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To honor and recognize the Multiethnic Advocates for Cultural Competence (MACC) on the occasion of its 10th anniversary.
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WHEREAS, In 2003, the Multiethnic Advocates for Cultural Competence (MACC) was formed to integrate cultural competence as a cornerstone of Ohio's behavioral health system; and
WHEREAS, MACC is the only statewide organization committed to enhancing the quality of health care by incorporating culturally competent practices into the systems and organizations that provide services to Ohio's diverse populations; and
WHEREAS, MACC regularly sponsors lectures, conferences, educational seminars and research to promote cultural competence, the elimination of health disparities and the development of assessment tools and strategies to assist organizations and individuals; and
WHEREAS, MACC will host its 10th anniversary gala, "Celebrating our Cultural Kaleidoscope," on Thursday, April 25, 2013, at the Ohio Historical Society; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That we do hereby congratulate the Multiethnic Advocates for Cultural Competence on their 10th anniversary and wish them continued success as they promote cultural proficiency and skills development for physical and mental health professionals and providers throughout the state of Ohio.