We’re excited to share this short trailer for our interview with Oakland Elder Mr. Félix Norris, titled “THERE IS NO RIGHT OR WRONG WAY TO LEARN!” This special feature was selected to kick off our celebration of Oakland Black Elders Day!
Join us for an inspiring conversation with one of Oakland’s treasured Elders from the 1940’s, 50’s and 60’s Mr. Félix Norris as he shares life lessons and profound insights and offering everyone the opportunity to learn from the wisdom of our elders.
“DO SOMETHING POSITIVE BE SOMEONE POSITIVE”
Be part of the TRADITION! Every year on the last Tuesday of February, during Black History Month, we honor OAKLAND BLACK ELDERS DAY with a special screening of the ORIGINAL WOS FILM—a powerful documentary where our Elders share the rich and positive history of West Oakland from the 1940s, ’50s, and ’60s. Don’t miss this celebration of legacy and culture!
Watch the ORIGINAL WOS FILM here:
“Let’s make a positive commitment together! Pledge to use “NO NEGATIVE SPEAK” with each other in your daily conversations with family, friends, and followers. Share, like, and spread the word—let’s uplift and inspire one another every day. 💛 Who’s in? Drop a ✨ in the comments if you’re with us!”PLEASE KEEP THE COMMENTS POSITIVE AND RESPECTFUL.
NEGATIVE COMMENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED!
PS: Please contribute to the development of Oakland Black Elders Day and support this Movement with a donation.
Ed Howard
Chief Executive Director
West Oakland Stories Positive Feeling Movement
Photo:
Mr. Felix Norris