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PRNewswire - December 2, 2005
This years recipients come from an array of backgrounds and shined in different ways but each leads or has led their communities, stood by their beliefs and lived their lives with respect and tolerance for every one.
The luminary Charles Angel Honorees are:
* Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton -- "The Charles Angel Leadership Award" for her selfless contributions made to the African American community in fighting HIV/AIDS.
* Earvin "Magic" Johnson -- "The Bayard Rustin Humanitarian Award" for his continued dedication to the economic prosperity and revitalization of Harlem, NY.
* Sylvester James (Sylvester) -- "The Charles Angel Artist Award" for the words, strength and friendship he gave us through his music.
* The Pediatric Family Care Center at Harlem Hospital, Dr. Elaine Abrams -- "The Charles Angel Community Out-Reach Award" for their commitment to working with children with HIV/Aids and thereby blessing young lives and ours as well.
Presiding as Mistress of Ceremonies for the dinner will be Kathy Jordan Sharpton, Director of New Talent for the Apollo Theatre Foundation. Surprise celebrity guests will be attendance as presenters, a special appearance by Logo Television's Noah's Arc and a spectacular musical performance by Grammy nominated songstress Martha Wash.
About the Gay Men of African Descent (GMAD)
In 1986, Gay Men of African Descent (GMAD) was conceptualized in New York City, a result of the vision of founder, The Reverend Charles Angel who embarked on a mission to empower the black gay men. In many New York neighborhoods, gay black men continued to exist below the radar; Black men were dying in silence from HIV/AIDS because prevention funds did not reach them. GMAD stepped in to fill a void and connect the dots. Choosing not the path of least resistance but one of challenge and uncertainty, Reverend Angel and his colleagues took on the role -- and the weight -- of community activists in order to create parity for the black gay community.
Incorporated as a 501 (c ) (3) in 1990 GMAD continues to provide targeted services and appropriate activities and counseling. True to its mission, GMAD remains the voice of the LGBT community, championing its rights and challenging wrongs.
SOURCE Gay Men of African Descent (GMAD)
Web Site: http://www.gmad.org
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