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      <image:caption>UPAL received recognition along with other MATCH Partners, as an Environmental Justice Leader!</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>In celebration of Community Resiliency Day, proclaimed by Mayor Parham as of April 30 each year, Queen Zakia Shabazz and her organization, United Parents Against Lead (UPAL) hosted a lunch and ceremony on Tuesday to award MATCH grants ranging from $10,000 to $20,000 to 4 Virginia organizations for their work in community resiliency and environmental justice and health. Councilman Howard Myers extended a warm welcome and congratulations to all in attendance on behalf of the City Council. The ceremony took place at the Petersburg Hub, Virginia’s first solar-powered Resiliency Hub located at 464 Byrne Street, Petersburg. This historic building, the former USO Club, underwent an impressive and extensive renovation. Funding for these grants is provided by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and MATCH are led by the Center for Community Environmental Justice and Health (CEEJH). Operations Manager and Petersburg local Pamela R. Bingham spoke about the program before presenting the awards. Congratulations to Division Street Landscaping, Chester; Little Bluestem Collective, Afton; Pughsville Civic League, Suffolk and Southside ReLeaf, Richmond - who are all addressing the negative effects of climate change.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Renowned Artist Jerome Jones encourages Emerging Artists and participates in presenting the awards.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Exhibit Curator Melchisedek Shabazz and UPAL's Founder Queen Zakia Shabazz prepare to present awards.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Exhibit Curator Melchisedek Shabazz and UPAL's Founder Queen Zakia Shabazz prepare to present awards.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>1st Place Winner Albert Winfield</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>It has Begun! - Solar Modules Being Installed. Day 1 Graduates of UPAL's 1st Solar Installation Training Class - Putting learning into Practice</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The 2022 Member Catalyzing Grants Review Team: Gloria Ricks, Nakisa Glover. Alex Easdale (on screen), JC Woodley (on screen), Rev. Michael Malcom (on screen), Queen Shabazz, Sarah Diefendorg, Pete Kolbenschlag</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Taesean Blanding’s Messed Up “There’s always a message in the mess.” Join us at the Petersburg Community Resiliency Hub for a powerful stage production written and directed by Taesean Blanding. Messed Up confronts generational trauma, abuse, family dysfunction, and healing through an unforgettable theatrical experience featuring an incredible cast.  Location: 464 Byrne St., Petersburg, VA 23803  March 6–8, 2026  March 6 &amp; 7 at 7:00 PM (Dinner begins at 5:00 PM)  March 8 at 3:00 PM  Dinner &amp; Theatre: $40  Standard Theatre: $20 Tickets available online and at the door. Don’t miss this impactful production that reminds us there is always purpose, growth, and healing beyond the pain.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Join us for Black Love, an immersive and interactive art exhibition presented by the Black Excellence Exhibition 2026. This powerful evening celebrates love, creativity, and culture through visual art and live performances, featuring the Petersburg Symphony. Experience must-see artists, dynamic performances, and an atmosphere designed to inspire connection and emotion. Art collectors and attendees alike are calling this one of the year’s most anticipated cultural events. Date: Saturday, February 7 Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: 464 Byrne Street, Petersburg, VA 23803 Admission: $15 Join us for an unforgettable night where art, music, and Black love take center stage.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Join UPAL and the Tribe of Shabazz for a powerful Umoja Kwanzaa Celebration honoring unity, culture, and community strength. This year’s event features renowned actor Tico Wells, best known for his role in The Five Heartbeats. Guests will enjoy a drumming procession, Cooperative Economics activities, the Umoja Marketplace, a Black Business Directory, the Calabash Village Youth Play, and the Watoto Corner. Date: December 26, 2025 Time: 4 PM – 9 PM Location: 464 Byrne Street, Petersburg, VA 23803 Suggested Donation: $5 Free Entry: Ages 12 &amp; under CashApp: $saveshabazz For more information: 804-370-1143 or pcr.hub22@gmail.com “When the roots are strong, there is no need to fear the wind.”</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>was from October 19 to October 25, 2025, and focused on raising awareness about lead poisoning and prevention strategies. During NLPPW 2025, United Parents Against Lead (UPAL) launched the "Don't be Blue" Savings campaign for lead-poisoned children! The Blue banks sell for $8.00 with an instant rebate of $3.00. Help a child save today towards a healthy tomorrow.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Sunday, October 12, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM UPAL’s Community Resiliency Hub 464 Byrne St, Petersburg, VA 23803 Join UPAL as we commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month with an afternoon of support, education, and empowerment. This special event will honor survivors, encourage early detection, and promote prevention.  Event Highlights: Inspiring Panel of Survivors Valuable Medical Information Exciting Door Prizes Did you know? 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.Early detection saves lives.  RSVP: 804-370-1143 or unitedparentsagainstlead@gmail.com</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Join United Parents Against Lead for a powerful and visually documented multimedia presentation by Ashra Kwesi, an internationally recognized speaker with over four decades of research and experience leading historical tours in Egypt (Kemet). Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM Location: Community Resiliency Hub, 464 Byrne St., Petersburg, VA 23803 Admission: $15 | Students &amp; Elders: $10 Discover eye-opening historical facts and uncover the profound legacy of Afrikan history through an engaging, educational experience. For more information, call 804-370-1143.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Join us on February 1st from 6–10 PM at 464 Byrne St., Petersburg, VA, 23803, for an immersive art experience curated by Melchisedek Shabazz. This one-of-a-kind event features live performances, a screen printing demo, and a chance to win $1000 in cash prizes! Entry is just $15, and you'll dive into a world where creativity meets futuristic Black culture. Don’t miss this celebration of innovation and excellence in art.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A Documentary of the Black Midwives of the South Presented by Mother of Civilization &amp; United Black Birth Collectivetarting Date: SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 2025 Time: 3:00 - 7:00 PM Location: Petersburg Community Resiliency Hub, 464 Byrne St, Petersburg, VA 23804 Join us for a powerful documentary screening and panel discussion on Bringing in Da Spirit, directed by Rhonda Haynes. This film explores the legacy of Black midwives in the South and highlights their essential role in our communities. Tickets: $20.00 per ticket on Eventbrite $25.00 per ticket at the door Food Available for Purchase. Vending opportunities are available. Please contact (804) 253-7082 for more details. Come join the discussion as we examine the community midwife’s significant contributions. For more information, visit Eventbrite website or scan the QR code on the flyer.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>February 3, 2024 The Black Excellence Exhibition was held on February 3, 2024. The theme was 50 Years of Hip-Hop. Call (804) 370-1143 or email unitedparentsagainstlead@gmail.com | afrospectrumart@gmail.com for more info. HELP US TO SUPPORT LOCAL EMERGING ARTISTS!</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>April 25, 2023, from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT Resilient power – solar paired with battery storage (solar+storage) – can provide essential economic benefits and backup power to Resilience Hubs, community-serving facilities augmented to support residents and coordinate resource distribution and services, before, during, and after an emergency. In addition to emergency support, Resilience Hubs can enable community capacity building and provide ongoing resources. Community-based organizations leading resilience hub development locally are taking an innovative approach to ensuring their members are included in the process through educational and awareness-building programs, as well as workforce development. This Clean Energy Group (CEG) webinar highlights the efforts of The Faunteroy Community Enrichment Center and United Parents Against Lead (UPAL), two organizations implementing unique community programs that complement and amplify their efforts to build a resilience hub, including the installation of solar+storage. Faunteroys Resilience Incubator @ FH Faunteroy, located in Washington, DC, has been conducting community information sessions on sustainability and resilient power, and UPAL’s Petersburg Heights Community Resilience Hub, located in Petersburg, Virginia, is providing resilient power-focused workforce development programs. Both organizations also receive CEG’s Technical Assistance Fund and Resilient Power Leadership Initiative (RPLI) small-grant programs. Panelists: – Dr. Estelle-Marie Montgomery, Executive Director, The Faunteroy Community Enrichment Center – Queen Zakia Shabazz, Founder, United Parents Against Lead (UPAL) – Marriele Mango, Project Director, Clean Energy Group (moderator)</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>March 8, 2023 Lead service line replacement has garnered a lot of national attention lately, as we think it should! This month’s member update includes a round of up of members’ press releases related to the White House’s “Get the Lead Out” Partnership, as well as upcoming webinar opportunities. On March 8, the Collaborative is hosting a webinar featuring its new step-by-step equity guide. “Enhancing Equity in Lead Service Line Replacement Programs” willlift up examples from across the country of how communities are working to promote equity in their replacement programs – touching on issues including funding, community engagement, and contracting.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>March 8 - 11, 2023 This year’s event takes place during two virtual days; one in-person conference day at the Silver Spring Civic Center in downtown Silver Spring, MD; and one day of free outdoor nature experiences at locations TBA. Nature Forward’s Taking Nature Black Conference will offer presentations and discussions focused on the needs and interests of Black nature professionals, environmental justice advocates, educators, and outdoor enthusiasts. Attendees will be inspired, energized, and connected to a growing community of people working to achieve real environmental change.</image:caption>
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