Commissioner Rebeca Sosa Turkey Distribution |
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Commissioner Rebeca Sosa held her annual turkey distribution on November 22 at her district office and the Office of Community Advocacy was happy to assist. Featured in the picture from the Office are Joshua Ho, Teo Noboa, and Yvans Morisseau. |
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Miami-Dade County’s Goodwill Ambassadors assist on Thanksgiving Day |
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Commissioner Keon Hardemon held a Thanksgiving food distribution on November 25 at the Joseph Caleb Center. Goodwill Ambassadors were there to help and give back to the community. |
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Zoo Lights Miami is back this year, along with other holiday celebrations such as Gifts for the Animals and Sip and Stroll. |
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So much to do at the Deering Estate
for the holidays!
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It will be a busy holiday season at the Deering Estate, which is hosting a wide variety of activities sure to please all. There are Evening Strolls, a Mistletoe and Martinis fundraiser, a Holiday Bay Cruise, and more. And the Deering Estate will be decorated in historic Gilded Age themed holiday décor from November 26th to January 6, 2022. Get more information here Miami Museums | Miami Historical Sites | Deering Estate
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First Meeting of the Interfaith Advisory Board |
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The first meeting of the Interfaith Advisory Board was held on November 16, 2021. Pastor Juan Barek was elected Chair, Rabbi Mark Rosenberg was elected First Vice Chair, and Rabbi Robyn Fisher was elected Second Vice Chair. |
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On Saturday, November 13, the Asian American Advisory Board (AAAB), with Miami Dade College World Language Department-Wolfson Campus and Greater Miami Asian Business Coalition, participated in HistoryMiami Museum’s fifth annual CultureFest 305, a folklife festival celebrating life in the Magic City! As part of unique sights, sounds, and flavors that make Miami, Miami - AAAB showcased an interactive Chinese calligraphy demonstration and accentuated programs offered through Miami Dade College. In addition, all enjoyed a jam-packed day of music, dance, food, and art. This festival brought together the city’s finest traditional artists for a day of performances and demonstrations and activities for all ages. Festival attendees discovered all that makes Miami the diverse, vibrant, and extraordinary city we love! |
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Congratulations to Asian American Advisory Board's newly elected Executive Officers |
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During the AAAB’s November general board meeting, the board members elected the AAAB Executive Officers for 2022. Congratulations to Dr. Li Gurau, Chairwoman; Ms. Phonethip “Tai” Vaz, First Vice-Chairwoman; Mr. Vivek “Victor” Swaroop, Second Vice-Chairman; and Ms. Josephine Gordy, Third Vice-Chairwoman. The AAAB is so grateful to the outgoing 2020 and 2021 AAAB Executive Officers for their dedication, service, and leadership: Ms. Sharon Fine, Chairwoman; Mr. Phong “Tony” Vu, First Vice-Chairman; Dr. Li Gurau, Second Vice-Chairwoman; Ms. Tai Vaz, Third Vice-Chairwoman; and Mr. Sadrul Fasihi, Immediate Past Chairman. |
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Congratulations to the Black Affairs Advisory Board Executive Officers |
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Congratulations to the newly elected Black Affairs Advisory Board Executive Officers for 2021 - 2022. Chairperson Pierre Rutledge, Vice Chairperson Dr. Tisa McGhee, Secretary Arbie Nickerson, Jr., Treasurer Edgar Wright, and Parliamentarian Ronald Mumford were elected at the board's November meeting. |
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Affordable Housing Seminar |
The Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council is hosting an Affordable Housing Seminar on December 2, 2021 from 9-11 AM at Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus, 300 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33132, MDC Live Arts Miami Theater, Room 1101 (Bldg. 1, 1st floor). The seminar aims to identify issues with housing affordability and availability in Miami-Dade County and to discuss proposals for the future outlook of the housing market.
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Miami-Dade Domestic Violence Oversight Board Urges Expansion of Resources for Domestic Violence
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Miami-Dade County collects a 1% Domestic Violence and Homeless Tax since 1993, more commonly called the Food & Beverage Tax (F&B Tax), on food and beverages consumed on-premises in certain establishments with a liquor license in all areas of the County, except in Miami Beach, Surfside, and Bal Harbour (the Beach municipalities). |
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Miami-Dade County monitoring COVID-19 |
Miami-Dade County officials continue to work with local, state, and federal agencies to monitor the COVID-19 pandemic. |
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For more information and updates on COVID-19, visit the following sites:
Miami-Dade County COVID-19 Vaccine Information:
or call (305) 614 -2014
Miami-Dade County Updates Regarding Coronavirus:
Miami-Dade County COVID-19 Testing Locations and Information:
Miami-Dade County #WeCanWeWill public education campaign:
Miami-Dade County COVID-19 Relief and Assistance:
United Way of Miami-Dade COVID-19 Resource Center:
Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Updates:
CDC COVID-19 Information:
Get help paying your light bill:
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New hours for the Miami-Dade County
Animal Shelter
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The Miami-Dade Animal Services Pet Adoption and Protection Center has new, extended hours. It’s now open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., thus giving members of the public more time to find new furry friends. |
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COMMUNITY ADVOCACY
BOARD MEETINGS UPDATES
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**There are several vacancies on the following Advisory Boards. If you are interested in serving on one of our boards, contact the respective board Program Director listed below. |
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Chairperson: Dr. Li Gurau
Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 6 p.m.
Location: Stephen P. Clark Center
111 NW 1st Street, Miami, FL 33128
18th Floor Conference Room
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Chairperson: Pierre Rutledge
Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 10 a.m.
Location: TBA
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Chairperson: Monica Interian
Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 6 p.m.
Location: TBA
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Chairperson: John Quick, Esq.
Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 2 p.m.
Location: TBA
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Chairperson: Miguel A. De Grandy, Esq.
TBA
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Domestic Violence Hotline, call 1-800-500-1119 |
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Chairperson: Paul Hunt
Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 10 a.m.
Location: Stephen P. Clark Government Center
111 NW 1st Street, Miami, Florida 33128
10th Floor Conference Room
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Miami-Dade County has the largest population in the State of Florida of individuals 60+ years old. With a County population that totals 2.7 million, more than 435,000 of the total population is made up of those 62+. On May 1, 2018 the Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Ordinance 18-49 creating the Miami-Dade County Elder Affairs Advisory Board.
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Report elder abuse at 1-800-962-2873 |
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Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council (SEDC) |
Chairperson: Dr. Raul Moncarz
TBA
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Chairperson: Jose Diaz
TBA
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Interfaith Advisory Board (IAB) |
Chairperson: Pastor Juan Barek
TBA
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Chairperson: Aiyana Angeni Gonzalez
TBA
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South Dade Black History Center Advisory Board |
Welcoming our new advisory board to the Advocacy family! More information will be provided soon. Feel free to email Ms. Diara Zeigler if you have any questions regarding this board.
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Stephen P. Clark Government Center
111 NW 1st Street Suite 1034
Miami, Florida 33128
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Sincerely,
Laura Morilla, Executive Director
Office of Community Advocacy
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Office of Community Advocacy
| 305.375.5730 | laura.morilla@miamidade.gov | www.miamidade.gov/advocacy/home.asp
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