SR355: SR355 Latina Leads; recognize

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia Senate honoring Latina Leads, a nonprofit based in Atlanta that works with Latina girls ages 8 to 16. The resolution describes the organization's programs, which focus on leadership, self-esteem, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, values, and well-being, and notes it was founded by Eli Dib Caiazzo and Maria Alejandra Bastidas. The resolution states that Latina Leads has served more than 250 girls and their families in the past year and more than 400 girls over the past three years through workshops, summer camps, and conferences. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements. Instead, the Senate formally commends the organization and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send Latina Leads a copy of the resolution.

• Formally recognizes and commends Latina Leads for its work mentoring and empowering Latina girls in Georgia.
• States factual background about the organization's founders, mission, and the number of girls it has served.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Latina Leads.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement of the Senate's position.

The resolution directly names Latina Leads, an Atlanta nonprofit, and its founders Eli Dib Caiazzo and Maria Alejandra Bastidas. It also references the more than 250 to 400 Latina girls and families the organization has served through its programs.

Because this is a commendation rather than a law, it does not change anyone's rights, obligations, or funding. Its practical effect is symbolic: it gives Latina Leads formal recognition from the Georgia Senate and a copy of the resolution to use for its records or promotion.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Latina Leads' mission, founders, and programs serving Latina girls ages 8 to 16.
• The resolved clause states the Senate recognizes and commends Latina Leads for inspiring future generations of Latina girls.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Latina Leads.

1. 2025-03-10Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-03-06Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Jason Esteves (D, SD-035)Primary sponsor
• Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
• Josh McLaurin (D, SD-014)
• Nabilah Islam Parkes (D, SD-007)

• community organizations
• youth leadership
• Latina empowerment
• Senate resolution
• Atlanta nonprofits