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A Message from
“You can only get out of a community that which you put into it”
Dear Friends,
While I am proud of what we have achieved together fighting on behalf of the Albanian-American community during my years as a NYS Assemblyman and NYC Councilman, and now as chairman of the Coordination Council of the Albanian Diaspora, I am commit- ted to continuing our work for the greater good of the community. The following initiatives and projects remain our priority, as we continue our work to make them a reality for our community and future generations.
a space for community events and educational programs that will foster the preservation of our culture and language. Offering a safe place for children to play, learn, and develop a strong cultural awareness as well as programs that will meet the social, emotional and wellness needs of our growing elderly population.
◆ Albanian Community and Resource Center – Over $2 million has been secured to centralize, unite and strengthen Albanian Amer-
ican organizations. This location will provide a work and meeting space for organizations to continue their efforts and outreach.
◆ Illyrian Business Organization – A federation of Albanian Amer- ican businesses that will focus on collaboration between compa-
nies, negotiating better pricing and more attractive terms for products and services and to promote the advancement of busi- nesses and industries.
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◆ Illyria Community and Wellness Center at Jacobi Hospital - Over $8 million has been secured to establish a center that provides