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1 person is interested
Planning Committee For 9th annual Chicago African Summit & community Resource Fair
ORGANIZATION: United African Organization
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1 person is interested
United African Organization is gearing up and planning for the pth annual Chicago African Summit & Community Resource Fair. The Chicago African Summit & Community resource Fair is a one of a kind forum that focuses on contemporary African issues, public policy advocacy, and community empowerment.
It brings together scholars, legislators, community activists, policy advocates, students and community allies to engage in constructive dialogue and reflection on critical issues facing African and the Diaspora. The event includes a Community Resource Fair that provides information about employment, immigration, legal services, housing, health screenings and other resources for participants.
UAO is currently reaching out to surrounding communities and organizations to help us reach an audience of 150-200 people. We are in need of volunteers to help us marketing and advertise the event so we can reach are targeted number of participants.
We are looking for volunteers who have skills in event planning, Marketing and advertising. If this volunteer opportunity is something that you are interested in please contact me.
Wulu Deah
312-949-9980
wulu.deah@uniteafricans.org
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About United African Organization
Location:
3424 S STATE ST STE 3C 8-2, CHICAGO, IL 60616, US
Mission Statement
The United African Organization is a dynamic coalition of African national associations that promotes social and economic justice, civic participation, and empowerment of African immigrants and refugees in Illinois
Description
As the legitimate representative voice of the diverse African immigrant and refugee community, the United African Organization works to:
Enhance civic participation and empowerment of African immigrants and refugees;
Provide leadership and organizational capacity training for African community-based organizations through the Community Leadership Development Program;
Advocate on behalf of the African community through democratic and inclusive organizational structures, as well as partnership with other immigrant rights organizations;
Engage in activities that promote the cultural, educational and economic empowerment of African immigrants and refugees;
Strive to dispel uncomplimentary stereotypes and promote positive image of Africans through various educational seminars, workshops, conferences, and publications;
Address issues of discrimination encountered by constituents and seek to assist them in the areas of immigration, employment, social services, and economic development;
Serve as the African Community Resource Clearinghouse wherein constituents gather, share information and experience exchange views, and coordinate organizational and individual activities for satisfying common interest;
Facilitate access to community development resources and employment opportunities;
Endeavor to identify ways and means to provide assistance to needy constituents;
Promote the teaching of African history and culture and, in doing so, develop and preserve them by all possible means;
Instill among African immigrant and refugee children and youth a deep interest in education and the pursuit of knowledge useful in enriching the bounds of awareness of their origin, history, and culture;
Construct and promote an image worthy of the African community;
Network with other organizations and institutions for mutual benefit.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
10 West 35th STChicago, IL 60616
DATE POSTED
April 10, 2015
SKILLS
- Advertising
- Event Design & Planning
- Event Planning / Management
- Marketing Strategy & Planning
- Community Outreach
- Interactive/Social Media/SEO
GOOD FOR
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REQUIREMENTS
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