HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-04-15 Proclamation - Black Wellness WeekOffice of the Mayor
City of Tukwila, Washington
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the tradition of Booker T. Washington's Negro Health Week has
historically spotlighted health disparities in the Black community, fostering
advocacy and education; and
WHEREAS, holistic well-being, encompassing physical, mental, emotional, and
social health, is a priority for all communities; and
WHEREAS, addressing health disparities in Washington State, especially within
the Black community, calls for initiatives that are both inclusive and resource -
Conscious; and
WHEREAS, a community -driven approach, focusing on leveraging existing
resources and capacities, is essential for the effective implementation of Black
Wellness Week;
NOW THEREFORE, I, Thomas McLeod, Mayor of the City of Tukwila, do hereby
proclaim April 15-19 as:
Black Wellness Week
in the City of Tukwila and encourage all community residents to join me in
recognizing this special observance.
Presented this 15th day of April, 2024.
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Thomas McLeod, Mayor