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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 24, 2026

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Andrea Hawkins
Dallas Park and Recreation
andrea.hawkins@dallas.gov, (817) 994-2498

Dallas Dedicates Sign for Park Renamed in Honor of Oak Cliff Activist Fahim Minkah

Family, community leaders gather to celebrate his impact on the community

What

A ribbon-cutting at Fahim J. Minkah Park, formerly College Park, to dedicate  the park sign in honor of the late Oak Cliff community leader. Minkah, who died  in 2018, was a lifelong advocate for community safety and youth development.  He was a member of the original Black Panther Party and founded African  American Men Against Narcotics (AAMAN). He also started Southern Skates,  a popular Oak Cliff skating rink.

Who

Lorie Blair, Dallas City Council Member, District 8
Family of Fahim J. Minkah

When

11 a.m., Friday, March 27, 2026

Where

Fahim J. Minkah Park
33000 Highland Woods
Dallas, TX 75241

VISUALS/PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES:
Photo and video of the park sign unveiling
Interviews with Mr. Minkah’s family
Personal anecdotes from community members impacted by his work

MEDIA  Click here to RSVP 

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