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Email:ADODINewYork@aol.com
ADODI New York Inc.
P.O. Box 7417
JAF Station
New York, NY 10116-7417
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DONATIONS:
ADODI Vision Fund
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ADODI New York
is a self sustaining organization with non-profit sponsorship and as such depends on the support of Brothers and allies like you as committed partners in realizing our vision.
May we suggest a donation to our VISION Fund by becoming
A Friend
Up to $50 Donation
A Supporter
Up to $100 Donation
An Advocate
Up to $250 Donation
A Protector
Up to $500 Donation
A Patron
Up to $1,000 Donation
A Sustainer
Up to $5,000 Donation
A Keeper of the FLAME
Up to $10,000 Donation
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-ADODI -
THE SIX PRINCIPLES
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SPIRITUALLY GUIDED
Seeking guidance and becoming grounded in the
Divine Energy that unites and center all our spirits.
HONESTY, OPENNESS AND CLARITY
Communicating thoughts and feelings in a sincere
and concise manner. This principle also speaks to
the need of developing good listening skills
as well as awareness of our body language.
SENSITIVITY TO FEELINGS
Acknowledging another person's feelings or point
of view with or without necessarily agreeing
with it.
CAREFRONTING
Reaching out to support and assist each other in a
caring and effective manner.
RESOLUTION
Establishing a realistic sense of closure of issues
pertaining to our individual and collective purpose.
THE FIVE A's:
ACKNOWLEDGE,
APPRECIATE,
AFFIRM,
ACCEPT,
ACH�
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HABARI GANI? (What's The Word?)
Greetings ADODI Brothers,
Peace and blessings! ADODI New York chapter's upcoming "2nd Saturday" gathering is Saturday, October 11th, 2008 from 4:30PM to 7PM. For our new brothers receiving the Habari Gani e-Newsletter, the address and travel directions with a travel map aide link are always provided towards the bottom of the enewsletter. We hope to see you there! AND PLEASE BRING A BRUTHA OR TWO.
The ADODI New York gatherings are a pot luck gathering so feel free to contribute food, beverage, desserts, etc... or whatever!
The
Habari Gani e-Newsletter is our way staying in better contact with you
more efficiently and updating you on news relating to the ADODI New
York chapter. Of course, we'll also keep you up to date with other
ADODI National activities such as the ADODI Summer Retreat (see below).
And
please feel free to FORWARD our e-newsletters to other same gender
loving brothers who might be interested in the ADODI experience.
Good or bad let us know your thoughts. This e-newsletter is a work-in-progress and things will be modified along the way in future issues to serve you better. Please send email feedback regarding the "Habari Gani e-Newsletter" ONLY to ADODINY[at]GMAIL.com
All other inquiries regarding the ADODI New York chapter should be sent to ADODINewYork[at]aol.com
Harambee (Let's all pull together)! Ach�!
ADODI New York
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Topic For
Saturday, October 11th, 2008 @ 4:30PM:
FREEDOM FIGHTERS FOR AMERICA:
ADODI SALUTES SAME GENDER LOVING
MALE VETERANS OF COLOR
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This
month, ADODI New York salutes same gender loving veterans and soldiers
of color. Blacks, as well as Native Americans, Latinos, and Asians-have
served as under appreciated heroes in nearly every war and countless
"unofficial" skirmishes and conflicts throughout the history of our
nation in support of freedom. The same can be said of same gender
loving people who have served their country quietly and with
distinction. Myth has it that these people are unfit to serve. Or that
their service will inevitably be cut short by misconduct. Or that they
are never among the best, and can't be counted on.
But the truth tells us otherwise...
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 Lesbian, transgendered, bisexual and gay people of color have always answered the nation's call to military service.
Indeed,
the lives of these soldiers--these freedom fighters-highlight a
troubling story of profound contradictions of a country still in the
throes of racism and homophobia and the need to mobilize and support
their need for civil rights.
Our armed forces have always been
stronger and have always been better prepared when these Freedom
Fighters serve. And when they serve-in spite of the odds--we all win.
Their
stories will move any listener, especially those who owe their lives to
them that serve. Join us in this inspirational and uniquely personal
tribute!
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Major Alan G. Rogers
Discussion Questions- Why did we join the armed forces? What is life like in the service?- What? An SGLPOC soldier on film?- Who was Major Alan G. Rogers? Why is he important?- DADT ("Don't Ask, Don't Tell"). What has changed? What is changing?- What is AVER? BVSJ? Do they do anything for us?- What is Obama's pledge to gay soldiers? For real?
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Presidential Nominee Barack Obama
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A Short Film Exhibition Premiere at ADODI NY
Saturday, October 11th, 2008
@ 4:30PM
ADODI is pleased to affirm and support up and coming filmmaker
ROD PATRICK RISBROOK with a screening of his
Same Gender Loving (SGL) short film called TWO.
A short Q&A and a behind-the scenes look of the film
will follow directly after the short film
and tie into the discussion topic (above).
TWO (2008)Running Time: 12 minutesGenre: DramaWritten, Produced, Edited and Directed by
ROD PATRICK RISBROOK.
Starring STEPHEN CONRAD MOORE as "Pocket Knife". Synopsis:"TWO", a short story film told through a series of still photography, is about an African-American soldier (code named "Pocket Knife") where the odds are heavenly against him. Set in 1970 Vietnam, Pocket Knife's platoon of men under his command are killed in a surprise ambush by enemy Viet Cong forces. Armed with just his training, his wits, his weapon and a mysterious photograph, Pocket Knife is determined to complete the vital mission alone. Or can he? This mission which has great strategic ramifications on the American vs. Viet Cong war depends on him.
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UPCOMING ADODI NEW YORK EVENTS
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Saturday, November 8th, 2008
Regular ADODI Monthly Gathering
A Pre-Thanksgiving Special Event
4:30PM to 7:00PM
Saturday, December 13th, 2008
Regular ADODI Monthly Gathering
A KWANZAA Event
4:30PM to 7:00PM
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ADODI's HERITAGE
(Established in Philadelphia, PA in 1986)
IN OUR 22nd YEAR!
ADODI, the plural of ADO,
is a Yoruba word that describes a man who "loves" another man.
More than just a description of partners in Africa, the ADODI
of the tribe are thought to embody both male and female ways
of being and were revered as shamans, sages and leaders.
Who is ADODI?ADODI is a community of men of color who affirm theirAfrican lineage and love of men. Our purpose is to foster andencourage the self-discovery, validation, empowerment andliberation of all members of our diverse community.Where do we meet?Every 2nd Saturday of every month @Audre Lorde Project85 South Oxford Street[between Fulton Street & Lafayette Avenue,
next to the church]Fort Greene in Brooklyn, NY4:30PM - 7:00PM
A potluck dish is welcomed but not required - An open heart is!DIRECTIONS:"C" train to Lafayette Avenue; "G" train to Fulton Street; D, N, Q, R, 2, 3, 4, 5 trains to Atlantic Avenue/Pacific StreetBuses: B25, B26, B38 or B52 to closest stop to S.Oxford Street TRAVEL MAP
REMEMBER, EACH ONE REACH ONE!
SHARE THE EXPERIENCE:
INVITE AND BRING ANOTHER BRUTHA TO OUR GATHERINGS! |
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