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Women of Power is the coming together of Afro Latinas activists from Latin America, the Caribbean and Central America who are working to transform and envision an empowering future for their communities, to meet with their sisters and communities in the United States that are also working on issues of social justice and human rights. The coming together of women of the African Diaspora bridges and shares information and experiences that enlighten and develop collaborative networks of mutual support.
International Speakers include:
Sonia Pierre, Director of Mudha, Dominican Republic
Mari Cruz Rivera Clemente, Candidate for Mayor of Loíza and Pinoñes, Puerto Rico
Rosana Silva Chagas, Student Activist, Brazil
Rutsely Simarra Obeso, Professor University of Cartagena, Member of the Association of Afro Colombian Women, Colombia
Click Here to View Bios of International Speakers
Schedule of Events (Subject to Change)
Book Reading:
Voces de la Inmigración: Historias Y Testimonios de Mujeres Inmigrantes Dominicanas –
‘Voices of Immigration: Histories and Testimonies of Immigrant Dominican Women’
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compiled by Mary Ely Peña- Grateraux
Thursday, March 13th 2008 – 6.30pm
Venue: (CCCADI)
408 West 58th St NYC 10019. Bet 9th &10th
Subway: 1, A, C ,D to 59th St, Columbus Circle
In collaboration with The National Dominican Women's Caucus (NDWC), written in Spanish, this book features interviews by Mary Ely Peña- Grateraux of the testimonies of Dominican women who migrated to New York City for social, educational and economic gain.
Free & Limited Seating. Please RSVP to Monthina Williams mwilliams@cccadi.org or 212-307-7420 ext 3006.
Women of Power Panel Discussion
Friday, March 14th 2008 – 6 - 9pm
Venue: The Lang Recital Hall, Hunter College, (CUNY)
695 Park Ave, Room 424 Hunter North, NY NY 10021
(Enter on 68th bet, Lexington & Park Ave, North side of the street).
SUBWAY, 6 TO 68TH street
Our international panelists will discuss their thoughts on being an Afro-Latina women in their community and the social, economical and educational disparities they face as activists and leaders.
Free Admission. (limited seating, please arrive early)
Femme Fatale Fundraiser
Friday, March 14th, 2008 7pm till late
Venue: Lava Gina: 16 Ave C (bet. 7th & 8th Street) - New York NY 10009
Celebrating Women’s Month this event will honor and raise funds for the Caribbean Cultural Center, African Diaspora Institute. A free event featuring photographs by Nikki Johnson and live performances by Mariposa and an Afro -Latin fusion band by the name of Indigo featuring Melissa Diaz.
Free Admission. For more information please contact Kadijah Fofanah-Pollok, kadijah@lavagina.com or tel: 212-477-9319
For more information please contact Monthina Williams at mwilliams@cccadi.org or 212-307-7420ext 3006.
