2021
VERA MJEKU
RALLY FOR HER JUSTICE
Vera Mjeku, chief of staff for City Councilman Mark Gjonaj,
has more than 20 years involved in communications, government
and community relations, human rights and women issues.
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tice” to raise awareness of the unpunished war crimes and
crimes of sexual violence that took place during the war in
Kosovo.
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in the Bronx in 2018 by CNG Media and honored with New York
City Council and New York State Assembly Citations of Merit.
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DAN J. MONTAS TRAN
DIRECTOR
MOTT HAVEN COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
Currently serving as Director of the Mott Haven Community
Partnership.
Dan played an essential role in connecting the partnership
to new community organizations, developing a social media
presence, and connecting families in Mott Haven to needed
resources during the pandemic.
Some highlights of his leadership include supporting food pantries,
coordinating the donation of over 2000 coats, and supporting
the launch of Mott Haven Fridge, a free walk-in pantry.
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ing with the community or attending events, Dan enjoys outdoor
activities and traveling.
SHANEQUA MOORE
CEO
IRAISE GIRLS & BOYS INTERNATIONAL CORP
Shanequa E. Moore is a thought-provoking leader, visionary
and advocate in New York City. She is the founder and CEO
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the lives of more than 10,000 youths.
Shanequa has championed causes in education, mental
health, anti-racism and civic engagement.
Even at the early age of 14, when she became a Caseworker
Aide at the Family Support System, Shanequa saw her
life’s calling illuminating a career pathway ahead of her. Ever
since this moment, she has been dedicated to creating opportunities
in her community.
CARLOS P. NAUDON
PRESIDENT AND CEO
PONCE BANK
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Bank, a savings bank headquartered in The Bronx. Carlos is
also President of the Ponce De Leon Foundation, a private
foundation established by Ponce Bank.
Ponce Bank is one of the largest U.S. Latino banks east of the
Mississippi. The Bank’s community focus and markets it serves
enable its designations as a Minority Depository Institution,
and a Community Development Financial Institution.
Carlos also served as an adjunct faculty member at the
Graduate School of Business at Columbia University.