Bill > K00753

This resolution commends the West Indian American Day Carnival Association (WIADCA), a cultural organization established in 1967 that promotes Caribbean heritage through its Annual West Indian Day Carnival Parade held on Labor Day in Brooklyn, New York. The resolution highlights WIADCA's significant contributions to cultural preservation, community development, and economic impact, noting that the parade is one of the largest Caribbean cultural celebrations worldwide, drawing millions of attendees and showcasing diverse artistic expressions like calypso, soca, reggae, steel pan, and traditional masquerade performances. The resolution emphasizes WIADCA's role in fostering cross-cultural dialogue, providing youth and family programming, supporting community leadership, and creating a platform for Caribbean Americans to celebrate their identities while promoting unity and inclusion. By hosting the parade, WIADCA not only strengthens the multicultural identity of Brooklyn and New York State but also supports local businesses, tourism, and hospitality while engaging community members through collaborative partnerships with local leaders, law enforcement, and volunteers.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K753