By honoring those who “Break Barriers” in their annual celebration
(Louisville, KY) The Metro Disability Coalition invites you to attend their 20th Annual Breaking Barriers Spotlight Awards on Monday, March 18th from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at the Our Lady of Sorrows, 770 Eastern Parkway in the bingo hall facility. There will be a reception prior to the ceremony at 5:00 pm for special guests, honorees and those participating in the program.
The awards ceremony will honor community unsung heroes and community leaders in their various fields from service workers, educators to youth who go above and beyond the call of duty to assist those in need. Several Jefferson County Public Schools, (JCPS) students and faculty will be honored.
Here’s a list of our recipients:
Elementary Student: D’Angelina McMillan – Engelhard Elementary
Elementary Educator: Mary “Katie” Telek – Heuser Hearing & Language Academy
Middle School Student: Amosi Bilombele – Newcomer Academy
Middle School Educator: Krista Riley – Western Middle School for the Arts
High School Student: Ella Robinson – duPont Manual High School
High School Educator: Lauren Niemann – Fern Creek High School
Merit Award – Donna Fox
Our Lifetime Achievement Award recipient will be Ms. Grace Smith.
The Metro Disability Coalition is an organization of individuals and agencies in Louisville, KY who advocate for those with disabilities to have a better quality of life. The 501c (3) organization was established in 2001.
Our guest speaker this year is Ms. Pamala Bryant. In 2007, while attending New York University, Pamala was diagnosed with SLE-Systemic Lupus Erythematosis. The illness caused her body to attack her lungs, joints and heart. In spite of multiple procedures and surgeries, she was able to graduate. Currently, she works in higher education. She loves to help students successfully by admitted into college. When she’s not working or acting in local plays she’s volunteering with various organizations in the community. Bryant says she’s excited for the opportunity to encourage others living with a disability.”
In 2018, former University of Louisville football standout and entrepreneur Herb Henry was the keynote speaker and in 2017, Marques Maybin, ESPN Louisville radio show host and former University of Louisville basketball star inspired the guests.
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Marcellus Mayes by calling 502-774-8993 or Ronel McCombs at 502-836-1245
If you would like to setup an interview with a member of the Metro Disability Coalition for the 20th Annual Breaking Barriers Spotlight Awards held on Monday, March 18th at the Our Lady of Sorrows-Bingo Hall please contact VIPP Communications at 502-582-7716 or by email at info@vippcommunications.com.
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