Bill > J01186

This resolution honors the 2025 Unlabelled Awards All White Gala, a prestigious event recognizing Black excellence across various professional and civic domains. The resolution highlights the Unlabelled Awards as a premier platform that celebrates individuals making meaningful contributions in fields such as creativity, entrepreneurship, civic leadership, humanitarian work, education, and legacy building. The gala, scheduled for August 30, 2025, is described as an affirming space that challenges stereotypes and promotes authenticity, leadership, and innovation. The legislative body formally acknowledges the event's importance in showcasing achievements and inspiring future generations, with award categories including Trailblazer, Creative, Civic Leader, Humanitarian, Entrepreneur, Educator, and Legacy Award. The resolution officially pauses legislative deliberations to honor the event and its distinguished honorees, and includes a provision to transmit a suitably engrossed copy of the resolution to Carol Tia Dunkley, the Founder and President of the Unlabelled Awards, in recognition of this significant cultural occasion.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1186