We’re thrilled to announce that Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka will be honored at The Father Center of New Jersey’s 20th Anniversary Platinum Dads Gala on June 6 at the Bradford Estate in Hainesport, NJ.
Mayor Baraka is recognized as one of the country’s most progressive elected officials and a respected thought leader in urban revitalization. He serves as President of the New Jersey Urban Mayors Association, a Board Member of the New Jersey League of Municipalities, and Co-Chair of the National League of Cities’ Reimagining Public Safety Task Force, among other roles.
A former principal, poet and lifelong Newark resident, Mayor Baraka has dedicated his career to uplifting families and advocating for equity. Join us in celebrating his leadership and lasting impact at this milestone event.