My Africa
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Africa Unite - Bob Marley & The Wailers
Africa unite, 'Cause we're moving right out of Babylon And we're going to our Father's land, yeah How good and how pleasant it would be Before God and man, yeah To see the unification of all Africans, yeah As it's been said already, let it be done, yeah We are the children of the Rastaman We are the children of the Iyaman So, Africa unite 'Cause the children wanna come home (Africa unite), yeah, yeah Africa unite 'Cause we're moving right out of Babylon And we're grooving to our Father's land, yeah How good and how pleasant it would be Before God and man To see the unification of all Rastaman, yeah As it's been said already, let it be done I tell you who we are under the sun We are the children of the Rastaman We are the children of the Iyaman So, Africa unite Afri- Africa unite, yeah Unite for the benefit of your people (Africa unite) Unite for it's later than you think (Africa unite) Unite for the benefit of my children (Africa unite) Unite for it's later than you think (Africa unite) Africa awaits its creators (Africa unite) Africa awaiting its Creator (Africa unite) Africa, you're my forefather cornerstone (Africa unite) Unite for the Africans abroad (Africa unite) Unite...
WHAT IS "MY AFRICA FAMILY REUNION"?
An incredible day of Prayers, Music, Dance, Food, and Family fun!
We are excited to come together as a family, creating our village to restore our sense of self.
Come and explore the many facets of our culture and share in this joyful experience as children of the African diaspora.
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FAMILY FUN
Activities
Kids:
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Read aloud (by authors of African descent)
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Workshops:
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African dance
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Drumming
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Arts & craft
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Adults:
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Concerts:
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Gospel, reggae, calypso, jazz, hip-hop, & R&B)
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Dance classes,
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Arts & craft
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Poetry reading sessions
FOOD
Prepare your taste buds as we take you on a culinary journey with some of the most delicious and authentic African, Soul-Food, Caribbean and Afro-Latino cuisines. Our vendors will offer a variety of fresh and flavorful dishes from Africa and it’s diaspora that will leave you craving for more.
MUSIC
Our musicians will keep you on your feet with their vibrant and energetic performances, showcasing the diversity and beauty of African & African Inspired music like gospel, reggae, calypso, jazz, hip-hop, and more. All inspired by the rhythms of Africa.
DANCE
Dancers will capture your attention as they perform to various music. Additionally, there will also be dance demonstrations and classes for both kids and adults.
FASHION
And for fashion enthusiasts, get ready to be captivated by some of the most exquisite African-inspired fashion styles on display in our fashion show. You will be amazed by the sheer creativity and artistry of the designers, from traditional attire to contemporary fashion.
BOOKS WRITTEN BY
AUTHORS FROM THE DIASPORA
PRAYER
Please join us on the morning of the event, Saturday, September 9th, 2023 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am to pray for Africa and its children of the diaspora. The intercessory-prayer service will be held in front of the Washington Monument on the Smithsonian Mall.
As we face countless challenges, it is more important than ever to come together in solidarity and unite in prayer. Collective prayer is a powerful way to bring our African family together to seek GOD and ask for HIS guidance as we work collectively to effectuate positive changes for ourselves, our children, and our future generations. Let’s join in prayer as we seek YAHWEH OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN for our divine health, restoration, and direction.
All our activities will follow at the same location.
Let’s come together and share our strength, love, and joy as we unite!
Mark your calendars, spread the word, and join us for a day of celebration and triumph over adversity.
WHY ATTEND
This is an opportunity to be a part of a joyous and empowering occasion where you can connect with like-minded individuals who share the same passion for their heritage and culture. Don't miss out on this chance to restore your sense of belonging and pride
We encourage everyone to come out to the Mall and reconnect. Let’s come together and share our strength, love, and joy as we unite, and like Bob Marley said, “Cause we moving right out of Babylon” spiritually, mentally, emotionally, physically, and financially.
We can't wait to see you there!
BECOME A SPONSOR
Please see our sponsorship grid for information on how we will effectively market your company/organization before, during, and after our “MY AFRICA” celebratory event on the Washington Smithsonian Mall - at the Washington Monument Grounds on Saturday, September 9th, 2023.
Please note our packages, price structures, level of sponsorship, and contact details on the sponsor page.
Looking forward to working with you.
Churches
Please register your church to participate in the “Prayer Service” from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on the Washington Monument ground on the morning of the event. If your Pastor plans to lead one of our 10-15 minutes prayer sessions at the event, please contact us immediately at (516) 382-7340 or by email at acoore@coorefoundation.org
Also, please register the children/youth and members of your congregation to participate in our family fun activities, which include our praise and worship service.
Registration for Family & Friends
Family of the African Diaspora, please join us as we celebrate GOD, ourselves and each other in love and unity on the Washington Monument grounds on Saturday, September 9th, 2023 from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
Please register by clicking on this link. Please let us know how many people will accompany you to the event so that we can plan adequately for everyone.
Looking forward to celebrating with you.
We Are Children of Africa
The world stays curious about who we are, what we are, and what gifts, treasures, and talents we possess:-
We are the essence of YAHWEH’s creation. GOD molded us from dust, and into our nostrils HIS breath gave life. Beautifully and wonderfully made, all the shades of us, perfect in every form. Our mere existence cause the earth to rejoice.
YES, We Are Children Of Africa!
THIS GATHERING IS TO CELEBRATE:
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YAHWEH, OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN
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REPENT FROM OUR SINS AND TURN BACK TO THE COMMANDMENTS OF OUR GOD, YAHWEH
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CELEBRATE OUR AUTHENTIC GOD-CENTERED AFRICAN SELVES
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CELEBRATE EACH OTHER
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PRAY FOR OURSELVES, OUR FAMILIES, OUR COMMUNITIES, OUR COUNTRIES, OUR CONTINENT AFRICA, AND OUR WORLD
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OUR WALK WITH YAHWEH OUR GOD IN HEAVEN, JESHUA JESUS OUR MESSIAH, WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT AS OUR GUIDE.
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THE LIFE GOD HAS COMMANDED US TO LIVE, ABIDING IN HIS WILL
As Marcus Garvey once said, "A person without knowledge of his or her past is like a tree without roots. It will perish." Let's ensure that we stay connected to our cultural roots and celebrate the incredible legacy passed down to us by our forefathers and mothers.