Unity In Diversity is the theme of a major dinner-dance celebration and fundraiser, scheduled for Sat., Nov. 5, from 6-11 PM at the Boys and Girls Club, 3230 East Del Mar Blvd., Pasadena.

Organized by Transformative Collaborations International (TCI) and sponsored by several local organizations, the Unity In Diversity Celebration will be a celebration of the rich cultural diversity that exists in the Pasadena/Altadena area.

Proceeds will benefit parent and youth educational programs for the Pasadena/Altadena Coalition of Transformative Leaders, a dynamic local organization founded in 2006 whose goal is to develop innovative and inclusive ways for civic engagement of parents and youth.

Three outstanding community heroes selected by the organization will be honored (Five Acres Executive Director, Robert Ketch; PUSD Board President Renatta Cooper; Angelica Salas, Executive Director of the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles) for their work that has embodied values that build bridges between communities and develop cross-cultural understanding. 

According to Yoland Trevino, Principal, Transformative Collaborations International, “We live in a very diverse community and in these challenging times, it is important to come together in a spirit of celebration. This event provides a much needed opportunity to celebrate the community’s cultural strengths and to learn from and enjoy one another in a spirit of unity.” Tickets for the event, which includes dinner and will feature live dance music as well as ethnic dances, are $30 per person and may be purchased by contacting Yoland Trevino at 626-797-3379 or Gene Stevenson, Unity in Diversity Event Chair at 626-797-5798.