Association of Guineans in the DMV

The Amalgamated Transit Union is one of the largest labor organizations that represent transit workers in the United States and Canada. Founded in 1892, the Amalgamated Transit Union is comprised of more than 180,000 members in 270 local unions spread throughout 46 states and nine provinces. The union is guided by a triennial convention at which delegates chosen by locals meet to debate and direct the future of the union. The International officers consist of the international president, international executive vice president, international secretary-treasurer and nearly 20 international vice presidents. International vice presidents serve on the union's general executive board. Amalgamated Transit Union is located in Washington, D.C.

The Institute of Musical Traditions, located in Silver Spring, MD, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing musical education and performance, with a special emphasis on showcasing diverse musical traditions. Through their thoughtfully curated events, they foster an engaging community atmosphere for music lovers and performers alike. In addition to hosting concerts featuring various world music genres, the Institute runs the Tuesday Night Open Spark, a listening-room style open mic that encourages local artists to showcase their talents. They rely significantly on community support and volunteer efforts to sustain their operations and promote cultural arts in the region. Generated from the website