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Miami-Beach Raises Awareness Of Human Trafficking
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FNN NEWSMIAMI BEACH, Fla. (FNN) — The City of Miami Beach through its Human Rights Committee will host a Red Sand event on Saturday, July 27 from 5-7 p.m. The event will be held at Pride Park to raise awareness on the plight of human trafficking victims and will bring together community resources to address the issue on a local level.
Miami Beach Vice Mayor Laura Dominguez and Commissioner Alex Fernandez are expected to deliver remarks at Pride Park (1809 Meridian Ave.) as well as the State Attorney’s Office, Miami Beach Police and a survivor of human trafficking.
“Human trafficking is believed to be a $150 billion global scourge that involves not only sexual exploitation, but forced labor used in industries like hospitality and construction,” Vice Mayor Dominguez explained. “This event is a crucial step towards raising awareness and mobilizing our community to shed light on the often-hidden realities of trafficking.”
The event is part of the Red Sand Project, started by artist and activist Molly Gochman in 2014 as a participatory art project of Art Basel Miami Beach. Red Sand events are marked by a symbolic gesture of depositing biodegradable red sand along sidewalk cracks to represent trafficking victims who have fallen through the cracks of society.
“By fostering a network of support and education, we can effectively combat trafficking and ensure that survivors receive the assistance they deserve,” added Commissioner Fernandez. “This event is an opportunity for our community to demonstrate our commitment to protecting human rights and dignity.”
The following organizations are expected to attend: 2 Million Children, Aqua Foundation, Homeland Security Investigation Office in Miami, Kristi House, More Too Life, Pridelines, The Women’s Fund Miami-Dade, Rooted in Her, TransSocial, Tree of Life, United Abolitionists, Unity Coalition, Unity on the Bay and USF TiP Lab.
Refreshments will also be available.
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Miami-Dade County Animal Services Issues a Consumer Alert Warning to Dog Owners of a Citation Collections Scam
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FNN NEWSResidents can search to confirm a citation online or by calling 786-469-2900. Residents with any additional questions or concerns about a citation notice can email CitaCollect@MiamiDade.gov. If you have a citation that is in collections, you can search for and pay the citation online at Credit and Collection.
For more information about paying pet citations, please visit MiamiDade.Gov/Animals Pet Citations.
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Association of Haitian Educators of Dade (AHED) Hosts 15th Annual Back-to-School Breakfast Honoring Haitian American Teachers in Florida
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October 12, 2024By
Willie DavidMIAMI, Fla. (FNN) – The Association of Haitian Educators of Dade (AHED) announced its 15th Annual Back-to-School Breakfast, honoring the contributions of Haitian American educators throughout Florida. Set to take place at the Kovens Center at Florida International University, the event will bring together over 300 AHED members, educators, and community leaders to celebrate the pivotal role these teachers play in shaping the future of education.
The event, scheduled for October 19, 2024, will feature several distinguished guest speakers, including Dr. Steve Gallon III, District 1 Board Member of Miami-Dade County Public Schools; Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, District 2 Board Member; Dr. Jose L. Dotres, Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools; Dr. Michael A. Lewis; a representative from the Office of Florida State Senator Shevrin Jones; and an official from the City of North Miami. Each will highlight the significance of Haitian American educators in promoting academic excellence and fostering a supportive learning environment for students.
AHED President Marie Viard expressed pride in the community’s educators and emphasized their invaluable contributions. “Our teachers are the heartbeat of our community,” she stated. “We are proud to honor their lasting contributions to students, schools, and society.” The event aims to not only celebrate these educators but also recognize their resilience in the face of challenges affecting the Haitian American community.
“Despite the obstacles, our teachers continue to inspire, uplift, and empower future generations,” Viard added.
Event Details:
- Date: October 19, 2024
- Time: 9:30 AM
- Location: Kovens Center, Florida International University, 3000 NE 151st Street, North Miami, FL
For more information or to RSVP, contact: ahedflorida@gmail.com.
About AHED:
The Association of Haitian Educators of Dade (AHED) advocates for Haitian American educators by providing resources, professional development, and support, while promoting educational equity and cultural pride.
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FFTP’s 25th Annual Celebration of Hope Gala: Building Dreams and Homes for Families in Haiti
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October 3, 2024By
FNN NEWSCOCONUT CREEK, Fla. (Oct. 3, 2024) – For 25 years, Food For The Poor’s Celebration of Hope Gala has been a beacon of hope for Haiti’s most vulnerable families, providing them not just with homes, but with new beginnings. This year, the virtual gala aims to build homes for 25 families in Patasson, Haiti, bringing the dream of a safe and secure future for those who need it most. The livestreamed gala will take place on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 7 p.m. ET. Jamaican singer-songwriter and humanitarian Glacia Robinson will perform songs from her album “Hands of Mercy.” Dr. Lynne Nasrallah, who has chaired the gala for a quarter of a century, reflected on her countless mission trips to Haiti and the contrast between the poverty she’s witnessed and the unwavering hope that exists among the people. “Through my travels with Food For The Poor, I have seen unimaginable destitution in Haiti, but I have also seen remarkable hope,” Nasrallah said. “It is our donors and partners who continue to unite us in this work, giving life-changing support to those in need. Together, we bring light where there is darkness.” Nasrallah recalls being given an assignment in the 6th grade at Sacred Heart School in Auburn, Maine: Go to the library and choose a book on the life of a saint. Nasrallah chose “The Story of a Soul” by St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the patron saint of the missions. Later in life, when Nasrallah encountered impoverished families in her travels with FFTP, she was reminded of a valuable lesson taught by St. Thérèse, Mother Teresa and the Mahfood founders of FFTP. “If I looked carefully, I would see Jesus in the poor,” Nasrallah said. “And then discover Jesus in the poor who are hungry, thirsty, homeless, unemployed, the outcast with leprosy. All I had to do was open my heart and my hands to embrace the hopeless, the unwanted and actually experience the embrace of Jesus himself.” In Patasson, a remote community in Haiti’s northeast region, residents live in fragile structures that offer little protection from storms. The new homes will include two bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and a rainwater collection system connected to a 500-gallon water reservoir – transformational blessings for these families. A community center will provide families a place to gather. “What we are building in Patasson is more than just shelter,” FFTP President/CEO Ed Raine said. “We are building a foundation for hope, dignity, and self-sufficiency. The homes we provide change lives in ways that go far beyond walls and roofs. They create opportunities for families to thrive.” Last year’s Celebration of Hope Gala raised funds to build more than 40 homes for families in Trouchouchou, Haiti, and 20 of those homes have already been completed. “Thanks to our generous donors, these families’ prayers are being answered,” Raine said. “Their dreams of safety and stability are becoming reality, and we are humbled to be a part of that transformation.” For more information on how to support the 25th Annual Celebration of Hope Gala or to RSVP, please visit foodforthepoor.org/celebration. Committee members include: Dr. Lynne Nasrallah, chair, Linda Bonnewitz, Bruny and Paula Compas, George and Kim del Campo, Mike and Dr. Desirae Friend, Cynthia Hawkins, Nicole Nasrallah, George and Joanne Olson, Lisa Padilla Ortiz, Nancy Padilla, Dwight and Lisa Saathoff, Tom and Jean Wilkes, Jean and Donna Wilson, and Holly Wilson. Food For The Poor, one of the largest international relief and development organizations in the nation, does much more than feed millions of hungry children and families living in poverty primarily in 15 countries of Latin America and the Caribbean. This interdenominational Christian ministry provides emergency relief assistance, water, medicine, educational materials, homes, support for vulnerable children, care for the aged, skills training, and micro-enterprise development assistance. For more information, please visit foodforthepoor.org.
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