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J1633Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Queens Negro Women Council

Official title

“Commending the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County Section upon the occasion of hosting its 32nd Annual Banquet Celebration”

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

What's happening

This resolution commends the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County Section, for hosting its 32nd Annual Banquet Celebration.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the vital, ongoing role of Black women’s organizations. in advocating for and supporting women and families in their communities, which can inspire wider recognition of grassroots leadership.

  2. Acknowledges decades of community service. by the Queens County Section, emphasizing the value of sustained civic engagement and volunteerism in improving local quality of life.

  3. Signals legislative support and visibility. for organizations focused on empowering women of African descent, which may encourage further public and private collaboration or funding.

  4. Reinforces the importance of celebrating local achievements. and milestones, helping to build community pride and inspire future generations to continue advocacy and service work.

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Honor Queens Negro Women Council

Plain English, a few words. Used as the page title.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

Chair, Energy And Telecommunications

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. 1633 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County Section, upon the occasion of hosting its 32nd Annual Banquet Celebration on June

2, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those illustrious organizations of the State of New York whose focus and intent have made a substantial impact on the quality of life in their communities; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County Section upon the occasion of hosting its 32nd Annual Banquet Celebration, "Women's Empowerment, Legacy, Redemption & Renewal", on Sunday, June 2,

2019, at Antun's, Queens, New York; and WHEREAS, The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) was founded on December 5, 1935, by Mary McLeod Bethune, distinguished educator and government consultant, as a council of autonomous national organizations… Show all

2019, at Antun's, Queens, New York; and WHEREAS, The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) was founded on December 5, 1935, by Mary McLeod Bethune, distinguished educator and government consultant, as a council of autonomous national organizations coming together to improve the quality of life for women; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, the organization functions as a clearinghouse, facilitating networking and coalition building, and advocating the use of collective power on issues affecting women, their families and communities; and WHEREAS, On May 13, 1987, Reva M. Anthony organized and formed the National Council of Negro Women Inc., Queens County Section based on a growing need for community based program services in Southeast Queens; and WHEREAS, Today, remaining true to its mission, the National Council of Negro Women Inc., Queens County Section leads, develops and advocates for women of African descent as they support their families and communities; and WHEREAS, Over its distinguished 32-year history, the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County Section has demonstrated continuous service to the residents and communities which it serves; and WHEREAS, The success of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County Section is in direct correlation to the efforts of its dedicated members, whose involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the organization and the community it serves; and WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County Section; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when individuals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County Section upon the occasion of hosting its 32nd Annual Banquet Celebration; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County Section.

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