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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]
 State of Connecticut
Supplier Diversity
Program
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.
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FAQ's From the November 2, 2009 Meeting
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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
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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
"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
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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
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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...
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VIEW AAAC PRESS RELEASES.....
November 21, 2009
Commemorating 100 years of the Civil Rights Organization’s existence
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Workshops focusing on health, economic development, special issues confronting males and females, and local history.
Geared towards local high school and college students.
| Location | 300 Summit Street, Hartford, CT | | Time | 8:30 am - 2:00 pm | | Contact | Ronald Davis
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December 2, 2009
Monthly Meetings to discuss issues facing African-Americans in our Communities.
| Location | State Capitol - Old Judiciary Room | | Time | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | | Contact | Denise Drummond
(860) 240-8555
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December 2, 2009
Justice, Injustice and Human Rights, a roundtable discussion of the rights and responsibilities of writers for human rights.
| Location | UCONN - Torrington, CT | | Time | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | Litchfield County Writers Project
(860) 626-6852
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November 7, 2007
Regular monthly African-American Affairs Commission meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month. The public is invited to attend. If citizens wish to speak during Public Comment, please call (860) 240-8555.
| Location | State Capitol - Old Judiciary Room | | Time | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm | | Contact | Denise Drummond
860-240-8555
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www.cga.ct.gov/aaac
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November 9, 2007
Center for Africana Studies Annual Conference
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Sponsors:
Office of Diversity and Equity - School of Engineering and Technology - Center For International Education - Africana Student Organization (ASO) – Center for Caribbean and Latin American Studies – Office of the Provost and Vice President, Academic Affairs
Student Roundtable Discussion
| Location | Central CT State University | | Time | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm | | Contact | C. Charles Mate-Kole
(860) 832-3105
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November 11, 2007
Southern CT State University - Multicultural Center Presents "International Film Series 2007"
Adanti Student Center - Room 326
| Location | 501 Crescent Street, New Haven CT | | Time | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | | Contact | Multicultural Center
(203) 392-5888
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November 12, 2007
Southern CT State University - Multicultural Center Presents "International Film Series 2007"
Adanti Student Center - Room 326
| Location | 501 Crescent Street, New Haven CT | | Time | 6:45 am - 8:00 pm | | Contact | Multicultural Center
(203) 392-5888
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November 14, 2007
Autism a national crisis for families
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Autism has become a national crisis for families. Since the early 1990’s, the rate of autism has increased with boy’s outnumbering girls four to one. In 2007, the Centers for Disease Control reported that 1 in 150 children are diagnosed with autism. This has parents struggling for answers. Everything from environmental factors to diet and nutrition have been in the media. Parents have found many different treatment options, including Gluten-Free diets, that have shown great improvement for some children.
VNA of Central Connecticut, Inc.
In collaboration with the New Britain Library
Invite you to an
Autism Forum
Wednesday November 14, 2007
6:30pm at the New Britain Public Library
Keynote speaker:
Kim Newgass, President of the Autism Society of CT
Opening remarks by:
The Honorable Donald J. DeFronzo
The panel will also consist of:
Nancy Taylor, Educational Liaison for the Dept. of Developmental Svcs.
Jacqueline Kelleher, PhD., Education Consultant to the Dept. of Education, Bureau of Special Education
Tabor Napiello, Systems of Care
Ruth Carvalho, DSS; Bureau of Rehab Services
Eileen McMurrer, CT Birth to 3 System
Dr. Ann Milanese, Medical Advisor/Diagnostician- Birth to 3
The event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
| Location | New Britain Public Library | | Time | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | | Contact | VNA of Central Connecticut, Inc.
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November 16, 2007
Reverend Al Sharpton, President
Reverend Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson, Chairman
With hate crimes and noose hangings on the rise across the country, we must have the federal government protect us from local hate and bigotry. From Mychal Bell in Jena, Louisiana, to Sean Bell in New York, it is time for the federal government to intervene, and you can help us achieve this objective.
Get into the action and make a difference by signing up and joining us on November 16th at noon in Washington D.C. Please Call: 646-417-7086 24hours a day, 7 days a week and leave your name, address and telephone number to register for this important event.
| Location | 950 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, N.W. | | Time | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | | Contact |
(212) 690-3070
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http://www.nationalactionnetwork.net/html/washington_d_c__march.html
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CT COLLEGE FAIR CONSORTIUM & GENESIS
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FEATURING HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
WORKSHOPS / SCHOLARSHIPS
| Location | Legislative Office Building - 300 Capitol Avenue - Hartford, CT | | Time | 8:30 am - 7:00 pm | | Contact | Jackee Bryant
(860) 833-3144
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November 23, 2007
The HARTFORD GIRLS TRAVEL BASKETBALL will conduct our 1st Annual Thanksgiving Kickoff Tournament to be held at HARTFORD PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL
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The tournament is for ALL GIRLS or BOYS Travel basketball teams in the 5th thru 8th grade divisions. In all over 40 teams will compete over this weekend.
Since 2002, HARTFORD GIRLS TRAVEL BASKETBALL has fielded individual basketball teams for the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade levels. We are proud to say that 100% of our players are from the Hartford Public School System. We are also proud to say that the participants from our first 5 years gained valuable playing experience from this opportunity they never had in the past. But, more important they developed self-confidence, sportsmanship, social and life skills they can carry with them forever.
Our teams participate annually in travel leagues and basketball camps from November through June. Our goals are to continue to grow each year and provide more opportunities to even more students. In addition to sport opportunities we also provide tutoring sessions to students that need help academically. We believe in order for these kids to fully develop and aspire for college they will need to be strong academically as well as athletically. Many of our former players are now playing for the Hartford Public School Systems’ High Schools and because of our educational tutoring some have continued at the collegiate level
| Location | | | Time | 1:00 pm - 1:00 am | | Contact | Glen Mauldi
(860) 280-7969
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November 27, 2007
The Judiciary Committee - PUBLIC HEARING
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The Judiciary Committee will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Criminal Justice Reform on Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 1: 00 p. m. in Room 2E of the LOB. The subject matter proposals are available on the Judiciary web - http: //cga. ct. gov/jud. The first hour will be reserved for Constitutional Officers, State Agency Heads, Municipal Chief Elected Officials and Legislators. After the first hour speaker order will be decided by a lottery system. Numbers may be drawn beginning at 9: 00 a. m. in Room 2500 and will be available up until 12: 00 p. m. Anyone wishing to testify after the drawing is closed will be placed at the end of the list. Speakers will be limited to 3 minutes of testimony. Please submit 55 copies of written testimony to the Judiciary Committee, Room 2500, at least TWO (2) hours prior to the hearing.
Please Note: Limited parking facilities make it impossible to guarantee parking for members of the public attending meetings and functions at the Capitol and LOB. Parking for the public must be on a space-available basis only.
| Location | Room 2E - L.O.B - Capitol Avenue - Hartford | | Time | 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm | | Contact | Joint Committee on Judiciary
860-240-0530
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TOXICS ACTION CENTER-PRESS EVENT
DIRTY DOZEN AWARDS PRESENTATION
Awards will be given to 3 Connecticut Facilities
South Steps of the CT State Capitol Building - 210 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
| Location | 210 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT | | Time | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | | Contact | Sylvia Broude
(203) 589-9989
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http://www.toxicsaction.org/contact.htm
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November 29, 2007
Monthly General Membershhip meeting
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General Membership Meetings
| Location | Capital Community College Room 708 (960 Capital Ave. Hartford) | | Time | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | | Contact | Glenn Cassis
860-286-0877
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State Capitol 210 Capitol Avenue, Room 509 Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: (860) 240-8555 Fax: (860) 240-8444
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