On December 16, 2006, hip hop artists from all over the world will unite to improve the welfare of displaced Africans. Musicians from Brazil to Ghana, including Chosan and Wanlov the Kubolor will spit rhymes in their native tongues to promote the work of a non-profit organization called Nah We Yone, meaning “it belongs to us” in the Krio language. It was formed as a New York City based group to provide services to distressed communities within the African Diaspora.

Nah We Yone provides critical psychological and social support to Africans, crisis intervention to displaced individuals, children, and families, wellness, and culturally informed programming and education on immigration and detention of refugees. The ultimate mission of Nah We Yone is to foster independence and self-empowerment among African refugees and asylees living in the United States.

Groups such as Lava Gina, World Up, Fusicology, and Liberation Lab are sponsoring the hip hop event entitled, “Music as a Weapon Presents: Bling & Blood,” symbolizing the ongoing oppression of Africans in the African diamond trade. Bling & Blood is a free event at Lava Gina, New York City’s premier world music lounge located on 116 Avenue C, New York City. Doors open at 6:30pm. Any proceeds from the event will go directly to Nah We Yone.

For more info, go directly to www.nahweyone.org or www.lavagina.com