As Black families across the nation continue to face many challenges, the Claudia Faye Foundation hopes to transform barriers into opportunities with a town hall meeting in Dallas titled “State of the Black Family”.
This free event is designed for a community discussion on connecting the missing link between a good job, a happy family and a better life.
“Each of us has a gift, one that we can leverage and turn it into something meaningful if we just apply ourselves,” said Larry Washington, founder of the Claudia Faye Foundation. “’State of the Black Family’ is designed for the men, women and children of our community to teach them ways to help themselves at home, at their job and within their community.”
“State of the Black Family” will feature renowned special guests Dr. Na’im Akbar, one of the world’s preeminent psychologists; Karen Hunter, publisher and MSNBC contributor; Arthur Muhammad, director of Black Angels; Rev. Dr. Sheron Patterson of Highland Hills United Methodist Church; as well as other local community leaders and officials.
Prior to the general community town hall meeting, professionals may attend a special session for continuing education units (CEU) credits. The CEUs available at the free professional session are ideal for probation officers, social workers, counselors, and domestic violence workers. Professionals are urged to RSVP in advance for the CEU session.
“It’s important that general community members attend this powerful town hall meeting, but also important for leaders and professionals who help shape the minds and direct individuals down a meaningful path in life,” Washington said.
“State of the Black Family” will be held on June 11, 2010 at Highland Hills United Methodist Church (6006 Flagstaff Dr.). A special session for professionals for CEU credits will begin at 4 p.m. The general community session begins promptly at 6 p.m. with a book signing by Karen Hunter following at 7:30 p.m. For more information on the town hall meeting or details and to RSVP for CEU credits, please call 972-780-5160.