The 65th annual American Federation of Ramallah convention was scheduled to take place in Ramallah, Palestine, but it was displaced by conflict. Instead, the convention will be moved to Jacksonville. We talk to the event’s organizers and keynote speakers about life in the American Palestinian community at a time of war.
Guests:
- John Rukab past president of the American Federation of Ramallah Palestine.
- Miko Peled, author and an Israeli American human rights activist.
- Issa Kassis, mayor of the West Bank city of Ramallah.
Then, voices lifted in song to help raise awareness for local nonprofits. We are joined by members of the River City Chorus to discuss their free concert series and why this year’s event is dedicated to the Downtown Ecumenical Services Council.
Guests:
- Dale Choate, director of the River City Chorus.
- David Clark, executive director of the Downtown Ecumenical Council Services.
And, a new JaxParks partnership brings free yoga to Friendship Fountain.
Guests:
- Dawn Clapp, studio manager for Hot Spot Power Yoga.
- Bernard Sugar, yoga instructor.
- Garrett Callis, program manager for Jax Parks.
