Black Joy Parade 2018

Kleaver Cruz

"“Knowing that black people can be together uninhibitedly and unapologetically. Being a community and experience black joy deeply together wherever we are makes me extremly happy." #SmileADay x #BlackJoyParade

Tiana

"Being around people who have high-spirits. Being in my community, surrounded by black people. Also, when I can help others accomplish their goals and build a network of positivity that make me the happiest. " #SmileADay

Njambi

"Honestly I drive most of my happiness from helping other people become their best selves. From cultivating light and strengths in others, and seeing that thrive over time. These always make me happy and excited. It’s lovely to witness." #SmileADay

QuoVadis

"We’re going through a lot right now in our society and with my family so peace makes me really happy. I also love to dance. Sometimes, I dance in carnival. The drums, the shaking all of it brings me joy." #SmileADay

Alysha

"Community, people and our roots make me happy. Being connected to who you are as a person, grounded in self. Being able to share that experience with people you love, and loving yourself are really important. It a nutshell love makes me happy. It’s a process of healing to give love and to know how to receive it. " #SmileADay

Inayah

"Dancing makes me happy. It’s when I feel the most alive. "  #SmileADay

Paige

"Being in the presence of joyful people who have amazing energy makes me happy. Energy is everything. When I’m in the presence with someone with glorifying energy, I receive it and it makes me a better person for our humanity." #SmileADay

Kayla

"Seeing the sun every morning when I wake up makes me happy. It’s a gentle kiss that charges me for the day. It gives me life! " #SmileADay

Chantelle

"Connecting with genuine people on a real level and making a difference in my community by being involved, being present and being woke all of it brings me the most joy deep down inside."  #SmileADay