The Parade of Unity and Festival in the Park, organized by the Haitian Cultural Heritage Preservation, Inc. (HCHP), has evolved into Rockland County’s premier multi-ethnic community celebration and festival, attracting over 10,000 attendees to Spring Valley, NY. This vibrant cultural fest provides a platform for the diaspora community to celebrate its rich heritage while inviting the wider Rockland community to explore and embrace Haitian, Caribbean, and others cultures and traditions. The parade of unity featured more than 33 groups including local organizations, churches, marching bands, businesses and hosted 35 small business vendors, with 15 volunteers supporting the event’s operation and contributing to its overall success.