Annual Gala: Indo-Caribbean Alliance to Honor NYS Senator Roxanne Persaud and Community Leaders on October 28

Jamaica, New York, October 8, 2016:

Come October 28, and Indo-Caribbean Alliance (ICA) will felicitate New York senator Roxxane Persaud and other leaders on their 4th annual gala.

The event will be held at NYC Arena located at 91-12 144th Place, Jamaica, NY 11435 at 8pm.

For the event, one attractive theme would be a Grand Masquerade Ball reminiscent of "A Night In Venice."

The emcee will be Shamina Rai, former producer and host of the Emmy Award Winning PIX 11 News and will feature an evening of food, cocktails and live entertainment by Amit Inderdeo.

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About Indo-Caribbean Alliance (ICA): It is a nonprofit organisation that provides vital programs, services, and advocacy in New York City. The gala will highlight ICA's work over the past year, and honor individuals who have made significant contributions to Indo-Caribbean society in America. The event raises funds to enhance and expand ICA's efforts to empower the community and strengthen the fight for social justice.

Senator Roxanne J. Persaud was elected to the 19th Senatorial District in November 2015 after serving in the State Assembly. Roxanne spent many years as a Higher Education Administrator prior to being elected to the State Legislature.

In addition, she was a member of Community Action Board of the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development and Chairperson of the Neighborhood Advisory Board – District 18. Her dedication towards community involvement and her interest in helping others stretches well beyond Brooklyn.

Roxanne was born in Guyana, South America and migrated to the United States with her parents and siblings. She is a graduate of Pace University from which she holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Education Administration.

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"I thank the Indo-Caribbean Alliance (ICA) for selecting me as an Honoree. ICA's commitment to advocating for the community in general and the Indo-Caribbean population specifically must be commended. Their work speaks of true commitment to education and involvement while bridging the gap between generations" said Senator Roxanne J. Persaud. "I look forward to their success as the organisation continues its growth."

ICA's Chairperson Faudia Baijnauth said: "We are excited for this year's Venetian masquerade-themed gala honoring Senator Persaud and other leaders. It's one of the highly anticipated events in the community with the most influential individuals. It's also an opportunity for us to show how we have improved and expanded our programs".

"We are thrilled to support the important work ICA does every day in the neighbourhood and look forward to continuing to partner with them" said Hero Sponsor and Host Committee Member Patrick Kearns of Leo F. Kearns Funeral Homes.

"For decades Indo-Caribbean business owners, entrepreneurs and immigrant community have contributed so much to making Jamaica the #1 neighbourhood in NYC. We are so grateful for ICA and their contributions especially in educating and empowering the youth in Jamaica and look forward to another record-breaking gala at the NYC Arena." said Rhonda Binda, Executive Director of the Jamaica Business Improvement District and Host Committee Member.

"ICA helps to ensure that the community we call home continues to thrive. I am proud to contribute in a very small way to support these collective triumphs" said Adrian Drepaul, Hero Sponsor. "Indo-Caribbeans and South Asians are a growing force in Queens and I am inspired by the great work our people are doing."

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Sponsors include (list in formation): Leo F. Kearns Funeral Homes, Adrian Drepaul, The Law Office of Nicholas Loaknauth, The QueensWay, All Purpose Electrical, Coupons.com, Demerara Distillers.

Tickets and more information available online at www.indocaribbean.org/gala-2016. For more information, email gala@indocaribbean.org or call 347-566-1422.