Latest Past Events

A Conversation with The Black Community: Breaking the Stigma & Healing the Trama

Liacouras Center Fox Gittis Room 1776 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia

Stress, depression and grief, is on the increase during the holiday season, especially among people in African Diaspora communities, who are already affected by generational trauma. People need someone to talk to, but don’t know where to turn. That’s why the 988 African Diaspora Campaign, in partnership with State Sen. Sharif Street, is sponsoring a “Conversation with the Black Community: Breaking the Stigma & Healing the Trauma,” Saturday, Dec. 9 from 10:00AM to 1:00PM at the Temple Liacouras Center, 1776 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia. This event is the culmination of the campaign that was launched in May to promote awareness and use of the federal 988 Mental Health Lifeline, and access to treatment for African Diaspora (African, African American, Caribbean and Afro-Latino) communities in the Philadelphia Region.

The event includes a community discussion including Q & A with Black therapists, moderated by NAACP Philadelphia Branch President Catherine Hicks, on how to begin healing. The discussion will be followed by a healing circle for those who want to participate. People will also be able to network with providers about their services.

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For more information, contact my office at 215-227-6161.

 

2023 Diverse & Minority Business Forum

Temple University - Temple University Student Center 1755 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia

Senator Sharif Street & Temple University in partnership with U.S. Congressman Dwight Evans, Deputy Secretary Kerry Kirkland, PA Department of General Services and Philadelphia Office of Economic Opportunity will host a Diverse & Minority Business Forum.

The event will be held on Thursday, October 19 from 10 am until 2 pm at the Temple University Medical School Student Faculty Center.

Learn to do business with the City & State, PA Department of General Services, Philadelphia Office of Economic Opportunity and Temple University.

Family Baby Shower

Temple University - Aramark Student Training & Recreation (STAR) Complex 1800 North 15th Street, Philadelphia

Join State Senator Sharif Street, North Inc/WIC, Temple Health, Temple University Office of Community Affairs and Engagement, and Uptown Entertainment and Development Corporation for a Family Baby Shower on July 8th from 10am - 2pm.

Free to the community, this unique event offers new and expecting Mom, Dads and Caregivers many healthcare, dietary and social resources that can help them and their babies live healthy lifestyles.

The event will also feature interactive educational programs, information tables and counseling assistance on prenatal care, postpartum care, diet & exercise, healthcare coverage, financial counseling, parenting, pediatric care and much more.