MEDIA PRESS PASS CREDENTIALS

OFFICAL PHOTOGRAPHER /VIDEOGRAPHER

THE CHINESE CONSOLIDATED BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF WASHINGTON DC · ContractTHE CHINESE CONSOLIDATED BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF WASHINGTON DC · Contract

Feb 2018 - Present ·

Washington DC-MARYLAND · On-site Location Washington DC -MARYLAND ·

The Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (CCBA) organizes and hosts the Chinese Lunar New Year Parade in partnership with The Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs (MOAPIA)

https://mayor.dc.gov

Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association of Washington, DC was founded in the 1940s and formally registered in 1952. It is comprised of 30 prestigious groups that we call the Overseas Delegation. Members of each delegation send two representatives to participate in activities and vote in monthly meetings. In the 1990s, CCBA became a financially sound, 501c3 non-profit organization with the help of the Elders.

The Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (CCBA) organizes and hosts the Chinese Lunar New Year Parade in partnership with The Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs (MOAPIA)

Parade website: www.dcparade.com

website: https://www.ccba-dc.com

CCBA will continue to march on providing assistance to those who in need and stand up for the rights of Chinese immigrants and Chinese Americans in Washington DC.

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Capital Pride Festival logo

OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER / CINEMATOGRAPHER OF CAPITAL PRIDE ALLIANCE CPA

CJun 2015 - Present ·

Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Hybrid

Our Mission

The Capital Pride Alliance, through its stewardship of diverse programming and events, specifically year-round LGBTQ+ Pride festivities centered in Washington, DC and the National Capital Region, serves to celebrate, educate, support, and inspire our multi-faceted communities in order to grow and preserve our history and protect our rights for current and future generations.

What We Do

The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA), located in Washington, DC, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the needs of the LGBTQ+ community all year long, through educational programs, major events, fundraising, outreach and advocacy, providing platforms for visibility, and supporting the work of our many community organizations and local businesses.

Our Mission The Capital Pride Alliance, through its stewardship of diverse programming and events, specifically year-round LGBTQ+ Pride festivities centered in Washington, DC and the National Capital Region, serves to celebrate, educate, support, and inspire our multi-faceted communities in order to grow and preserve our history and protect our rights for current and future generations. What We Do The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA), located in Washington, DC, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the needs of the LGBTQ+ community all year long, through educational programs, major events, fundraising, outreach and advocacy, providing platforms for visibility, and supporting the work of our many community organizations and local businesses.

Skills: Videography · Video Editing · Social Media · Photography · Photo Shoots

DCLGBT The Mayor's Office on Affairs (DCLGBT)

https://mayor.dc.gov

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OFFICIAL DC BASED PHOTOGRAPHER /VIDEOGRAPHER

Sept 2016 - PRESENT

FIESTADC.ORG ·

Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site

Fiesta DC boasts a rich history as a prominent celebration of Latino culture in the Washington D.C. metro area. Its roots trace back to the 1970s, initially held in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood, Fiesta DC eventually moved to the heart of the city on Constitution and Pennsylvania Avenues. Over the years, it blossomed into a major festival, attracting a wider audience.

Fiesta DC is produced by Fiesta DC Inc., a non-profit corporation recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501 (c) (3) organization in Washington, DC.

We are committed to promoting cultural understanding and unity through our festival. Driven by a mission to preserve and promote Latino heritage, Fiesta DC has become a cornerstone event for the diverse Latino community to showcase traditions, values, and the positive contributions Latinos bring to the region.

The annual festival takes place on the third Sunday of September. Its central feature is the colorful Parade of the Nations, a visual representation of the rich tapestry of cultures within Latin America. Fiesta DC stands as a cherished cultural event, fostering understanding and unity between communities. It serves as a testament to the strength and vibrancy of Latino heritage in the Washington D.C. area.

DCMOCA The Mayor's Office on Affairs (DCMOCA)

https://mayor.dc.gov

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National Geographic Explorer Photographer JOE SIRAKAS

Published Professional Photographer / Photojournalist

May 2014 -PRESENT

https://membercenter.nationalgeographic.com/810396690101

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