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African-American Affairs Commission
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November 20, 2009

Our Mission

The mission of the African-American Affairs Commission (AAAC) is to improve and promote the economic development, education, health and political well-being of the African-American community in the State of Connecticut.

The AAAC accomplishes these goals through information sharing, promoting cultural awareness, community networking, and legislation. [more]

 

Employment Opportunities


DAS State of Connecticut
Supplier Diversity
Program

NEW CT LEGISLATION EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2009
    
2009 Early Childhood Health
Education Lead Poisoning
Legislative Informational Forum

November 19, 2009 - 300 Capitol Avenue Hartford, CT
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Flyer and Registration Form

   

http://knowhow2goct.org/

 Funds Available in Connecticut to Encourage College Readiness Activities
  State Initiative Seeks Local Organizations to Support Work With Students

Connecticut's KnowHow2GO initiative is seeking organizations to apply for funds as part of a three-year grant totaling $140,000 from The Lumina Foundation for Education, to support efforts aimed at encouraging Connecticut students, especially low-income, first generation and at-risk students, to pursue a college education.

The purpose of the KnowHow2GO grants is to strengthen the quality of student assistance and outreach efforts to students and families.  The KnowHow2GO Connecticut Network will accept applications for the funds from qualified organizations in Connecticut submitting applications by November 17, 2009.  A copy of the application and grant guidelines may be obtained by clicking on the links below.

         (Word Version)                    (PDF Version)

Rubric For KNH2G

FAQ's From the November 2, 2009 Meeting

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  • Free online College Fair
  • Answers To All Questions
  • Live Video Presentations
  • Scholarships & Promotions
  • Upcoming Online Events

"COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS"

 2009 LEGACY ESSAY CONTEST

What are the Legacy and Lessons of the Civil Rights Movement?

( High School Juniors & Seniors)

For Contest Details visit:  http://www.legacyandlessons.com/

                     

 
    MLK Oratorical Contest - January 9, 2010
The BSL Educational Foundation of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Greater Hartford Chapter and Travelers Insurance presents the 6th Annual Bro. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Young People's Oratorical Contest on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at Bethel AME Church in Bloomfield, CT. The theme is Faith's Role in the Life of Today's Youth, which address young people's use of faith as a support mechanism in surviving societal and environmental pressures and distractions on their journey to becoming productive and successful adults.

  
  Contest Flyer                                                Information -Registration


For Information contact: Rufus Jones @ roots90@aol.com or 860-550-4948

   

CENSUS 2010 JOBS
TEMPORARY JOBS - FEBRUARY 2010 THROUGH APRIL 2010

STARTING PAY -  $12.50 PER HOUR - HOURS WILL VARY

Examinations will be held during the months of November and December

The State of Connecticut African-American Affairs Commission has been working with the United States Census Bureau and has procured use of facilities for examining applicants for upcoming part-time Census positions.  The AAAC feels that it is vitally important that Census 2010 achieve complete and accurate counts in April when neighborhoods will be canvassed.

The attached link provides information on Testing Dates, Start Times and Testing Site Locations.  Click the link below to find the testing site location nearest you.

TESTING SITE SCHEDULE

For additional information contact the Local Census Office at (860) 768-9111 

                                 WESTERN CT STATE UNIVERSITY 

                                         FORUM TAKES ON RACE

                                       
 

(Center:  AAAC Executive Director, Glenn A. Cassis)

"The American Divide"

On October 6, 2009 WCSU convened a panel of citizens and experts to discuss the case of Henry Louis Gates, the African American professor from Harvard who was arrested in his home over the summer, along with the resulting discussion of race that the issue spurred across the country. Panelists generally agreed that race and sensitivity toward the subject should be fully discussed, and people of different backgrounds must try to understand others' perspectives before race becomes a non-issue in the United States.

 

                                                            AAAC Chair George Logan

   


PROFILING ARTICLE OMITS DETAILS

A recent Hartford Courant article (Profiling Law Unravels (7-28-09) attempts to illuminate the failures of the state's racial profiling legislation but implicates the African American Affairs Commission (AAAC)  as a major cause.  This account failed to delve deeper.

The Commission never received any money from the State of Connecticut to successfully complete this mandate.  At last estimate, the statistical analysis for the racial profiling report would cost approximately $600,000.     The Commission's budget is $ 354,000.

The Commission sought out and received the preliminary approval for a $580,000 grant from the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration.  However since all funds would be reimbursed by the federal government, an initial outlay for costs would be required.   The Office of Policy and Management through the Office of Legislative
Management informed the AAAC that it could not be the fiscal agent since the grant exceeded the Commission's budget.

The racial profiling project is the victim of bureaucratic quagmires.  More than a year ago, the contracts were drawn up, the experts identified, a plan of action was

in place, and most importantly, the federal government was ready to hand over the money!  It seems odd that even in this down economy the State of Connecticut
has no urgency in clearing the way to receive it.

George Logan
AAAC Chair 

       


                       Click here for 
            RACIAL PROFILING UPDATE:

The Connecticut Money School (CMS) offers free financial education classes on budgeting, saving and investing.  Classes are currently offered in Bridgeport, Hartford and New Haven.  To sign up for a class dial
2-1-1 or visit http://www.ctmoney.org/

Free weatherization services and energy efficiency improvements to households at or below 60% of State Median Income. 

State reimbursement to renters.  Older adults and people with disabilities may apply for a renter's rebate.

Weatherization Services & Renter's Rebate Info...

AFRICAN AMERICAN AFFAIRS COMMISSION HOSTS
"AN APOLOGY FOR SLAVERY"

Racial Reconciliation - Why HJ 1 Matters
Facts on Apology For Slavery

      View Forum Photos
             
More Photos

            

         Childhood Obesity in Connecticut

Overweight children and adolescents are at
risk for serious physical, social and mental
health problems,both during their youth and
as adults.    (Information and Facts)

       2009 AAAC CLASSIC AWARDS       
                                              

On May 1, 2009 the African-Amerian Affairs Commission and the State of Connecticut acknowledged the contributions, achievements, and services of AAAC's Classic Award Honorees.  They were recognized for their efforts and positive impact on our communities. Click here to see event photos...

                                                         2009 CLASSIC AWARD HONOREES

  2008 Classic Award Photos.... 

The AAAC would like to thank all who came out to speak  and all who provided written testimony to members of the Connecticut Legislature telling why the issues and concerns of African-Americans should be considered in all aspects of Connecticut's legislative and governing processes. 

Click here to view Public Hearing Testimony and please see AAAC Overview for information about our Commission.

                           

Connecticut Stimulus Package
http://www.recovery.ct.gov/recovery/site/default.asp  

Federal Stimulus Package http://fatwallet.cachefly.net/attachments/3220_stimulus.pdf
http://online.wsj.com/public/resources/documents/STIMULUS_FINAL_0217.html

                                                           

                                                                AAAC NEWS LETTER...  
                                                         Click here to view News Letters

                                                              

                                                  VIEW AAAC PRESS RELEASES.....

 

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Upcoming Events
November 21, 2009
Dr. John Hope Franklin Symposium
Commemorating 100 years of the Civil Rights Organization’s existence
More Info
December 2, 2009
African-American Affairs Monthly Meeting
AAAC Commission Meeting
More Info
December 2, 2009
Writers and Human Rights
Symposium
More Info

African-American Affairs Commission Connecticut General Assembly
State Capitol 210 Capitol Avenue, Room 509 Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: (860) 240-8555 Fax: (860) 240-8444