4281694 ACR 19-314, “Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter 30th Anniversary Recognition Resolution of 2012”
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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
19-314
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
October 2, 2012
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter.
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter was founded in 1982 by men motivated by cultural pride and love for youth;
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter was established as a nonprofit organization of male volunteers seeking to be positive male role models committed to improving the future and lives of at-risk youth in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area;
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter operates according to their motto, “Caring for Our Youth”;
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter uses an Afro-centric perspective to enrich youth lives through positive educational, cultural, and social activities, programs, and events, and provide them with wisdom and understanding on how to become positive, successful, and contributing adults.
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter is dedicated to improving and advancing the lives of children in our community by shaping values and promoting successes;
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter and its members endeavor to exemplify cultural awareness, economic independence, and emotional, intellectual, physical, and spiritual strength, and instill these qualities in youth;
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter has historically and consistently worked closely with area school systems, community organizations, and local social service agencies that share a commitment to a prosperous future for upcoming generations;
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter is part of a national organization with chapters in 30 U.S. cities;
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter sponsors enrichment and development activities such as the Power Up – Read Program aimed at encouraging students to read and stamp out illiteracy through a series of thematic sessions; the Just Say Yes! Program whereby youth attend workshops and field trips to promote positive self-esteem, cultural awareness, physical fitness, and entrepreneurship, including activities such as basketball, discussions, movies, bowling, and sessions on achieving academic goals, physical fitness, nutrition and diet, art, poetry, music, and history; an annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratory Contest; an annual History Bee; and visits to embassies, organizations involved in international affairs, museums, and ethnic restaurants in Washington, D.C., and elsewhere to learn about other cultures and world affairs;
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter honored over 300 participants at their Youth Recognition Awards Banquet to recognize the academic and civic achievements of area youth.
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter awards college scholarships and Student of the Year Awards to encourage the youth of the community to achieve higher level of excellence and success through education; and
WHEREAS, the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter hosted a 30th Anniversary and Scholarship Gala on Saturday, October 13, 2012 to raise funds for scholarships and sustain existing programs and activities.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter 30th Anniversary Recognition Resolution of 2012”.
Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia commemorates and congratulates the Concerned Black Men, Inc., Washington, D.C. Chapter for 30 years of dedicated and valuable investment in our youth, their futures, and our community.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
