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Women's Empowerment Vision Board Summit
An annual event designed to promote self love and self care to women particularly from the underserved communities of the SFV. This year will mark our 12th annual event |
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Year at a glance
Zawadi Cultural Collective in conjunction with Black In The Valley have variety of social and educational programs planned for the 24/25 year. Here's a list of events. Please check back for updates on times and locations:
KIDPRENUER PROGRAM
May 31, 2025
12p - 4p
This four-hour intensive program is designed to harness the entrepreneurial spirit of our youth. During this program we will discuss all the elements of creating and operating a business. Topics include but not limited to, marketing, product development, operating cost, branding, presentation and legalization of a business. Mentors and guest speakers will give guidance to the youth as they are given all the tools to create their own business
BLACK PROM
June 13, 2025
7p - 11p
Celebrating all high school students with a festive night of partying and socializing.
8TH ANNUAL JUNETEENTH COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
June 14, 2025
1p - 6p
Our 8th annual Juneteenth Celebration. Bring a blanket, your lawn chairs and the family for a celebration "family reunion" style. Enjoy performers and music while shopping at one of over 100 vendors at our marketplace. Grab you something to eat from one of our food vendors or participate in one of our interactive games. We will be honoring our community leaders, volunteers and student graduates. It’s a day of fun that you wouldn't want to miss.
Stay tuned to this site for more information about these and other events sponsored by Zawadi Cultural Collective.
PROGRAMS
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WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT VISION BOARD PARTY
A women’s empowerment event held in January designed to promote self-love and self-care to women. In addition to the vision board component the program features guest speakers, a panel discussion, a product swap, giveaways and other services geared to relaxation of the mind and body.
Juneteenth Community Celebration
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An event to commemorate the emancipation from
slavery on June 19th, 1865. Geared towards bringing together the African American Valley community for an afternoon of fellowship and fun. The event features music, family activities, sports, water play, a book fair, an essay scholarship program, vendors and a Kidpreneur Korner. |
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ZAWADI LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE
A leadership program for boys and girls of color. Lead by prominent men and women in the community, this program is designed to give youth the tools that they need to become productive leaders in society. Each year the program is centered on a theme that is supported by a number of activities and guest speakers.
BLACK IN THE VALLEY MARKETPLACE
A quarterly marketplace designed to support the community
while building financial security for small businesses in the
area. The Marketplace is held every March, June, September
and December. It features over 50 local vendors showcasing
their products and services to the public.
while building financial security for small businesses in the
area. The Marketplace is held every March, June, September
and December. It features over 50 local vendors showcasing
their products and services to the public.
KIDPRENEUR BUSINESS ACADEMY
A 4 hour program designed to foster the creativity and entrepreneurial spirt in today's youth. A team of business professionals will guide our young entrepreneurs through the steps needed to become business owners. They will take their ideal from concept to realization, completing the necessary paperwork required to start a business and launching their business at our Juneteenth Community Celebration.
Zawadi food distribution
A weekly Food Distribution service designed to provide
underserved communities of the San Fernando Valley
access to good quality food. It's held every Saturday
morning from 10am until supplies last. Meats, produce,
fish, dairy, bread and prepackaged meals are all made available to the public for free.
Location: Christ Community Church
7911 Winnetka Ave
Winnetka, CA. 91306
underserved communities of the San Fernando Valley
access to good quality food. It's held every Saturday
morning from 10am until supplies last. Meats, produce,
fish, dairy, bread and prepackaged meals are all made available to the public for free.
Location: Christ Community Church
7911 Winnetka Ave
Winnetka, CA. 91306