in partnership with Breast Care for Washington to learn about breast health. Participant will  meet makeup artists, and get a mammogram regardless of their insurance status.

Featured Speakers during the event will include Dr. Regina Hampton on Breast Health Basics, Dr. Linda Spooner on Overall Women's Wellness and Dr. Imani Price on Making Your Health a Priority.

When: Saturday, June 18, 2016 | 12:00 pm  - 2:00 pm

Where: Breast Care for Washington | 4 Atlantic Street Southwest | Washington, DC | 20032

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Billion Steps Challenge

The FitDC Billion Steps Challenge is a fun way to engage and motivate D.C. residents from across the city’s eight wards to join their communities and get active by walking one billion steps. The exciting part of this challenge will be seeing how long it takes D.C. residents-working together with community partners, stakeholders and FitDC coaches- to reach one billion steps.

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Workshop on the Public Engagement

The District Department of Transportation is hosting two pop-up style Public Engagement Events. The purpose of these events is to present refined concepts that enhance multi modal connectivity, mobility, and safety in the area and gain community feedback.

When: Saturday, June 11, 2016 | 10:00 am -1:00 pm

Where: Columbia Heights Metrorail Station-West Side | 3030 14th St. NW | Washington, DC | 20009

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DC Job Seekers Clinic

The Job Seekers Clinic at Northeast Library are providing hands-on support to job seekers. In this informal workshop users can get help navigating the DC Job Seekers site, which offers online tutorials on many useful topics, including resume building and interview basics. This workshop will help participants with basic job search tasks, such as: resume writing, online job searching, creating professional email accounts, online applications, and more.

When:  Tuesday, June 14, 2016 | 2:00 pm- 4:00 pm

Where:  330 7th St. NE | Washington, D.C | 20002

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2016 DC Real Estate Commission-Mandated Courses

The DC Real Estate Commission (DREC) is offering continuing education courses on three mandated courses for the current renewal cycle at three (3) credit hours each: DC Legislative Update, DC Fair Housing and Financing Issues/Update.

When: Friday, June 17, 2016 | 8:00 am- 7:00 pm

Where: Gallaudet University | 800 Florida Ave. NE | Washington DC | 20002

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Byte Back IT Academty A+ Certification Open House

Byte Back IT Academy is hosting an open houses for those interested in the CompTIA   A+ Certification Program. DC residents who are authorized to work in the US, students who have advanced general computer skills, adults who hold a high school diploma or GED, underemployed or unemployed person are eligible to take classes. Participants will meet staff members, get more information about Byte Back and the courses, and take an assessment to make sure these are the right courses for them.

When: Friday, June 17, 2016 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Where: Byte Back IT Academy | 3938 Benning Road NE | Washington, DC | 20019

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Spring/Summer Training Series: Employment Discrimination

Join staff from the DC Mayor's Office of Human Rights, DC's civil rights enforcement agency, to discuss employment discrimination and your rights as a job seeker, applicant, or employee in the District of Columbia. Special topics will include laws that protect pregnant workers and currently unemployed jobseekers.

When: Thursday, June 23, 2016 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Where: Watha T. Daniel/Shaw Neighborhood Library | 1630 7th Street Northwest | Washington, DC | 20001

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New Columbia Statehood Commission Constitutional Convention

New Columbia Statehood Commission invites residents of the District of Columbia to participate in the Constitutional Convention on June 13 at the District of Columbia Taxicab Commission (2235 Shannon Place SE, Room 2032) at 6:30pm and June 17 at 6:00pm and June 18 9:00am at Woodrow Wilson High School (3950 Chesapeake Street NW). All District residents will be able to provide testimony on the draft New Columbia Constitution.

When:  Monday, June 13, 2016 | 6:30 pm -  Saturday, June 18, 2016 | 1:30 pm 

Where: Woodrow Wilson High School | 3950 Chesapeake Street Northwest | Washington, DC | 20016

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Want Your Event Featured in the African Beat?

'The African Beat' is distributed to over 7,000 subscribers every other Friday. If you would like your event to be featured in our calendar, please submit the following details: what, when & where, and provide a link to where readers can go for more information. Submission deadline for the next edition is Wednesday, June 22, 2016 by 5:00 pm. Send all materials, along with any questions, to oaa@dc.gov.