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| 2024.07 NYACP Newsletter Summer 2024 |
NYACP NEWS ~ Summer 2024Volume 6, Issue 3 In this Issue President's Message A MESSAGE FROM OUR 2024 NYACP PRESIDENT
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By Melissa Goodstein, Esq.
The busy fall season will be here before we know it, so it is important to take this time to rest and recharge. For me, this means embarking on my annual summer trip to Tuscany, where I can spend quality time with my family and bask in the beauty of the Tuscan sun. Below is a summer recipe on my rotation that captures my summer joy-simplicity with quality ingredients. I hope that you also find your own sunshine this summer, allowing yourself to shine light on what is truly important in your life. Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to NYACP. Together, we can strengthen our relationships, support each other's work, and ultimately make a greater impact in the lives of those we serve. Thank you for your continued dedication and commitment to our organization. Warm regards, Melissa
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NYACP PODS
POD Meetings are monthly. Please check the full calendar on our website for topics, dates and times. PODS, which meet monthly via a virtual format, make this opportunity accessible to all of our members regardless of where you reside. That said, PODS are a wonderful way to learn, grow, and develop relationships with your fellow Collaborative Colleagues. Looking forward to seeing you all of you taking advantage of this great member benefit.
LONG ISLAND POD
On April 2, 2024, the LI POD hosted "Collaborative Law: Substance Abuse and Co- Parenting." We are all aware that substance abuse and its related consequences is a common, pervasive and challenging problem for all members of the families we work with. Steven Paymer of Paymer Associates presented this program focused on finding interim solutions for families during the Collaborative Processes. The presentation emphasized how to assist the collaborative team to help the family deal with substance abuse during a divorce vs. the science behind the testing and devices that are currently available. Some of the questions answered during the meeting were:
1. What if any agreements, or authorizations you would ask the team, and the clients to sign.
2. What information may be shared, or not with the collaborative team, and the parties.
3. How can the attorneys and their clients be assisted with monitoring and continued drug testing throughout the process?
4. The ability to continue the monitoring after the settlement agreement is signed
5. Sharing sample language/suggestions about how to address co-parenting concerns related to safety of the children when they are with a parent who abuses drugs and or alcohol.
6. Do you accept health insurance?
7. The cost of your services and how they are billed.
8. How services differ when used in a collaborative vs. adversarial (court) setting.
On May 7, 2024 the LI PODcontinued their excellent programming with an informal meeting on the impact of the “invisible/well meaning ‘shadow people” who can really complicate and add confusion to the process for our clients. Being aware that our clients may feel the need to elicit support, comfort, and even opinions from others, the discussion centered around how we as professionals coach our clients about the outside noise so that it does not taint the process.
On June 4, 2024 the LI POD hosted an informal discussion about what to do "When a Member of the Collaborative Team is Not Acting Collaborative." If you would like more information about the Long Island Pod, contact [email protected].
NEW YORK CITY POD
On the second Tuesday of each month, the NYC POD group hosts interactive learning opportunities for our members (held via Zoom. You don’t have to be in NYC to attend!).
On April 09, 2024, the NYC POD hosted "Paying for College" presented by Carolyn Pippen Master Ivy Wise College Admissions Counselor and Academic Advisor. With the increased number in “Grey Divorces” that we are experiencing, as well as the tremendously expensive cost of college, many of our clients are attempting to resolve how they will pay for this. This must be addressed in the Collaborative process, which may offer creative solutions.
In this talk, Carolyn explained the many ways that you can pay for college and how your college list plays into the financial aid and scholarship process. Topics covered included the new FAFSA, additional financial aid applications required by selective institutions, and a variety of strategies for finding and securing merit-based scholarships. There was a live Q&A session following the presentation, allowing attendees to have their questions about college admissions and finances answered directly by Carolyn.
Carolyn specializes in students applying to competitive and/or highly selective schools, liberal arts students, students interested in a wide range of schools, undecided students, and students looking to uncover their passions. After graduating with her BA in creative writing and her master’s in education policy, Carolyn discovered her passion for the admissions process. She is a former admissions officer at Vanderbilt University and previously served as a school-based counselor, establishing and directing the college counseling departments at two prestigious charter schools in Nashville. At Vanderbilt, Carolyn was involved in every part of the recruitment and admissions process. The committee review process was her favorite part of evaluating applications at Vanderbilt, and it was there she learned the nuances of how applicants are read and the importance of every piece of the college application. This experience allows Carolyn and her students to put together applications that will impress admissions counselors in the review process. In her work as a school-based counselor, she used her admissions expertise to guide students through the self-reflection and exploration necessary to create a strong postsecondary plan.
On May 14, 2024 NYACP’sown Sallie Mullins Thompson, CPA, CFP, CDFA presented "Tax Traps for the Marital Separation Agreement." This presentation discussed various tax glitches that can occur in drafting the marital separation agreement and ways to avoid them so that your clients don’t experience unexpected future tax surprises. Topics ranged from real estate factors, retirement plans, investments accounts, property transfers, spousal support, and income tax return related issues were covered.
Sallie Mullins Thompson is a CPA, CFP, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), and tax strategist, with over two decades of experience in the financial services profession. She assists families, business owners, and individuals, in the NYC and Washington, DC metropolitan areas, with all elements of their financial lives – from tax to investments to savings to planning to life transitions and has a special interest in women who are navigating the divorce process. As a CPA financial planner, CFP, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), Sallie Mullins Thompson handles the money end of divorce – before, during, and after. She assists families in navigating divorce by drawing a road map for them; evaluates budgets, income, what’s owned, and what’s owed; prepares long-term financial projections; and focuses on both parties ending up with enough money to live. On a personal level, Sallie is the doting grandmother of her two beautiful grandchildren and lives near them in DC with her adorable cat, Snuggles.
NORTHERN WESTCHESTER POD
More and more frequently we are discovering that there are children with special needs in the families of our divorcing clients that require special consideration during the divorce process. Given that “we don’t know what we don’t know.” This is a very significant topic, for us as Professionals working with these families, and to transmit to our clients.
On April 17, 2024, Chrissy Liptrot presented "Resources Relating to Children and Special Needs."
Chrissy Liptrot is an educational consultant and advocate with over ten years of Special Education classroom experience. She is a Westchester County native who started her career teaching tenth and eleventh-grade English at the Churchill School, a K-12 private school for students with learning disabilities in New York City. Chrissy then transitioned to a Westchester County public school, where she taught sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade Special Education across multiple subjects and disciplines. She has worked closely with students and their families to navigate the complex and often intimidating IEP and 504 process. Chrissy has been advocating for student accommodations and modifications throughout her tenure as an educator and continues to do so as an educational consultant.As a teacher, she gained an understanding of the inner workings of the IEP and 504 process from the perspective of teachers and school administrations. Chrissy firmly believes that every student, no matter their skill level or ability, can succeed in the classroom, whether that classroom is a traditional or alternative setting. Every student deserves access to curricula and learning, and as a consultant and advocate, Chrissy is dedicated to helping families achieve that access.
On May 15th, 2024 the NYC POD hosted NYACP’s own, Steve Kaplan, CPA who presented "Sunsetting Provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 - What Do I Need to Know?." This was a very informative presentation which provided us with answers to some very common and often daunting tax considerations.
On June 19, 2024, the Northern Westchester POD held a roundtable discussion on “How to Prevent Clients from Hijacking a Collaborative Meeting and Ultimately the Collaborative Process.” This is an important topic. The program provided a forum for people to brainstorm for solutions about how to handle these situations.
NYACP's Northern Westchester Pod will present a Member Zoom Meeting every third Wednesday at 9:00am of each month with a hiatus during the summer.
NYACP PROGRAMMING
In addition to the wealth of programming that the PODs provide, the Training and Education Committee is had at work planning programs for throughout the year.
On April 19, 2024, NYACP’s own Adam Halper, facilitated a very important presentation for our members with Courtney Anne Chicvak, M.S., J.D., CEO & Conflict Resolution Specialist. Adam and Courtney spoke about the revolutionary process and consideration for utilizing "AI in Our Practices." The presentation covered topics including and not limited to using AI, generally, best practices, and included examples and demonstratios of using AI to develop parenting plans in mediation, the development of professional marketing materials and content, and wrapped up with an interactive Q and A.
Adam J. Halper is a mediator and an attorney. He works with individuals, attorneys, and businesses to help them resolve disputes. He has represented clients in a variety of litigation and transactional areas and brings strong business, legal and interpersonal acumen to client issues and conflicts. He practices collaborative law and he is a parenting coordinator. Currently, in addition to his private law and mediation practice, he is on the roster of neutrals for the American Arbitration Association, several New York State Courts and and the District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. Mr. Halper began his career representing domestic violence survivors at Legal Services-NYC, the nation’s largest public interest law firm. Prior to opening a private practice, he was the Director of the Legal Wellness Institute at The Family Center, a unique multidisciplinary organization that serves individuals and families affected by severe illness. There, he led a team of attorneys, paralegals, law students and pro bono volunteers in the representation of thousands of New Yorkers. He has written extensively about his work with vulnerable populations, access to justice and mediation.
Courtney Chicvak is the CEO and Conflict Resolution Specialist at Courtney Anne Chicvak Mediation LLC, a Long Island-based alternative dispute resolution (ADR) firm dedicated to promoting peace within families and the Director of Alternative Dispute Resolution at Long Island Dispute Resolution Centers (EAC Network). As an International Mediation Institute (IMI) Certified Mediator, Courtney has used the facilitative and transformative mediation models during hundreds of disputes to support difficult conversations, to inspire understanding, and to empower participants to discover pathways to their own resolutions. Her mediation experience includes commercial, civil, employment, workplace, personal injury, community, special education, housing (residential landlord-tenant), intellectual property, co-parenting (custody & visitation), divorce, adult family, trusts and estates, and pet disputes. She mediates in several settings: community dispute resolution centers, the New York State Unified Court System, a non-profit organization and private mediation practice.
On May 16, 2024, NYACP presented "An Evening with Judge Waterman Marshall." Judge Marshall discussed her guiding principles when “Getting to Yes: Applying Mediation Techniques in Litigated Matters”. The evening began with a deliciously light dinner and time to mix and mingle with our Collaborative Colleagues. Judge Waterman’s presentation was interactive and welcomed many questions, comments, and ideas, for how our judges can become an active participant in assisting in settling these matters. It also provided all of us to think out of the box and help the families who cross our paths to find peace in the midst of adversity!
Judge Waterman-Marshall is a New York State trial court judge who joined the bench as an experienced civil litigator. She practiced in the New York State and Federal trial and appellate courts for close to sixteen years (from 1999-2014), before taking a position as the Principal Law Clerk to Justice Arthur Engoron, with whom she worked until her election to the New York City Civil Court bench in November 2018. Although Judge Waterman-Marshall's practice concentrated largely on general civil and commercial matters, with a brief stint in the public sector as an Attorney for the Child, her judicial career thus far has been focused in family and matrimonial law. Judge Waterman-Marshall's experiences as a litigator, coupled with the humane approach she employed and developed in Family Court, inform how she manages her inventory of contested and uncontested divorce actions, general civil actions, and Article 75 and 78 proceedings. Since 2016, Judge Waterman-Marshall has been an Adjunct Law Professor at Benjamin Cardozo School of Law, where she teaches first-year legal writing and lawyering. In addition, she remains active in several bar associations, including the New York State Bar Association, the New York City Bar Association, and the New York Women’s Bar Association.
NYACP SGCP GROUPS
All NYACP Members are encouraged to take the opportunity to join a Support Group. Participation will provide you with the experience of joining with other members in our community to connect in a more in-depth way regarding our work and best practices. This is separate from our POD Groups. These are closed groups and they require commitment. This commitment includes being responsible for presenting, and addressing some of the complexities that can arise. On your Collaborative matters. This can be a vulnerable undertaking and building trust and understanding with our colleagues is an essential part of why these groups are valuable. We all know how challenging our work can be.
LOWER WESTCHESTER SUPPORT GROUP
Steve Kaplan [email protected] and Ellen Jancko-Baken [email protected] are leaders. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of the month from 5:30-6:30
NORTHERN WESTCHESTER SUPPORT GROUP
Meg Sussman [email protected] and Melissa Goodstein
METRO NY SUPPORT GROUP
Katherine Miller provided an opportunity to present a case and get feedback from our colleagues. With a commitment to participate, all are invited and welcome to join.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP
The Mental Health Support Group is facilitated by Jeffrey Steiger and Bob Raymond. The last MHP Support Group meeting was informative, supportive and contributed to understanding of the work Mental Health Professionals do and the work that needs to be done. Thank you to all that attended! These meetings are held quarterly on Tuesday mornings from 7:45am-9:00am. The next MHP meeting is on September 24, 2024. Only NYACP members qualify to participate in this group. The registration form can be found HERE. When you register, the log in information will be sent in a confirmation email which can be used for all the meetings this session.
COMMITTEES
NYACP TRAINING AND EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The Training and Education Committee continues their work planning educational programming that will enhance our member experience, and enable members to improve knowledge and skills in their Collaborative Practice. At the same time, these programs, whether in person or virtually, provide members with the opportunity to network and get to know one another. Educational programs include advanced collaborative practice trainings averaging once a month from September to June for all professionals by members and non-members. An annual member meeting and collaborative process training occurs every December, and basic collaborative divorce trainings are offered periodically to prospective new members. The committee is given an annual budget approved by the Board with the directive that programs be designed to enable members to achieve excellence in Collaborative Practice, and strives to provide trainings in response to membership interests and topical issues relative to our collaborative practices. Trainings take place at locations in NYC, Westchester and on Long Island or virtually, with location and platform taken into consideration of the preferences of trainers, sponsors, likely attendees, cost and other factors. The Committee meets on the first Thursday of the month, September through June, from 12 to 1pm via Zoom.
UPCOMING EVENTS
NYACP Annual Meeting and Training
The NYACP Annual Meeting and Training will be held on December 12, 2024 in New York City at New York City Bar Association featuring Dr. Charles Chaffin, Behavioral Economist. The Annual Meeting will begin with a networking luncheon at 11:30 a.m.
Charles Chaffin, Director of Academic Initiatives, CFP Board Center for Financial Planning
Dr. Charles Chaffin is Director of Academic Initiatives with the CFP Board Center for Financial Planning, including the Academic Research Colloquium; Founding Executive Editor of Financial Planning Review; program lead for the Columbia University-CFP Board Teaching Seminar and co-leader of Client Psychology Program within Wharton Executive Education. He is the lead author and editor of the book, Client Psychology, released in 2018.
He is a published researcher with a multitude of papers that focus on the cognitive workload of learners in different task settings, reflective practice and best practices in higher education curriculum and instruction, both within Education as well as within financial planning. He is also editor of the first and second editions of the Financial Planning Competency Handbook and has contributed chapters to a variety of books focused on educational psychology and higher education policy. His educational background has focused on teaching pedagogy, curriculum and instruction, educational and cognitive psychology, learner assessment and higher education administration. He has taught all levels of learners, from elementary school, baccalaureate, graduate and doctoral studies through a variety of instructional platforms. Prior to his appointment in the CFP Board Center for Financial Planning, he worked for seven years providing guidance and oversight to the hundreds of CFP Board Registered Programs nationally. He holds a master’s degree from the University of Michigan and a Doctorate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Split Viewing
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the impact of divorce through the eyes of the children. This is a wonderful presentation that will provide tremendous insight as professionals and to share with your divorcing parents. The Education Committee will identify a venue in Southern Westchester that can accommodate a film screening such as Picture House. Ellen Bruno (Director) will be available via Zoom for a panel discussion. Date and time to be determined, please watch out for future announcements.
The Education Committee is developing a Skills Development Series. The first of the series for September 18th from 5 pm to 7:30 pm with a light dinner. The format will be interactive and emphasize participation This event would serve to discuss and brainstorm as to best practices and educate other professionals new to collaborative practice as to how the process works.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Member benefits are very important to the NYACP Board. To that end, members are urged to get involved in the Membership Committee, or it’s sub-committees (the GCC - Grow the Collaborative Circle, Events, Mentorship, or the Collaborative Connection Luncheons in the various regions). Whether you are a committee member or are participating in our functions, doing so will enhance your experience at NYACP!
The Committee is very actively involved in planning events with professional groups outside of the Collaborative arena who may benefit from joining us in spreading the word about Collaborative Practice, either directly or indirectly. Some of our upcoming events include and are not limited to social events, presentations about Collaborative Practice, regional member luncheons, and the engagement with, support for, and mentoring of new and existing members so that you feel a part of our organization. There is also a new Buddy Program in place for incoming new members. Take advantage of what’s being offered. You will be glad that you did!
The Membership Committee: Ellen Jancko-Baken – Chair, Catherine Canade, Jacqueline Caputo, Ariella Deutsch, Marcos Fernandez, Shara Goldfarb, Adam Halper, Randy Heller, Michelle Lewis, Stephen Linker, Bob Raymond
NYACP COLLABORATIVE CONNECTIONS LUNCHES
If you are a collaborative professional looking to expand your connections with your collaborative colleagues, join us for our bi-monthly meet ups for lunch, coffee, or drinks after work. The NYACP Membership Committee is launching gatherings in Westchester, Long Island and Manhattan to offer an easy way to get to know your collaborative counterparts better with a simple RSVP. These small group (eight person) meet ups will offer a wonderful opportunity to connect with collaborative colleagues you might not already know, share experiences and insights, and learn more about one another both personally and professionally. Invitations are sent out by the office for each scheduled meet up, and the first eight NYACP members to register will reserve a spot for the next meet up at a designated time and location. These meet ups offer a great chance to build up you professional and personal network and to find support and encouragement in helping families who have chosen the collaborative process. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with your peers and get more involved in the NYACP.
Dates, times, and locations to be published. Please lookout for announcements and join us. It’s a GREAT WAY to build relationships with your Collaborative Colleagues!
2024
- SEPTEMBER - New York City
- OCTOBER - Westchester
- NOVEMBER - Western Long Island
- DECEMBER - BREAK
2025
- JANUARY - New York City
- FEBRUARY - Westchester
- MARCH - Western Long Island
- APRIL - New York City
- MAY - Westchester
- JUNE - East End of Long Island
- JULY - BREAK
- AUGUST - BREAK
NYC - A group met at Pershing Square across from Grand Central Station on May 8th with a turnout of new colleagues and prospective members. Participants were Jamie Blum, Marcos Fenandez, Melissa Goodstein, Randy Heller, Alexandra Lindsay Morris, and Sheryl Ann Sastow.
Westchester: A group met at Lili‘s and dined alfresco on May 30. There were four financial neutrals, one new mental health, professional, and two attorneys. The participants were Jay Mota, David Gralnick, Barbara Bell, Michelle Lewis, and Maria, a new financial professional from the Hudson Valley group. The newest mental health professional was Stacey Blume.
Western Long Island: A group met at Vincent’s Clam Bar to enjoy time spent together getting to know one another.
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GROW THE COLLABORATIVE CIRCLE (GCC ) MEMBERSHIP SUB- COMMITTEE
In an effort to Grow the Collaborative Circle (GCC), Marcos Fenandez, Esq. and Randy Heller, PhD have been reaching out to Law School Students, as well as students enrolled in ADR programs to introduce them and teach them about the benefits of Collaborative Practice. These students are the potential next generation of Collaborative Professionals and are also wonderful referral sources. Nora Marcus and Randy Heller intend to reach out to university graduate programs in Mental Health to encourage these students. These students are on the front lines working with many people contemplating divorce, and would be a great conduit to speak with clients about Collaborative Practice as a better alternative for their families. Marcos and Randy recently presented to the students at Seton Hall University School of Law for the second time, and received the nice feedback below.
Hi Marcos and Randy,
I want to express my sincere gratitude for taking the time to speak with my class again. The students absolutely enjoyed the presentation! It was very insightful, and I think you've sparked interest in some of the students to look into collaborative as a potential field of practice.
Thank you!
David L. Reinman, Esq., LL.M.
Adjunct Professor, Conflict Management Program
If any NYACP member knows of a Law, Mental Health or Business graduate student who show an interest in the process and wants to be trained, the Kevin Scudder Higher Education Scholarship Fund is now in place to financially support their training. Please send inquiries to Randy Heller at [email protected]
MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Attention NEW and EXPERIENCED Collaborators:
The Spring Mentorship Program has successfully concluded. Each Mentorship session runs for four months. In the first meeting, participants are encouraged you to share a little about their background and how they became involved in collaborative practice, as well their expectations for the program. Based on prior experience, we suggest that the Mentor and Mentee schedule all of their mentorship meetings in that initial meeting, which can then be confirmed or changed as needed. We will send a reminder each month regarding scheduling.
Mentorship Program: The Mentorship program just completed its latest session on June 15th with four pairs of mentors and mentees. On June 26th, at Ayza Wine bar in Midtown, we held an in person social event which was well attended by both mentors and mentees from Westchester, Manhattan, Long Island and Brooklyn. Everyone had a great time and provided us with valuable feedback and suggestions that we look forward to implementing in the Fall. Our new mentorship session begins on September 15th and runs through January 15, 2025. If you are interested in applying to be a mentor or mentee, we welcome your participation! The link to apply is HERE.
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BUDDY PROGRAM
A few months ago, the NYACP, under the auspices of the Mentorship Program, which is co chaired by Catherine Canadé and Shara Goldfarb, launched a Buddy Program whereby Board members are matched with new members for a period of three months. The Buddy is available to help the new member by checking in with how things have been going since they joined, answering any questions they may have, letting them know about the resources of the organization eg, pods and support groups. The Buddy may also invite them to our online or in person trainings and social events so that they can meet more members. So far the feedback has been very good from both the Buddies and the new members and the initiative will continue this Fall.
RACIAL EQUITY COMMITTEE
The Racial Equity Media Club group museum tour of the Activist NY exhibit at the Museum of The City of New York on June 10th 2024 marked the year-end culmination of book and film discussion in the Racial Equity Media Club led by Catherine Canade and Melissa Goodstein. Our work is led by the belief that by gaining an understanding of the history and consequences of systemic racism, we can better serve our diverse clientele and work towards a more just and equitable society. The Activist NY exhibit explored the history of social activism in NY and how brave and passionate New Yorkers banded together on issues as diverse as civil rights and racial equity to sexual orientation, workers rights and religious freedom. Our members' active participation in this ongoing conversation is crucial, as it will allow us to collectively develop strategies and initiatives to promote racial equity, inclusion, diversity and access within our organization and beyond. Catherine and Melissa will be sending out a summer reading and viewing list and are already planning new film and book selections when we resume the Racial Equity Media Club in the Fall 2024 plus another field trip or two to the arts. We hope that you will join our committee and our Club to continue this important conversation.
As part of the ongoing commitment to promoting racial equity and addressing systemic racism, the NYACP Racial Equity Media Club presented Rustin, a film directed by George C. Wolfe on May 16th, 2024. Rustin is an insightful documentary that delves into the life and legacy of Bayard Rustin, a prominent civil rights activist. Rustin sheds light on the challenges and triumphs faced by Rustin, who played a pivotal role in the civil rights movement. Through this film, participants explored the themes of racial equity and their relevance to our work as collaborative professionals. By examining Rustin's experiences, we can gain a deeper understanding of the systemic racism that persists today and how it affects the communities we serve.
There are also suggestions on the website HERE to read, view, and listen to regarding racial equity for your own personal reference.
If you would like more information about the Racial Equity Committee, please contact the NYACP Office.
Both the NYACP Media Club and the media resource list below are intended to encourage engagement with materials and subjects that may be normally overlooked, and to engage our members to be open to different perspectives and experiences.
Read This:
“Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi (2017): Ghana, eighteenth century: two half-sisters are born into different villages, each unaware of the other. One will marry an Englishman and lead a life of comfort in the palatial rooms of the Cape Coast Castle. The other will be captured in a raid on her village, imprisoned in the very same castle, and sold into slavery.
“James” by Percival Everett (2024): James” takes Mark Twain's classic tale and places the enslaved sidekick, Jim, at its center.
Watch This:
“Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption” by Brian Stevenson. Available on Netflix. (Also a Book).Experience This:
Shirley Chisolm at 100: Changing the Face of Democracy at Museum of City of NY. The first Black woman elected to Congress and the first woman to run for president on a major party ticket, Chisholm emerged from a unique constellation of New York networks.- https://www.mcny.org/exhibition/changing-face-democracy
African Burial Ground: African Burial Ground is the oldest and largest known excavated burial ground in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It protects the historic role slavery played in building New York. The site below gives fascinating history and culture of African Americans. (Ancestral chamber is temporarily closed). https://www.nps.gov/afbg/index.htmRECENT EVENTS
On May 14, the Events Committee (a sub group of the Membership Committee) organized a group of new and existing NYACP members to participate in a lovely social event in White Plains. Members had an opportunity to learn about wine, and at the same time, learn about each other, and develop as well as foster our relationships. A good time was had by all who attended. A special shout out to our own Michelle Lewis and Melissa Goodstein who worked tirelessly to make this evening a success! The Events Committee continues to work to plan social events that allow us to connect and Collaborate on a higher level.
The NYACP Newsletter is intended to inform you not only about what is going on in your organization, it is an invitation and opportunity for our members to get involved as you strengthen your Collaborative relationships and your practice. Please send information about you, your practice, your activities, and your success to Randy Heller, [email protected].
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