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This resolution commends and honors the Mississippi chapters of The Links, Incorporated, a nonprofit organization founded in 1946 with over 17,000 members internationally, for their service to the community, the state, and the nation, specifically recognizing their "Mississippi Links Day at the State Capitol 2026" event on February 11, 2026. The resolution highlights the organization's dedication to addressing critical needs in underserved communities through its five programming facets: Services to Youth, The Arts, National Trends and Services, International Trends and Services, and Health and Human Services, with a particular focus on combating food insecurity, advocating for maternal health, expanding SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) eligibility, supporting Black farmers, and promoting access and equity in Mississippi. It also acknowledges The Links, Incorporated's commitment to criminal and social justice, political awareness, voter empowerment, and statewide civic engagement, noting their significant annual contribution of over one million documented hours of community service.

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