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SR 808: Harris, Janea'; recognize

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Senate Resolution 808

By: Senators Wicks of the 34th and Anderson of the 43rd

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Janea' Harris; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Janea' Harris is a United States Army veteran, author, survivor, advocate, and community leader whose life and work are rooted in service, strength, and transformation; and

WHEREAS, she served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty with the United States Army, valiantly and courageously protecting her fellow Americans for six years; and

WHEREAS, after transitioning from the military, Janea' founded ONFIYA Agency, Inc.,a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering families and youth across Georgia and South Carolina; and

WHEREAS, for more than a decade, ONFIYA Agency, Inc., has provided life-changing programs addressing domestic violence, homelessness, grief, food insecurity, and youth development. Through her leadership, thousands of individuals have found hope, resources, and the opportunity to rebuild their lives; and

WHEREAS, in addition to her nonprofit work, Janea’ is the author of The Shift Within The Boat, published under her pen name Janie Aadhya; and

WHEREAS, her influence extends into education, social services, and justice advocacy, as she currently serves as the Vice President of the Douglas County DFCS Advisory Board and has partnered with organizations such as the Department of Juvenile Justice, the Department of Social Services, Benedict College, the University of South Carolina, Morehouse College, and numerous other school districts and community agencies; and

WHEREAS, Janea's dedication to service has been recognized through numerous prestigious awards, including two Presidential Lifetime Achievement Awards personally signed by President Joe Biden; and

WHEREAS, she has been honored as the 2023 Author of the Year by the Black People United Global Network and has been featured in Voyage Atlanta, Shoutout Atlanta, and Voyage Ohio Hidden Gems; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this extraordinary Georgian be appropriately honored.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend Janea' Harris for her unwavering commitment to protecting and uplifting vulnerable families.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Janea' Harris.