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HJR21
9U6LMPM-1
By Representative Hall
RFD: Rules
First Read: 04-Feb-25
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First Read: 04-Feb-25
HJR___ COMMENDING THE GFWC ALABAMA FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S
CLUBS FOR PUBLIC SERVICE.
WHEREAS, it is with great pride and pleasure that we
commend the Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs in
recognition of its dedicated public service; and
WHEREAS, organized in 1895, the Alabama Federation of
Women's Clubs (GFWC Alabama) was chartered into the
international organization General Federation of Women's
Clubs (GFWC) in 1907; for 130 years, GFWC Alabama has worked
to address the most pressing needs of our communities, the
state, our nation, and globally; and
WHEREAS, the 50 clubs and 1,200 members located in
communities throughout the State of Alabama develop
outstanding programs and projects to address common issues
and concerns; some of the areas addressed through programs
and projects include access to and support of the arts,
education and libraries, natural resources preservation,
support of veterans, public and individual health and
wellness, child advocacy, and citizenship; and
WHEREAS, the establishment of scholarships and
libraries have been major focus areas for GFWC Alabama and
local clubs; GFWC Alabama has been actively involved in the
GFWC Signature Program, Domestic and Sexual Violence
Awareness and Prevention; and
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Awareness and Prevention; and
WHEREAS, GFWC Alabama is an organization made up of
women from all walks of life and across generations who have
a common goal of enhancing the lives of others through
volunteer service; in this process, members grow in their
understanding of issues and are enriched through their
service further developing their talents and skills while
establishing lifelong connections; and
WHEREAS, the theme for the 2024-26 administration is
"Living the Volunteer Spirit – Compassion in Action"; the
President's Special Project is "Mental Health Matters" and
focuses on increasing awareness about mental health concerns
and striving to end the stigma associated with mental health
illnesses while promoting the resources available in local
communities, the state, and our nation; and
WHEREAS, the 130th Annual Convention of the GFWC
Alabama Federation of Women's Clubs is being held April
25-27, 2025, at the Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel and
Conference Center at Capitol Hill where members will discuss
common concerns, hear from experts in their fields, and
conduct the business necessary to allow this organization to
continue its 130-year legacy of enhancing the lives of
others; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, BOTH
HOUSES THEREOF CONCURRING, That the Alabama Federation of
Women's Clubs, which is comprised of thousands of women who
have given of their time, talent, and resources, is honored
and commended in recognition of its dedicated public service
to this state over the past 130 years.
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to this state over the past 130 years.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution is
offered in highest esteem by Senators Tom Butler, Arthur
Orr, Sam Givhan, Steve Livingston, and Wes Kitchens, and
Representatives Laura Hall, Rex Reynolds, Marilyn Lands,
Parker Moore, Andy Whitt, James Lomax, Ritchie Whorton,
Phillip Rigsby, and Anthony Daniels.
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