LOS
ANGELES, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
Multi-award-winning Civil Rights Attorney and Child
Advocate, Areva Martin,
in collaboration with the Special Needs Network (SNN),
has revealed the distinguished honorees for the 16th Annual A
Pink Pump Affair. This noteworthy charity event is scheduled
for Sunday, May 19th, 2024, at
11:30 AM, at the esteemed
Beverly Wilshire Hotel, A Four Seasons. The event celebrates
exceptional individuals who have contributed significantly to their
respective fields and communities.
Renowned national broadcast news anchor Pat Harvey from CBS 2 & KCAL 9 News is
all set to host an inspiring afternoon that will bring out
generosity in everyone. The event will include a silent auction,
which will be hosted by award-winning comedian and actress
Kym Whitley. In addition,
Summer Colony Living will
present a live fashion show. SNN has added celebrity presenters to
the program, and their names will be announced soon.
We are delighted to acknowledge these outstanding leaders and
advocates who have significantly impacted their respective fields
and communities," said Areva
Martin, Founder and President of Special Needs Network.
"Their unwavering commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and
empowerment is genuinely inspiring. We are eagerly anticipating the
opportunity to celebrate their achievements at the 16th Annual A
Pink Pump Affair.
Tamera Mowry-Housley, a
multi-talented Emmy Award-winning host, author, actress, producer,
and entrepreneur, has been named the recipient of this year's
Trailblazer Award for her outstanding contributions to
promoting women's health and wellness. In addition to her
successful acting career, Tamera has utilized her platform to
advocate for inclusivity and empowerment within her community. This
prestigious award is given to those who set an example by taking
action and inspiring change, particularly in areas that foster
inclusivity, equality, and empowerment for underrepresented
groups.
"I feel incredibly blessed and honored to have been considered
for the 'Trailblazer Award.' It's hard for me to believe I've been
pursuing my passion for more than 30 years now! While there have
been some challenging times throughout my career, I'm grateful that
most of my experiences have been positive. All these experiences
have helped shape who I am today, and I couldn't have done it
without the amazing support and love I've received. I'm forever
grateful for this journey," said Tamera Mowry-Housley.
Alva Adams-Mason, Director
of Multicultural Business Alliances at Toyota, will receive the
Game Change Award for her outstanding work promoting
diversity in the automotive industry.
Diversity isn't just about representation; it's about creating
opportunities for everyone," said Alva Adams-Mason. "Embracing different
perspectives and voices can drive innovation forward.
Cristy Romero will be
presented with the Self-Advocate Award for her courageous
leadership in advocacy for disability rights. This award emphasizes
the significance of self-advocacy to attain greater independence,
equality, and recognition, inspiring others to speak up and assert
their rights and needs.
"Inclusion is not just a goal; it is a necessity,"
said Cristy Romero. "We
all deserve access to the resources that help us thrive
independently."
Entrepreneur and autism self-advocate Michael Jett will be honored with The
Areva Martin Everyday Advocate Award for his 15 years of
retail innovation expertise within the Consumer Packaged Goods
category. His work extends to collaborating with corporate
executives and suppliers to implement advertising inventory and
commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
initiatives.
"As the Founder of Yack Shack Group, we're dedicated to
amplifying diverse voices and products in the retail landscape,"
said Michael Jett. "I proudly
identify with the special needs community without shame or
reservation."
Past honorees include Vice President Kamala Harris and award-winning actresses
Niecy Nash, Angela Bassett, Jenifer
Lewis, Loretta Devine,
Holly Robinson Peete, and many
more.
A Pink Pump Affair is presented by Toyota and sponsored
by US Bank, The Lakers Foundation, Walmart, LA County
Supervisor Holly Mitchell, and
Bella Vida Magazine as the official magazine sponsor.
All A Pink Pump Affair proceeds will support the recently
established Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities
(C.A.D.D.). The center is situated on the site of the new
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community
Hospital, a significant establishment. SNN is delighted to have a
central location where it can bring all of its programs and
services under one roof, thereby enhancing the focus of its work in
the South Los Angeles
community.
For more information about the event,
visit https://snnla.org/a-pink-pump-affair/.
Media Contact:
Christopher
Sibley
The Sibley Firm
PR@TheSibleyFirm.biz
323.559.6781
ABOUT SPECIAL NEEDS NETWORK (SNN)
Special Needs
Network (SNN) was founded by media personality and civil rights
attorney Areva Martin, Esq. in 2005
after she was met with obstacles in accessing necessary services
for her son, Marty, who was diagnosed with autism at two years old.
SNN is one of the nation's leading social justice, autism, and
disability rights organizations. Based in Los Angeles, the organization provides
innovative direct service and online programming to supply aid and
resources to hundreds of thousands of families annually. Its
mission is to combat the discrimination disenfranchised communities
of color face in getting proper care and resources for minority
children with developmental disabilities. For more information
about SSN, visit SNNLA.org.
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