Mayor Bowser's Diplomatic and Trade Mission to Ethiopia
 The Mayor’s Office on African Affairs was honored to participate in Mayor Bowser’s diplomatic & trade mission to Ethiopia from November 8-13. During the mission, the sister city agreement between Addis Ababa and Washington, DC was renewed. Thank you Addis for your gracious welcome!
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Mayor Bowser Encourages DC Residents to Get Covered During 2020 Open Enrollment Period
On Wednesday, November 13, 2019, Mayor Muriel Bowser is encouraging DC residents to sign-up for high-quality, affordable health insurance at DCHealthLink.com, the District’s online state-based health insurance marketplace established under the Affordable Care Act. Open enrollment for District residents runs through January 31, 2020. For coverage to be effective January 1, 2020, residents must enroll by December 15.
“If you are a District resident in need of health insurance, there is no better time to find an affordable, high-quality plan,” said Mayor Bowser. “We are proud that the District has been able to build on the Affordable Care Act and ensure every family has access to health insurance and the peace of mind that coverage provides.”
Washington, DC ranks second in the nation among all states for the lowest uninsured rate with almost 97% of District residents covered. This year, DC Health Link has provided health insurance to more than 20,000 residents through the individual marketplace and almost 95,000 people through the small business marketplace.
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Mayor Bowser to Lead Historic Diplomatic and Trade Mission to Ethiopia
On Friday, November 8, 2019, Mayor Muriel Bowser led a diplomatic and trade mission to Ethiopia in partnership with the DC Chamber of Commerce to renew the District’s sister city agreement with Addis Ababa, promote DC as a destination for business and leisure visitors and establish trade relations with industries such as transportation, education, health care, local government infrastructure.
“We are continuing our efforts to reach beyond the borders of Washington, DC and establish relationships around the world,” said Mayor Bowser. “We particularly value our special relationship with Ethiopia, which has been strengthened by the substantial Ethiopian population in our city and region. This mission gives our delegation the opportunity to build relationships and explore innovative strategies to grow the District’s economy through tourism, transportation, health care, and more.”
The five-day mission, with a delegation of about 70 government and community stakeholders, included meetings with business leaders, educational leaders, and government officials in Addis Ababa and Lalibela.
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'It's mindblowing': historic wins for two Somali-Americans amid ugly smears
When 23-year-old Safiya Khalid was elected to the city council of Lewiston, Maine, last week she nabbed a collection of “firsts” – youngest person ever elected to the council, and its first Somali-American – but the race for her had always been about making sure everyone in the city felt the sense of community her family experienced when they moved there from war-torn Somalia. “What I received here in Lewiston, my family and I in 2006, I want to open that to all people in Lewiston and to encourage young people to live and work in Lewiston and that means building a vibrant community for all of us,” Khalid noted.
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DC’s Kwame Onwuachi is named on the 2019 ‘TIME 100 Next’ list
TIME has released its new list, the 100 Next recognizing "100 rising stars who are shaping the future of business, entertainment, sports, politics, science, health and more. DC chef and restaurateur Kwame Onwuachi of Kith and Kin is named in the ‘Advocate’ category. He is profiled by Tom Colicchio, the head judge on cooking show Top Chef:
“He learned to be truthful with his food at a very young age, at a pivotal point in his career. That’s what sets him and his Washington, D.C., restaurant, Kith and Kin, apart: his decision to say, This is the food I should do. This is the message I want to put out there in the world. When a chef does that, it’s not pretty food on a plate anymore. It’s about telling a bigger story. The restaurant world is changing, and it’s becoming more inclusive. We’re starting to hear from different voices, and because of his honesty and his willingness to hold up a mirror to our industry, Kwame is one of the leading figures in that movement,” Colicchio states.
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Nigerian Uduak-Joe Ntuk earns top appointment as California’s State Oil and Gas Supervisor
 Nigerian-American, Uduak-Joe Ntuk, has been appointed by the Governor of California, Gavin Newsom, as the State Oil and Gas Supervisor, responsible for managing the Division of Oil, Gas and Geothermal Resources (DOGGR). A statement from the governor’s office said Ntuk is the first Nigerian-American to hold this position in California’s history and his family is from the Calabar, Cross River State. Before his appointment, Ntuk had served as the Petroleum Administrator for the City of Los Angeles, the second largest city in the United States of America.
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 Financially Fit: Journey to Generational Wealth Workshop on Savings, Budgeting, and Credit
 Interested in building generational wealth? Come to this workshop to learn about building and managing credit, budgeting and increasing savings.
When: Saturday, November 16, 2019 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Anacostia Library | 1800 Good Hope Road SE | Washington, DC | 20020
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Applying for Government Jobs - Practical Steps for Success
Applying for government jobs can be intimidating. Come to the library and learn from an experienced human resources specialist from the DC Government Department of Human Resources. Participants will ultimately approach their job search more strategically, application process more effectively and interview process more confidently.
When: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Where: Library Express | 1990 K Street NW | Washington, D.C. | 20006
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Free Legal Assistance at DC Public Library
Get help with social security income (SSI)/social security disability income (SSDI) applications/denials/termination, criminal records (record sealing, or help preventing discrimination by landlords and employers), employment background check problems, driver’s or professional license acquisition issues, student loans, credit reports, wage garnishment, debt collection, lawsuits and harassment, placement on DC’s Child Protection Register, and recovery of security deposits from a former landlord. Walk-ins are welcome, and registration is preferred!
When: Wednesday, November 20, 2019 | 3:00 pm
Where: Woodridge Library | 1801 Hamlin Street NE | Washington, DC | 20018
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Job & Career Drop-In One-On-One Clinic
 Are you a job seeker needing help with your job search process? Come to the Job Seekers Drop-In Clinic, where you will receive one-on-one support in areas such as conducting online job searches, building and typing a resume, completing online job applications, etc. Assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis.
When: Wednesday, November 20, 2019 | 11:00 am
Where: Petworth Library | 4200 Kansas Ave. NW | Washington, D.C. | 20011
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Savvy Caregiver Program
 Join the Department of Aging and Community Living's Savvy Caregiver Program (SCP) to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to care for your family member with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. The SCP is for caregivers in the District who provide care to adults age 60 and over, or adults with disabilities, age 18 and older, living with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. For more information or to RSVP, contact Linda Irizarry at (202) 535-1442 or Linda.Irizarry@dc.gov.
When: Thursday, November 21, 2019 | 3:00 pm
Where: Bellevue (William O. Lockridge) Library 115 Atlantic St. SW Washington, D.C. 20032
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DC Health Link Open Enrollment for Health Insurance Coverage is Here
 Open enrollment for individuals and families is here! Renew or enroll in quality comprehensive health insurance coverage from November 1, 2019 – January 31, 2020. If renewing your plan, you may be able to save money or find other benefits you need by shopping for a new plan. Enroll by December 15th for insurance coverage that begins January 1, 2020.
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DCRA Small Business Resource Center (SBRC) Free Workshops
Learn critical business skills and insight at free small business workshops. Space is very limited, sign up today!
When: Throughout November
Where: 1100 4th Street, SW, 2nd Floor | Washington, D.C. 20024
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Free Teen Musical Master Class, hosted by the Capitol Hill Jazz Foundation
 This musical master class series aims to better prepare young musicians between ages 13 -18 on the audition process by grouping students by instrument class with a college professor who will be able to accurately assess the students development. Students must have access to their primary instrument and should have at least 2-3 years experience or be able to demonstrate the ability to read music, perform scales and rudiments.
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Young at Art Weekly Seniors Program
 Promoting healthy aging through the arts and creative expression, Young at Art allows seniors aged 55+ to explore activities in painting, drawing, ceramics, and crafts. This free, weekly hands-on, instructor-led program goes beyond the traditional “arts and crafts” activities; allowing participants create original works of art that articulate the richness of their life experience.
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GED and High School Skills Tutoring
Join DC Public Library for skill assessments for adults who need a high school diploma (GED or National External Diploma) and tutoring for those with skills at the high school level. Tutoring takes place on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4 to 7 pm Assessments take place on Wednesdays only.
Please note: In order to qualify for tutoring, you must take the assessment first.
When: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library | 1630 7th St. NW | Washington, DC | 20001
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Want Your Event Featured in the African Beat?
The African Beat is distributed to over 8,000 subscribers every other Friday. For an event to be featured in MOAA's newsletter, please submit the event description, venue, time, and a website link for additional information. The submission deadline for the next edition is Wednesday, November 27, 2019 by 5:00 pm. Send all materials, along with any questions, to oaa@dc.gov.
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