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Washington, DC.  The Dominican American National Roundtable and the National Dominican American Council present a unique audio-visual series entitled “Memorable Speeches” delivered via DANR conventions and summits.

The series has been produced in response to requests from DANR members, friends, supporters, students and scholars interested in documenting the Dominican migratory experience in the United States.

Among the first files, DANR has retrieved from its audio-visual archives a speech delivered by Silvio Torres-Saillant, Ph.D., at the DANR annual conference held at the City College of New York in 2004.

His speech is available here or at  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s47L1ewtYBY&feature=youtu.be

The series is produced by the Common Roots Project, an independent initiative aimed at documenting the migratory experience in the U.S. via conducting and disseminating research studies about the cultures, histories and untold stories of the Americas and the Caribbean.

In the weeks ahead, DANR will release via its national network and website, a list and links to memorable speeches delivered by leaders, scholars, students, DANR presidents, board members and experts along DANR over 14 years of existence.

Coming up next:

Speech by Feniosky Pena Mora, Dean of the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science at Columbia University. Speech was delivered at the DANR 12 Annual Conference in Walt Disney World in 2009.

Speech by Thomas Perez, Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division of the United States Department of Justice, delivered at the DANR 12th Annual National Conference.

“Es Aqui” speech by the Honorable Adriano Espaillat, delivered at DANR 7th Annual National Conference.

Speech delivered by the Honorable Juan Pichardo, RI Senator, at DANR 7th Annual National Conference.

For more information, and to request DVD copies of DANR memorable speeches, send your request via  e-mail to nationalcouncil@danr.org.

Washington, DC.–Como clara señal de un grupo que ha alcanzado grandes logros en población, base económica,  educación, y arena pública, los dominicanos se dejan sentir  en todos los niveles de gobierno, tratando de ocupar un espacio proporcional a su población y contribuciones.

Una mirada a las próximas elecciones en el país revela un nutrido grupo de dominicanos lanzándose  para ocupar cargos públicos, desde juntas de educación hasta el Congreso de los Estados Unidos, y así unirse a los más de cuarenta funcionarios electos de descendencia dominicana.

En Paterson, New Jersey cinco jóvenes profesionales aspiran ocupar el concejo municipal el 8 de Mayo: Julio Tavarez (re-elección), Alex Méndez, Wilkin Santana, Pedro Rodríguez y Flavio Rivera.

En Roselle, New Jersey, el Presidente de la Junta de Educación Erik Cedano aspira ocupar una posición en el concejo municipal el 5 de Junio.

En Perth Amboy, New Jersey, el empresario Frank Salado se postula para Alcalde el 4 de Noviembre.

En New York, el Senador Estatal Adriano Espaillat aspira convertirse en el primer Congresista Estadounidense de origen dominicano el 26 de Junio.

En Lawrence, Massachusetts el Representante Estatal Marcos Devers busca la relección y el Concejal Frank Moran aspira a convertirse en Representante Estatal el 6 de Noviembre.

En Providence Rhode Island, el Senador Estatal Juan Pichardo busca la relección a un 5to termino y la Representante Estatal Grace Díaz busca la relección a un 4to termino el 9 de Septiembre.

La lista completa de dominicanos postulándose para cargos públicos estara disponible en www.danr.org.

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Dominicans Seek Representation in The United States

Washington, DC.–  As a clear sign of a group that has reached milestones in population, economic base, education, and public arena, Dominicans are springing up at all levels of government, seeking to occupy a proportional space.

A bird’s view of upcoming elections across the country reveals a strong group of Dominicans vying for public office from boards of education to US Congress, to join the over forty current elected officials of Dominican descent:

In Paterson, New Jersey five young professionals seek to occupy seats on the city council on May 8th: Julio Tavarez (re-election), Alex Mendez, Wilkin Santana, Pedro Rodriguez, and Flavio Rivera.

In Roselle, New Jersey, current Board of Education President Erik Cedano seeks a council seat on June 5^th.

In Perth Amboy, New Jersey, Businessman Frank Salado seeks the mayoral seat on November 4^th

In New York, State Senator Adriano Espaillat seeks to become the first US Congress member of Dominican descent in the June 26 primaries.

In Lawrence, Massachusetts State Representative Marcos Devers seeks reelection and Frank Moran is seeking a Representative seat in the 17^th District on November 6th.

In Providence Rhode Island, State Senator Juan Pichardo will seek re-election to a 5^th term, and Representative Grace Diaz will seek re-election to a 4^th term.

A complete list of Dominicans seeking public office will be available at www.danr.org.

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UNIDOS EN APOYO A DEAN FENIOSKY PENA-MORA

Feniosky Pena Mora (Photo by Eduardo Hoepelman)

La Mesa Redonda Dominico Americana y el Consejo Nacional Dominico Americano se unen al Ydanys Rodriguez, concejal de la Ciudad de Nueva York,  líderes  comunitarios,  residentes y estudiantes de la  Ciudad de Nueva York en apoyo al Decano Feniosky Penalty Mora y en oposición al esfuerzo  para sacarlo de su posición como Decano de la Fu Foundation School of Engineering y Applied Science de la Columbia University.

Desde que asumió la posición de Decano en 2009, Feniosky Pena-Mora ha demostrado su talento como un líder Latino plenamente capaz de dirigir el Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science.

Su lista de logros incluyen:

1.      Mejorar el ranking nacional de la Fu Foundation School of Engineering  de 21 en 2009 a 15 en 2012.

2.      Diversificar tanto la facultad como el alumnado añadiendo más mujeres y minorías a la escuela.

3.      Atraer y enlistar nuevos profesores con altos estándares de excelencia.

4.      Aumentar el apoyo a la  Columbia University Engineering Endowment.

VENGA E INVITE A OTRAS PERSONAS A APOYAR!

Qué?: Rally / Conferencia de Prensa denunciando eliminación de Feniosky Pena-Mora como Decano de of Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science at Columbia University

Cuando?:  Jueves 10 de mayo de 2012 a las 2 pm

Donde?:  Frente a la Columbia University- 116th Street & Broadway in Upper Manhattan, NY

Contact0: 646-250-2175

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Background articles posted by DANR about Feniosky Pena-Mora

First Dominican Appointed Dean of Columbia University’s School of Engineering to Be DANR Conference Keynote Speaker in Walt Disney World

http://danr.org/tag/feniosky-pena-mora/

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** Press Advisory**                  

Feniosky Pena Mora (Photo by Eduardo Hoepelman)

The Dominican American National Roundtable and the National Dominican American Council join NYC Councilmember Ydanis Rodriguez, New York City community leaders, residents and students to stand together in support of Dean Feniosky Pena Mora and in opposition to the current effort to remove him from his position as Dean of the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science at Columbia University.  

Since assuming the position of Dean in 2009, Feniosky Pena-Mora has demonstrated his talents as a Latino leader fully capable of leading the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science.  

His list of accomplishments include:

1.   Improved the Fu Foundation School of Engineering National ranking from 21 in 2009 to 15 in 2012.

2.   Diversified both the faculty and student body by adding more women and minorities to the school.

3.   Attracted and brought on board new faculty with high standards of excellence. 

4.   Increased the support for Columbia University Engineering Endowment.

COME AND BRING OTHERS TO SUPPORT! 

What: Rally/ Press Conference denouncing removal of Feniosky Pena-Mora as Dean of Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science at Columbia University

When: Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 2pm

Where: In Front of Columbia University- 116th Street & Broadway in Upper Manhattan, NY 

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UNIDOS EN APOYO A DEAN FENIOSKY PENA-MORA

Feniosky Pena Mora (Photo by Eduardo Hoepelman)

La Mesa Redonda Dominico Americana y el Consejo Nacional Dominico Americano se unen a Ydanis Rodriguez, Concejal de la Ciudad de Nueva York, líderes  comunitarios,  residentes y estudiantes de la  Ciudad de Nueva York en apoyo al Decano Feniosky Penalty Mora y en oposición al esfuerzo  para sacarlo de su posición como Decano de la Fu Foundation School of Engineering y Applied Science de la Columbia University. 

Desde que asumió la posición de Decano en 2009, Feniosky Pena-Mora ha demostrado su talento como un líder Latino plenamente capaz de dirigir el Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science.   

Su lista de logros incluyen:

1.      Mejorar el ranking nacional de la Fu Foundation School of Engineering  de 21 en 2009 a 15 en 2012.

2.      Diversificar tanto la facultad como el alumnado añadiendo más mujeres y minorías a la escuela.

3.      Atraer y enlistar nuevos profesores con altos estándares de excelencia.

4.      Aumentar el apoyo a la  Columbia University Engineering Endowment.

VENGA E INVITE A OTRAS PERSONAS A APOYAR!

Qué?: Rally / Conferencia de Prensa denunciando eliminación de Feniosky Pena-Mora como Decano de of Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science at Columbia University

Cuando?:  Jueves 10 de mayo de 2012 a las 2 pm

Donde?:  Frente a la Columbia University- 116th Street & Broadway in Upper Manhattan, NY

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Background articles posted by DANR about Feniosky Pena-Mora

First Dominican Appointed Dean of Columbia University’s School of Engineering to Be DANR Conference Keynote Speaker in Walt Disney World

http://danr.org/tag/feniosky-pena-mora/

Online application form: Apply Here

2012 DANR National Youth Fellowship Application Form

Washington, DC (March 20, 2012).– Applications are now available for the Dominican American National Roundtable’s 2012 National Youth Fellowship Program. This year’s theme is: Civic Engagement: Leading the Next Generation towards Advocacy and Reform.

The program will take place in Washington, D.C. from July 22 to July 29, 2012.

This training will bring together college students of Dominican descent both at the undergraduate and graduate levels who are interested in taking on leading roles in becoming agents of change in their communities though civic engagement.

DANR Fellows will engage in a 1-week leadership development training in Washington, D.C. where they will learn about the current state of policies affecting the Latino community and how to take action towards reform throughout a series of workshops, events, site visits, and congressional visits, and project development.

In the fall of 2012, fellows will then participate in advocacy projects for 12 weeks where they will put forth their training and knowledge into practice. Projects may include self-produced community workshops, a DANR.org online newsletter initiative on topics such as education and literacy, housing, immigration, economic development and others.  Fellows will develop a deeper understanding of how they can affect positive change in their communities and their nation.  All majors welcome. Travel, lodging,  and selected activities will be covered.

Online applications are now available: Apply here.

Deadline for applications is May 18, 2012 11:59 P.M. (Eastern Time)

Become an Agent of Change in your community! Apply today and take advantage of this great leadership development opportunity.

“Being able to participate in the DANR National Youth Fellowship Program inspired and motivated me to become even more involved.” said Dahiana Tejada – 2011 Fellow Alumni. ” Now more than ever is the time to advocate and work towards the betterment of the Dominican-American community.  This fellowship provided me with the necessary tools to become a leader in my community.”

SPONSOR A FELLOW:  DONATE

For more information contact:

Maria D. Moreno, DANR National Youth President & Fellowship Program Director

mmoreno@danr.org

(202) 505-4693

Ms. Pierina Sanchez

National Youth Fellow Alumni

917-727-4190

psanchez@danr.org

This program is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Ford Motor Company Fund, and the National Supermarket Association (NSA).

Ford Motor Company Fund & National Supermarket Association (NSA)

Hispanics Across America, Inc.

Washington, DC —DANR, the National Dominican American Council, Hispanics Across America, and hundreds of organizations and leaders join efforts to host the First 100 Thousand Dominican Gathering in Washington, DC to celebrate over 50 years of Dominican presence and contributions to the United States of America. The massive gathering will take place Saturday, July 28, 2012 at 11:00 am on the grounds of the Washington Monument on the National Mall in Washington, DC.

To register for free and list your organization, click here: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e5hfyrg14c01bf3a&llr=k57fpzcab

List of Co-Hosting Organizations of the First Historical National Massive Gathering of 100 Thousand Dominicans in Washington, DC

PRELIMINARY LIST OF ORGANIZATIONS & LEADERS:

Dominican American National Roundtable

National Dominican American Council

Hispanics Across America

VOXXI.COM

Embassy of the Dominican Republic in Washington, DC

Alianza Dominicana de PR

The Institute for Latino Studies

Dominican Affairs Conference of NJ

Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico

Mamajuana Café

The Common Roots Project

Alianza Pais

Dr. Salomon Melgen, MD

Dr. Ramon Antonio Veras

Fernando Mateo

NYS Senator Adriano Espaillat

NYS Senator Jose Peralta

NYS Senator Gustavo Rivera

NYC Councilman Ydanis Rodriguez

NYC Councilwoman Julissa Ferreras

RI Senator Juan Pichardo

Hon. Claribel Martinez Marmolejos

NJ Councilman Julio Tavarez

NYC Councilman Fernando Cabrera

Yonkers, NY Councilman Wilson Terrero

PA Councilman Julio Guridy

Bronx leader Yudelka Tapia,

MA Representative Marcos Devers

RI Representative Grace Diaz

MD Representative Joseline Melnick

NJ Latino Leadership Alliance

Bronxnet Television­

Manny Segura

FuntoSalud

Hispanic Heritage Foundation

Teatro Las Tablas

Lukaroli

Kety ProSalud

MPD Vision Quisqueya 2020

AANE

LatinoVision TV.com

Fundacion Expoferia RD-USA-Inc

Long & Foster Prop MGMT

C&S Shipping

YWCA

Apple Consultants

Mujeres en Accion

3C-Media, Inc.

Dominican Student Association-Penn State

Dr. Hugo M. Morales, Trustee of the City University of New York

Ana Ofelia Rodriguez

Community Leader Miosotis Munoz

National Dominican American Councils of Puerto Rico

Dominican Americans Votes League, Inc.

Universidad Unicaribe

Chakoff International SA

Juan Villar & Gregorio Luperon High School

Hunts Point Development Corporation

DC Department of Health

Hon. Cris Mendoza, Town of Bladesburg, MD

Uniquely Salomon Wellness Fitness Dance

Quisqueya en Action, RI

Caixa-NY

Union Dominico Americana de Reading, PA

Dominicano News

NJ Latino Leadership Alliance

NJ Conference on Dominican Affairs

BronxNet, Institute for Latino Studies

Buenv Vision TV

Dominican Republic Tourism Board

The City University of New York

Asociaciones de Provincias y Paradas Dominicanas en USA

Dominican American Local Councils in USA

Dominican Student Associations at U.S. colleges and universities

Comite Provincial Puertoplateños USA

Latino Association of Tax Preparers, Inc.

Atax

Zabala al Dia.com

Community Leader Hector Ramirez

Manny Tavarez

UPDATED LIST OF SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS IS BEING UPDATED DAILY AT WWW.DANR.ORG.

For more information call 202-238-0097 and or write to nationalcouncil@danr.org

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DANR is putting together a list of accomplished U.S. Dominicans to create “The Dominican List,” a publication and audio visual account of Dominican past and present contributions to the United States. The List will be accessible to the public at the DANR website www.danr.org, and, twenty of the top accomplished Dominicans will be featured in the documentary “The Dominican List,” to be released on July 28, 2012 at the 100 Thousand Dominican Gathering in Washington, DC.

Please take a few minutes and nominate those Dominicans you deem should be included in “The List” by Friday, May 18, 2012 at midnight.

Participe / Take this survey

Dominican American National Roundtable (DANR)
National Dominican American Council (NDAC)

1050 17th Street NW Suite 600

Washington, DC 20036

202-238-0097

www.danr.org

dominicanlist@danr.org

El Concilio Nacional Dominico Americano de Lynn, Massachusetts, en trabajo mancomunado con el Instituto Para Estudios Latinos y el Common Roots Project haran una presentacion exclusiva del documental original Los Panfleteros de Santigo producido por Nestor Montilla el sabado 28 de abril del 2012 a las 7:00 pm en el 25 Exchange Street Lynn, MA 01902.

El documental trata sobre la historia de 27 jóvenes que fueron apresados, torturados, asesinados y sus restos cortados en pedazos por órdenes del dictador Rafael Leonidas Trujillo.

El Dr. Ramon Antonio Veras (El Negro Veras), considerado como uno de los jovenes panfleteros que sobrevivio, viajara desde la Republica Dominicana para participar en la presentacion y contestar preguntas del publico.

“Agradecemos la generosidad del Dr. Veras por apoyarnos y viajar desde la Republica Dominicana a Lynn, MA para dar testimonio acerca de la historia de los Panfleteros de Santiago y su significado historico”, dijo Dinorah Mendez, Directora del Concilio Local Dominico Americano de Lynn, MA.

Para ver el trailer y escuchar el testimonio del Dr. Ramon Antonio Veras respecto al significado historico del documental, pulse en los siguientes links.

Trailer Los Panfleteros de Santiago

Testimonio del Dr. Ramon Antonio Veras respecto al significado historico del documental Los Panfleteros de Santiago

Para mas informacion llame a Dinorah Mendez, Directora del Concilio Nacional Dominico Americano de Lynn al telefono 978-210-4028.

Se sugiere donacion a su discrecion para auspiciar la participacion de jovenes estudiantes en la primera congregacion masiva de 100 Mil Dominicanos en Washington DC el 28 de julio del presente y en el programa de pasantia de la Mesa Redonda Dominico Americana conocido como DANR National Summer Fellowship Program que se llevara a cabo en Washington, DC del 22 and 29 de julio.

Haga su donacion deducible de impuestos online pulsando aqui:

Para proximas presentaciones del documental contactenos via thecommonrootsproject@gmail.com.

At the reception from left, DANR board member Amaris Guzman, DANR President Dr. Maria Teresa Montilla, DANR Youth President Maria Moreno, and NYS Assemblyman Guillermo Linares. Back row from left, DANR fellwoship alumnus Wilson Rosa, Cira Angeles, Nestor Montilla, Chairman of the National Dominican American Council and, DANR fellowship alumna Dahiana Tejada.

Washington, DC (April 29, 2012).  DANR Youth President Maria Moreno and her team of sophisticated national young leaders hosted an innovative Networking Fundraiser Reception on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 5pm at trendy lounge popularly known as APARTMENT 78 located on 4447 Broadway New York, NY 10040.

“Participating in the DANR National Youth Fellowship Program was an excellent opportunity where I was able to receive training in Washington DC, engage in thought-provoking conversations with leaders in fields and meet other like-minded Dominican college students,” said DANR Fellowship alumna Dahiana Tejada.  “It is important that we continue supporting this program and provide the funds to make it possible for another group of young fellows. I’m grateful for everyone who came out to our fundraiser.”

DANR President Dr. Maria Teresa Montilla, and board members attended the reception.

“This program is a forum for young, talented Dominican-Americans to interact with each other and share their goals, dreams, and ideas,” said Wilson Rosa, one of the DANR fellowship alumni present. “In essence, it is a platform that empowers the young leaders of our community. This event brought together our friends, supporters, and community leaders. We thank them for attending.”

Proceeds will help defray costs for students participating in DANR 2012 National Fellowship Program entitled this year Civic Engagement: Leading the Next Generation Forward.

(Donate Online Here).

As part of the reception, the following items were auctioned at the fund raising:

For more information about the fellowship, click here or email nyf@danr.org