One Bethesda Metro Center
7400 Wisconsin Ave
Bethesda, Maryland, USA, 20814
Featuring
Africa on the Runway
From Milan, Paris, London, New York African fabric and distinctive styles are revolutionizing the fashion world and helping the African economy.
The influence of African Music Around with performances from the African Artists
Dramatic Presentations by African Youths: Africa My Land, My Pride
Nite of Magnificence
The African Union Diaspora
Legacy Gala Banquet, Musical Concert and Honors
Theme: Africa Unite
Tribute to the Congressional Black Caucus
Honoring
The Legacy of Donald Payne Sr.
Former Peace Corps
Denise Rolark Barnes
Celebrating the Vision of Kwame Nkrumah
Reflecting the endurable values of Africa, the evening begins with an African-Union themed cocktail reception featuring African-inspired taste and wine from the five regions of Africa .
The black-tie African couture program moves to the splendor of an authentic Banquet amidst the transformative power of fashion, music and dramatic presentation by Africa's youth.
The accomplishments of the nominees for the Casablanca Legacy Awards transcend time, inspiring generations, placing Africa in a global spectrum, and embodying the virtues of the African Rennaisance.
The Inspirational Theme
The theme of the night radiates the essence of empowernment through African Unity, the vitality of Africa, and the vibracy of her people in a peaceful and properous Continent.
For more on the entire 2-Day African Union Diaspora Legacy Program alongside the US-Africa Summit on August 4-5, 2014: READ