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J797Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor ESPOIR Black History Event

Official title

“Commending the ESPOIR Youth Program Incorporated upon the occasion of its ESPOIR's Black History Month Celebration on February 17, 2017”

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commends the ESPOIR Youth Program for its Black History Month Celebration, recognizing its positive impact on youth education.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of culturally relevant youth programs. By commending the ESPOIR Youth Program’s Black History Month celebration, the resolution underscores how culturally focused events provide young people with a deeper sense of identity, pride, and community connection.

  2. Recognizes evidence-based educational strategies. The resolution points out that ESPOIR uses proven, innovative models (inspired by successful programs abroad) to improve educational outcomes and self-esteem for youth, suggesting support for data-driven approaches in youth development.

  3. Affirms the value of after-school and remedial support. It brings legislative attention to the significance of after-school environments and targeted tutoring as tools to help students who are struggling, reinforcing the need for continued investment in such initiatives.

  4. Encourages public acknowledgment of grassroots efforts. By formally recognizing ESPOIR and its founder, the resolution sends a message about the importance of community-based organizations in improving lives and encourages similar efforts throughout the state.

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Honor ESPOIR Black History Event

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

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Senate Resolution No. 797 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING the ESPOIR Youth Program Incorporated upon the occasion of its ESPOIR's Black History Month Celebration on February 17, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize important… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 797 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING the ESPOIR Youth Program Incorporated upon the occasion of its ESPOIR's Black History Month Celebration on February 17, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize important events which remind us of the rich and diverse heritage of our great State and Nation; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to the ESPOIR Youth Program, Incorporated upon the occasion of its ESPOIR's Black History Month Celebration on Friday, February 17, 2017, at the Yes We Can Community Center in Westbury, New York; and WHEREAS, Espoir is a French word translated to "hope" in English; Espoir was founded in May of 2012, by Dr. Samarth Joseph to improve educational standards for the youth; it is based on Poverty Action Lab's very successful Balaskhi program in Mumbai, India; and WHEREAS, Starting in Westbury, ESPOIR focuses on providing enrichment opportunities for those enrolled in school by creating after school environments where young peoples' self-esteem and self-worth flourish as they develop skills, share opinions, and pursue areas that interest them, and by providing remedial tutoring in the essentials for those who are falling behind; and WHEREAS, Using innovative, successful and evidence-based models to accelerate positive educational and life outcomes, ESPOIR is nurturing hope in the young by giving them tools and the confidence in their own ability to solve problems; and WHEREAS, Individuals and organizations devoted to improving the quality of life for others, enabling them to build lives of dignity and self-worth are deserving of the highest praise and recognition; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend the ESPOIR Youth Program Incorporated upon the occasion of its ESPOIR's Black History Month Celebration on February 17, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Dr. Samarth Joseph, Founder and Executive Director, ESPOIR Youth Program, Inc.

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