Washington State's celebration of Black History month focused on health & wellness.
"Call to Conscience 2008" in the news:
http://www.tacomaweekly.com/article/163
http://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/story/290579.html
http://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/story/289840.html
A Historical Moment in the Washington State History Museum!
Former Washington State legislators Dawn Mason and this years "Elder of Distinction" Peggy Maxie were joined by current Washington State Senator Rosa Franklin. These three women represent the only Washington State African American female legislators ever. They are together for the first time!
Master of Ceremonies Tony B and Seattle Seahawks "franchise" player Marcus Trufant enjoy speaking with the audience following the keynote addresses.
Free health screening and testing were a gift to the community.
Visitors were able to participate in a wide variety of screenings from blood pressure, hearing and sight, diabetes, and sickle cell to HIV/AIDS.
The Matsiko Choir, Drum, and Dance ensemble from Uganda were exhilarating. The crowd was not able to stand still as they watched Matsiko's energetic and uplifting performance.
Northwest Tap Connection was phenomenal. They brought their own unique style to the stage and wowed the crowd with their performance of tap and African dance.
The health disparities panel
included state leaders addressing health inequities and injustices from left to right Dr. Ben Danielson, Medical Director of Odessa Brown Children's Clinic, Dr. Maxine Hayes, Washington State Health Officer,King County Executive Ron Sims, and facilitator Benita Horn.
E. Faye Williams,
National Chair of the National Black Women's Congress, delivers a powerful keynote address. From the moment she began speaking, she commanded the attention of the audience, and held it to the end.
Feelin' good, lookin' good!
Otis Clark, 105 years old, holds a copy of his newly released book His Story, History and His Secrets.
Powerful people enjoying the celebration
MUSICA Entertainment is excited to announce:* The communities of Washington State received FREE health screening* The people of the communities were connected with community health resources* Hundreds of people experienced "Call to Conscience 2008"
* Tens of thousands were made aware of health issues including health disparities.
* Our communities received valuable, sometimes controversial, enlightened presentations by our riveting keynote speakers Senator Rosa Franklin, Dr. M.A. Bender, Marcus Trufant and Dr. E. Faye Williams. We'll have more info for you soon our website... we'd just like to say thank you to all those who attended, participated in spirit, and everyone involved in presenting this one-of-a-kind celebration. "Call to Conscience."
Coming soon... A MUSICA Entertainment MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT!
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www.trufantfamilyfoundation.com/
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