One Common Unity: Common Folk Awards Celebration

This event is sponsored by One Common Unity, a Washington DC grassroots organization which nurtures sustainable, caring communities through a variety of local and global community arts projects, omni-media programming, and innovative peace education services. Advanced Reservations are strongly recommended, via the Contact information above;.

The Common Folk Awards Celebration recognizes the stories seldom heard, of those nurturing the world through peace education, arts, and media. This will be a dynamic evening of musical & dance performances, speakers, silent auction, and award presentations.

7:30PM: Reception;
8:30-11 PM: Program

International Award Recipient: Andersen Sa (Favella Rising, Brazil)
National Award Recipient: Climbing PoeTree (Hurricane Season, New York)
Local Award Recipient: TBA

Featuring performances by: Courtney Dowe, Omekongo Dibinga, Mikuak Rai, The Young Women's Drumming Empowerment Project, Olu Butterfly, The Cornell West Theory, Ayanna Gregory, Princess of Controversy, Bomani Armah, Jali-D, Kuku, Monica McIntyre, and Brother Ah.

Dress Festive; Appetizers provided by Java Green Eco Café & Bus Boys & Poets;

Suggested Donation: $25

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