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J1589Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Harlem Fashion Leaders

Official title

“Honoring Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the National Council of Negro Women, Inc”

Sponsor Leroy ComrieSD-14+1 co-sponsor
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell for their contributions to fashion and community, recognized by the National Council of Negro Women, Queens County.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the impact of fashion as a tool for social change. , recognizing two women who use their platform to empower women and celebrate cultural diversity, underscoring the broader role of the arts in community development.

  2. Acknowledges the importance of intergenerational leadership and education. Birkett and Jewnell’s backgrounds from Columbia University and Parsons School of Design show how formal education can fuel innovative entrepreneurship in creative industries.

  3. Emphasizes the economic and cultural significance of Harlem Fashion Week. , which not only showcases designers but also aims to grow local businesses and provide educational opportunities, reflecting how local events can have lasting effects on community revitalization.

  4. Sets a public example by honoring grassroots contributions. , encouraging the recognition of community leaders whose work may inspire future generations to pursue social good through creative and entrepreneurial ventures.

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Honor Harlem Fashion Leaders

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Leroy Comrie

Senator · Senate District 14

Chair, Corporations, Authorities And Commissions

1 Co-sponsor

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1589 BY: Senator COMRIE HONORING Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County, on June 2, 2019 WHEREAS, The unity of our… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1589 BY: Senator COMRIE HONORING Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County, on June 2, 2019 WHEREAS, The unity of our State and Nation is built upon the compassion of individuals such as Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell who uphold the values of community life and who, through their great actions, epitomize the best of humanity; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County, to be celebrated at its 32nd Annual Black & White Awards Banquet: "Women's Empowerment, Legacy, Reclamation and Renewal" on Sunday, June 2, 2019, at Antun's, Queens Village, New York; and WHEREAS, The powerhouse mother-daughter team Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell are the founders of Harlem Fashion Week and owners of the fashion design company Yvonne Jewnell New York LLC; and WHEREAS, Yvonne Jewnell New York is an award winning, women's wear company which creates clothing to promote women empowerment and celebrate cultures from across the globe; and WHEREAS, Tandra Birkett was educated at Columbia University and Yvonne Jewnell was educated at Parsons School of Design; together, they used their talent, skill and education to create one of the most innovative, emerging fashion houses; and WHEREAS, Harlem Fashion Week is an explosion of culture which bridges the Downtown fashion hub to the Uptown vibe for a rich community experience; its goal is to produce an event that will showcase the fashion industry, provide business education for emerging designers, grow Harlem businesses and create a cultural platform; and WHEREAS, Under the able leadership of Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell, Harlem Fashion Week has been featured in Vogue Italia, Yahoostyle.com, Time Out New York, Racked.com, Fashionweekonline.com, "Afrofusion TV," What's Eating Harlem?, and Urban Girl Mag, to name a few; and WHEREAS, Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell have truly created a cultural platform through the art of fashion; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by individuals for the benefit of others which Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell have displayed throughout their lives; and WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell, that future generations may know and appreciate their admirable character, their many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which they are held by their peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell upon the occasion of their designation for special recognition by the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County, on June 2, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Tandra Birkett and Yvonne Jewnell.

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