Elijah Builds A Park

About the Author

Ondina "Dina" Hawthorne is an exceptional multicultural woman who has dedicated her life to making a positive impact in the community. As the Co-founder and President of the Emmy Award-winning Elijah-Alavi Foundation, she tirelessly works to raise awareness of food allergies, advocate for better food allergy training, and support families affected by them.Her expertise extends beyond advocacy, and with her background as an Integrative Health and Wellness Coach/Consultant, a former Special Education Educator, and a Public Speaker (to name a few), it influenced her writing and storytelling to be playful, spiritual, and passionate. She uses her knowledge to educate and empower individuals and families. Above all, Dina is God's daughter, a loving and virtuous wife, a parent to a child diagnosed with autism, a grieving mother, and a woman with a big imagination. Ramon Mitchell, also known as Nomar, is a Caribbean American whose artistic journey began at the remarkable age of three. What started as a childhood passion for drawing and coloring blossomed into a captivating visual language, allowing him to blend his love for his cultural roots with a modern expression and breathe life into his own imagination. Over the years, he honed a diverse set of skills, specializing in graphic and fashion design as well as large-scale wall paintings. Ramon "Nomar" Mitchell is driven by passion and purpose; his art tells stories and inspires others to embrace their roots, tap into their imagination, and discover their artistic voice.