The Black Joy Parade recently honored three community leaders with the "Icons Among Us" award, which recognizes their contributions to uplift the community. This year's honorees included Joyce Gordon, Tyrone Stevenson Jr., and Gigi R. Crowder. The event, supported by Comcast, featured an art show and emphasized honoring living heroes rather than posthumously. The award allows recipients to donate $5,000 to a nonprofit of their choice, promoting community growth. Additionally, Oakland's YouthBeat received funding for students to create videos about the awardees, enhancing their employment and media skills.
At the annual Black Joy Parade, three community members were honored with "Icons Among Us" awards, celebrating their contributions and impact on the community.
We often wait until our heroes have passed away to honor and celebrate them... Let's stop waiting and give them their flowers now," said Elisha Greenwell.
The "Icons Among Us" award honors local activists and leaders who uplift the community, with each recipient receiving $5,000 for a charity of their choice.
Through our social enterprise, we help organizations use video to amplify and tell stories... each project creates economic opportunity in Oakland," stated Jalil Butron.
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