BALDIWN VILLAGE — Excitement and anticipation filled the air July 27 at Jim Gilliam Park where the 11th annual Global Day of Compassion was held to spread unity and brotherly love.

“The purpose is to set aside differences such as race, creed, and nationality and to just unite for a day of compassion,” said Tony Goodall, also known as Brother Hanan, who organized the local event. “The Global Day of Compassion is always held on the last Sunday in July, and is simultaneously held in Detroit, Atlanta, Ghana, Hawaii and Thailand.”

The event featured booths offering information about affordable housing, finances, substance abuse prevention, life insurance, health care, parenting classes, mental health referrals, resume building and education.

New shoes and T-shirts were distributed to childre

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