Commending One Hundred Black Men of America, Inc. upon the occasion of hosting its 2026 National Annual Conference

Senate Resolution No. 2129

BY: Senator PARKER

        COMMENDING  One Hundred Black Men of America, Inc.
        upon the  occasion  of  hosting  its  2026  National
        Annual Conference

  WHEREAS,  It  is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
honor  organizations  whose   leadership,   mentorship,   and   advocacy
strengthen  communities, expand opportunity, and promote educational and
economic empowerment; and

  WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and  in  full  accord  with  its
long-standing  traditions, this Legislative Body is proud to commend One
Hundred Black Men of America, Inc. upon the occasion of hosting its 2026
National Annual Conference, to be held June 17 through June 20, 2026, in
New York City; and

  WHEREAS, One Hundred Black Men of  America,  Inc.  is  a  nationally
respected organization committed to improving the quality of life within
African  American  communities  through  its core pillars of mentorship,
education, health and wellness, and economic empowerment; and

  WHEREAS, Founded upon the principle that  "What  They  See  Is  What
They'll  Be,"  the  organization has, for decades, cultivated a powerful
network of leaders, professionals, and mentors  dedicated  to  uplifting
youth and strengthening communities across the nation; and

  WHEREAS,  The  2026 National Annual Conference will convene leaders,
mentors, educators, corporate  partners,  and  youth  participants  from
across  the  country  for programming focused on leadership development,
community impact, and intergenerational mentorship; and

  WHEREAS, This gathering will serve as a vital  forum  for  dialogue,
collaboration,  and  the  advancement  of strategies aimed at addressing
disparities, expanding opportunity, and building pathways to success for
future generations; and

  WHEREAS, The conference being held in New York City is  particularly
significant,  as  the organization's founding chapter and historic roots
are deeply connected to the City of New York and its longstanding legacy
of civic engagement and community leadership; and

  WHEREAS, Members of One Hundred Black Men of America, Inc.  continue
to  play  an  active  role  in  advancing the organization's mission and
strengthening its impact within local communities; and

  WHEREAS, It  is  fitting  and  proper  that  this  Legislative  Body
recognize   the   importance   of   this   national  convening  and  its
contributions to fostering leadership, opportunity,  and  service;  now,
therefore, be it

  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend One Hundred Black Men of America,  Inc.  upon  the  occasion  of
hosting  its  2026  National  Annual  Conference, to be held June 17-20,

2026, in New York City, and to extend best wishes for a  successful  and
impactful convening; and be it further

  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to One Hundred Black Men of America, Inc. in recognition  of
its  enduring  commitment  to  mentorship,  leadership  development, and
community empowerment.