Senate Resolution 824
By: Senators Harbison of the 15th, Jones II of the 22nd, Orrock of the 36th, Payne of the
54th, Goodman of the 8th and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending the 68th Annual Southeast District Conference of the National
Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs, Inc., and honoring its
longstanding commitment to leadership, service, and economic empowerment; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs,
Inc., (NANBPWC) was founded in 1935 and stands as one of the nation's longest-standing
organizations dedicated to the professional, civic, and economic advancement of African
American women; and
WHEREAS, for more than nine decades, NANBPWC has upheld a proud legacy of
advocacy, leadership development, entrepreneurship, voter education, youth mentorship, and
community service at the local, state, and national levels; and
WHEREAS, the Southeast District of NANBPWC represents one of the organization's most
dynamic and impactful regions, serving members across multiple states for more than six
decades and consistently championing leadership excellence and community empowerment
throughout the southeastern United States; and
WHEREAS, the 68th Annual Southeast District Conference will convene March 19-22,
2026, in Columbus, Georgia, bringing together business and professional women, community
leaders, youth, and stakeholders from across the region; and
WHEREAS, the 2026 conference theme, "Moving Forward With Purpose...Unstoppable,"
reflects the organization's historic foundation and continued commitment to progress, service,
and collective impact in strengthening families, communities, and economic opportunities;
and
WHEREAS, the members of NANBPWC and its Southeast District have made significant
contributions to leadership development, economic empowerment, civic engagement, and
community collaboration, thereby enhancing the quality of life for citizens throughout
Georgia and the Southeast; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments and
enduring service of NANBPWC and its Southeast District be appropriately recognized.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and commend the National Association of Negro Business and Professional
Women's Clubs, Inc., Southeast District, upon the occasion of its 68th Annual Southeast
District Conference, and extend best wishes for a successful and impactful gathering in
Columbus, Georgia.
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 the leadership of
the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs, Inc., Southeast
District.