82R24676 BPG-D
By: Davis of Dallas H.R. No. 1663
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Afiya Center in Dallas is hosting an empowerment
summit for women from May 5 to 7, 2011, and this occasion provides
an ideal opportunity to recognize this noteworthy organization; and
WHEREAS, Founded by Marsha Jones and La Cisha Crear, the
Afiya Center works to decrease the prevalence of HIV/AIDS by
providing education and support services to African American women
and girls and other at-risk populations; HIV/AIDS is a leading
cause of death among African American women in many age groups today
and disproportionately affects minority populations; and
WHEREAS, The Afiya Center takes its name from a Swahili word
for health and wellness, and its mission is to assist women in
transforming the management of their health; to address the needs
of women, youth, and all people with HIV/AIDS, the organization has
fostered support and discussion groups, and it helps establish
connections to break down the barriers of sexism, racism, and low
self-esteem; moreover, the Afiya Center increases awareness of HIV
prevention and enhances women's knowledge of the biological,
behavioral, and social justice cofactors that influence
reproductive health issues; and
WHEREAS, Through their dedication to HIV prevention,
reproductive health, and the well-being of their fellow citizens,
the members of the Afiya Center are making a lasting, positive
difference in their community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby recognize the Afiya Center on the occasion of
its May 2011 empowerment summit for women and extend to all those
participating in the event sincere best wishes for a memorable and
meaningful conference; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Afiya Center as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.