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File #: 0267X-2024    Version: 1
Type: Ceremonial Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 10/3/2024 In control: Favor
On agenda: 10/7/2024 Final action: 10/10/2024
Title: To Celebrate the Grand Opening of Zora’s House 2.0 and Recognize October 11th 2024 as International Day of the Girl
Sponsors: Shayla Favor, Nicholas Bankston, Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, Nancy Day-Achauer, Rob Dorans, Melissa Green, Emmanuel V. Remy, Christopher Wyche, Shannon G. Hardin

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To Celebrate the Grand Opening of Zora’s House 2.0 and Recognize October 11th 2024 as International Day of the Girl

 

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WHEREAS, the International Day of the Girl serves as a global reminder of the importance of empowering and investing in the next generation of female leaders, particularly young women of color; and,

 

WHEREAS, the challenges faced by women of color gender-expansive people of color in navigating personal and professional spaces can be significant, often necessitating unique support and resources to fully thrive; and,

 

WHEREAS, Zora’s House has been a beacon of empowerment and support, providing a coworking and community space dedicated to fostering the growth and success of these individuals; and,

 

WHEREAS, the grand opening of Zora’s House 2.0 marks a significant milestone in their mission to create a haven for connection, collaboration, and personal development; and,

 

WHEREAS, this expansion will enable Zora’s House to further its reach and impact, offering enhanced programs, resources, and opportunities for women and gender-expansive people of color to build confidence, clarity, and connections; and,

 

WHEREAS, by centering and elevating the voices, leadership, and creativity of women and gender-expansive people of color, Zora’s House embodies the essence of empowerment and aids in paving the path for future generations of leaders; now therefore,

 

BE IT RESOLVED THAT THIS COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: Celebrates the grand opening of Zora’s House 2.0 and recognizes October 11th, 2024 as the International Day of the Girl in the City of Columbus.