SR473: SR473 Black Man Lab; honor

25 LC 112 3543 Senate Resolution 473 By: Senators Mangham of the 55th, Esteves of the 35th, Harbison of the 15th, Mallow of the 2nd, Rhett of the 33rd and others A RESOLUTION Honoring the Black Man Lab for its dedication to empowering Black men and enriching the1 community; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the Black Man Lab was founded by four Black fathers—Mawuli Davis, Jarrod3 Grant, Dana Watkins, and Melek Buford—along with their sons as a space to cultivate4 leadership, wisdom, and support young Black men in their development; and5 WHEREAS, recognizing the critical need for mentorship, guidance , and intergenerational6 learning, these fathers established the Black Man Lab to ensure that young Black men had7 access to positive role models, knowledge, and community-driven empowerment; and8 WHEREAS, the Black Man Lab has since grown into a transformative movement, bringing9 together Black men from all walks of life to engage in open dia logue, professional10 development, and culturally enriching learning experiences; and11 WHEREAS, the mission of the Black Man Lab is to provide a safe space for Black men to12 develop authentic manhood, fostering personal growth, community leadership, and a13 commitment to excellence; and14 S. R. 473 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3543 WHEREAS, the vision of the Black Man Lab is to em power and insp ire Black men to15 positively transform the world, embracing their roles as warriors, healers, and builders within16 their families and communities; and17 WHEREAS, the Black Man Lab has consistently offered one of the largest weekly gatherings18 focused on encouraging Black men in the country; and19 WHEREAS, the Black Man Lab's dedication to fostering authentic manhood, mentorship,20 and community leadership has had a profound and positive impact , shaping the lives of21 countless Black men and strengthening families and communities across the state.22 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body23 honor the Black Man Lab for its outstanding contributions to th e empowerment and24 enrichment of Black men, its dedication to fostering intergenerational wisdom, and its role25 in inspiring positive transformation.26 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed27 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for di stribution to the Black Man28 Lab.29 S. R. 473 - 2 -