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Senate Resolution 8EX
By: Senators James of the 35th, Jones of the 10th, McLaurin of the 14th, Seay of the 34th,
Harbison of the 15th and others
A RESOLUTION
Commending the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas and the Nigerian
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Physicians Advocacy Group; and for other purposes.2
WHEREAS, the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA) has, since its3
incorporation in 1995, demonstrated an unwavering commitment to educational, scientific,4
and charitable endeavors, operating as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization; and5
WHEREAS, representing the professional interests of over 4,000 physicians, dentists, and6
allied health professionals of Nigerian birth, ethnicity, or empathy in the United States,7
Canada, and the Caribbean, ANPA has consistently provided a vital platform for medical and8
scientific dialogue and addressed health issues within North America, the Caribbean, and9
Africa, especially those pertinent to individuals of descent from the Nigerian Diaspora; and10
WHEREAS, the Nigerian Physicians Advocacy Group (NPAG), serving as the non-partisan11
501(c)(4) affiliate of ANPA, was incorporated in 2019 with the mission to further the goals12
of ANPA by advocating for initiatives that strengthen the rule of law, engaging in voter13
education and get-out-to-vote campaigns, and providing basic health services; and14
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WHEREAS, during the 2023 election period in Nigeria, NPAG actively participated in voter
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sensitization programs while providing blood pressure screening and treatment to combat the16
crucial issue of high blood pressure, a leading cause of sudden death in Nigeria; and17
WHEREAS, the ANPA Georgia Chapter has long served as a beacon of community impact,18
incorporating an annual 5k race to raise awareness for health issues plaguing communities,19
including sickle cell disease; and20
WHEREAS, the ANPA Georgia Chapter has tirelessly addressed healthcare disparities and21
access issues within the state by organizing health fairs across various counties, including22
Henry and Fulton counties, focusing on chronic illnesses such as hypertension and diabetes23
alongside education on healthy living and breast cancer awareness; and24
WHEREAS, demonstrating a commitment to social responsibility, the ANPA Georgia25
Chapter has forged partnerships with organizations like Hosea Helps to serve those in need26
and address hunger and homelessness in Georgia; and27
WHEREAS, amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, both ANPA and28
NPAG actively participated in fundraising efforts, contributing to the procurement of29
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Nigeria and supporting relief campaigns assisting30
families and the Atlanta Community Food Bank; and31
WHEREAS, both organizations remain dedicated to supporting the Sickle Cell Foundation32
of Georgia and upholding their commitment to providing free health fairs that serve33
under-represented communities; and34
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WHEREAS, this remarkable collaboration between ANPA and NPAG showcases a
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commendable synergy of expertise, advocacy, and community impact, contributing36
significantly to the betterment of healthcare, civic engagement, and community well-being.37
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body38
commend both the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas and the Nigerian39
Physicians Advocacy Group for their many outstanding contributions on behalf of the40
citizens of Georgia and extend best wishes for continued growth, development, and success.41
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed42
to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the Association of43
Nigerian Physicians in the Americas and the Nigerian Physicians Advocacy Group.44
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