I am proud of our NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tish for the decision to re-install the Muslim Advisory Council. This is a significant and commendable step toward fostering stronger relationships with the diverse communities that make New York City unique. By reinstating the council, the NYPD demonstrates its commitment to engaging with the Muslim community, ensuring that their perspectives are heard, and addressing the specific needs and concerns of those who work, live, or visit our neighborhoods and businesses.

Statement on the Re-Installation of the NYPD Muslim Advisory Council

Celebrating Community Engagement and Collaboration

Such initiatives play a crucial role in building mutual trust, promoting cultural understanding, and enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers. The Muslim Advisory Council will serve as a vital bridge between law enforcement and the community, facilitating open dialogue, transparency, and collaborative problem-solving. Together, we can create a safer, more inclusive, and welcoming environment for everyone.

The NYPD Muslim Advisory Council was initiated by Moustafa Elshiekh and Detective Ahmed Nasser under the Bloomberg administration and installed by then NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly, recognizing the need for Muslim engagement after 9/11.Cordinated and facilitated by Mr. Maged Amin.

Mayor Adams hosted an Egyptian community roundtable with leaders of the Egyptian community. It was an opportunity to meet with them to discuss ways we can continue serving our city together.

Remarkable Partnership with NYC Small Business Services (SBS) And Diversity USA

OUSTANDING OUTREACH EFFORTS TO OUR COMMUNITY!

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Steinway Street Businesses receiving information and needed Q& A

Meeting with store owners on Steinway Street

Networking Events

Multicultural Business Roundtable with Bloomberg

Future of Tech in Global Economy Panel

Jobs creat jobs

Mayor Eric Adams Makes Small Business Announcement

Share your kitchen Share the Success

House of Dosa Success Story

Young family on Long Island

Advocate for small business and quality of life with Governor Kathy Hochul

Advocacy for small business and people with disabilities!

BIZ-Ability

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Arab American Business Round Table with NYC Mayor Eric Adams in City Hall.

About Diversity USA Inc.

Diversity USA for Economic Diversity and Equity is a nonprofit organization (501c3) "Our mission is to support and empower multicultural entrepreneurs to run and maintain successful small businesses by providing them with the resources and tools necessary to thrive. We strive to foster a strong and sustainable business community through offering education, training, networking opportunities, and access to funding which supports growth, creates jobs, and contributes to the economic development of our community."

UP COMING EVENTS NYC SMALL BUSINESS MONTH

Advocating for small business with New York Governor Kathy Hochul

First class EVER in Arabic for Food Protection Certification in New York

GREAT START: An impressive 98% success rate for the Very first class in Arabic for Food Protection Certification.

What an incredible opportunity! Offering this class in Arabic is a fantastic way to make this essential training and certification more accessible.

A weekend schedule, making it very convenient for busy individuals to earn this certificate and pursue a successful career in the food industry. with outstanding teachers to guide students every step of the way is invaluable. This a great opportunity to start your own culinary business or a new job in the food industry.

interested individuals call

Mohamed Prince: 718-433-9496

718-679-7959 Melshiekh2020@gmail.com

Rhanda Binda

GLOBUS ENERGY GROUP

AI x AAPI:

AAPI X AI SPEAKERS: INNOVATING ART & CULTURAL HERITAGE

MEMOR MUSEUM

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Congratulations to all honorees everyday all year round

2024 Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Award Ceremony

on November 14th, held at the United Nations. This event will gather 250 attendees, including over 25 executives from leading non-profit organizations and 20 exceptional DSPs, whom we will be honoring for their unwavering dedication to serving individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities across New York.

This event highlights the critical work that DSPs provide to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Community Care Rx. leadership and advocacy for disability services and community support, you represent a beacon of hope for many New Yorkers and would provide an inspirational message to both DSPs and the non-profit leaders working tirelessly to uphold these vital services.

2024 (DSP) Award Ceremony Gala held at the United Nations Head quarters November 14th 12-3PM

Founders of the fastest growing, women-owned businesses give their best advice

The Women Presidents Organization, a non-profit membership organization for women business leaders, recently celebrated the growth and gains for women entrepreneurs, at their annual “50 Fastest” award ceremony.

The rise of women-owned businesses following the Covid-19 pandemic has brought about a new state of play for women entrepreneurs. Women-owned businesses have increased nearly 14 percent from 2019 to 2023 — making up 39.1 percent of all U.S. businesses, according to the 2024 Wells Fargo Impact of Women-Owned Businesses Report.

🚨 Deadline to apply to the Dining Out NYC program is Aug. 3

SBS & New York City Department of Transportation KICK OFF “Dining Out in District 6” pilot on Northern Blvd to help local hashtagsmallbiz & hashtagGetStuffDone! 🍽️

Thanks to U.S. Small Business Administration funding secured by Representative Grace Meng, we’re distributing 60 free outdoor dining setups to restaurant owners in NY District 6. 🎉

🚨 Deadline to apply to the Dining Out NYC program is Aug. 3: diningoutnyc.info/

As Commissioner Kevin D. Kim‘s time at SBS comes to an end, we celebrate the success of our agency under his leadership 👏🥳🎉

🚌 Engaged 25K NYers at 700 events across NYC through a newly formed outreach team

💰Helped hashtagsmallbiz save $45M by cutting fines & fees, educating businesses, & implementing a one-time liquor license fee suspension

🏪Invested $27M in neighborhood revitalization

💼Connected 45K NYers to jobs through Workforce1
💸Facilitated $265M+ in funding to hashtagsmallbiz

🤝Supported a record number of M/WBEs to get certified & win $3B+ in city contracts

🌟 Sharing My Immigrant Journey:

High Hopes, Big Dreams, and Culture Shock 🌟

THANK YOU! QUEENS COLLEGE & RHONDA BINDA

Today, I had the incredible opportunity to speak with a group of students about my immigrant experience. As someone who arrived in this country with high hopes and big dreams, I wanted to share some reflections on the challenges and triumphs I’ve encountered along the way.

Celebrating Direct Support Professionals: DSP Recognition Week 2023

NYC Mayor Eric Adams: Tonight, for the first time in history, we hosted an event celebrating Arab American heritage at Gracie Mansion.

As mayor, I am committed to building bridges between New York City, the Middle East, North Africa, and the entire Arab world.

To our Arab American communities: you mean so much to our city.

First Arab American Heritage Celebration Honorees

Assembly member Jenifer Rajkumar with our Mayor- Building Bridges Between the Middle East and New York City and North Africa.

NYC Mayor team

NYC Mayor Eric Adams with Moustafa Elshiekh Mr. Mohamed Bahe, Director of Middle Eastern affairs - Commissioner. Sherif Soliman, - Rhanda Binda, Executive Director of Gracie Mansion (The people's house)

Moroccan showcase

Adam Echmawy; Restaurant owner with a Moroccan tea and sweet station

Fidelis Care

Rodolfo (Rudy) Cano, Supervisor Community Relations-Yara Hozian -Kyel Adda and Ayesha Arif

NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Small Business Services (SBS) Commissioner Kevin D. Kim today kicked off “Small Business Month” by announcing that the NYC Business Express Service Team (BEST) initiative has helped save New York City small businesses more than $22 million by avoiding fines and violations. Since the free program’s launch, NYC BEST has assisted more than 2,200 diverse businesses across the five boroughs by providing small businesses with one-on-one expert support to help business owners not only resolve or avoid fines and violations, but also save time and money navigating city government rules and regulations, as well as expedite permit and licensing processes. Among the businesses served is Leidylicious Cakes, a new bakery in Queens, where the mayor also announced the launch of “Small Business Month” to promote New York City’s diverse small businesses throughout the month of May, expanding on “National Small Business Week” recognized each year.