HR 922: The Empowerment Workshop and Le'Dor Milteer; founder; commend

House Resolution 922

By: Representatives Roberts of the 52nd, Holland of the 54th, Panitch of the 51st, Tran of the 80th, Jackson of the 68th, and others

A RESOLUTION

Commending The Empowerment Workshop and its founder, Le'Dor Milteer; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, in 2022, Sandy Springs resident Le'Dor Milteer founded The Empowerment Workshop, a nonprofit organization committed to connecting our diverse communities through education and empowerment programs; and

WHEREAS, The Empowerment Workship (TEW) and Le'Dor Milteer have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to equity and inclusion, striving to help everyone have an opportunity to shape their own futures; and

WHEREAS, TEW places advocacy at the center of its mission, working to amplify the voices of marginalized groups, challenge systemic inequalities, and create lasting change through public policy and community action; and

WHEREAS, TEW supports organizations and events designed to educate and empower our youth, small businesses, minority communities, and seniors; and

WHEREAS, TEW has organized and sponsored cultural events such as Sandy Springs Juneteenth, the Atlanta Caribbean Carnival and Parade, Black History Month featuring Black artists, and International Women's Day Atlanta; and

WHEREAS, the organization actively engages the Atlanta community by offering mentorship, skill-building programs, and access to vital resources, equipping people with the tools needed to build confidence, resilience, and leadership; and

WHEREAS, TEW operates a Community Service and Volunteer Credit Hours Program, providing students and individual volunteers with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at Mercedes-Benz Stadium while developing practical skills in teamwork, customer service, and event management; and

WHEREAS, through its comprehensive and impactful programs, TEW continues to mobilize and inspire individuals across Atlanta, embodying the true spirit of community engagement and service; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable organization be appropriately honored during this special time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend The Empowerment Workshop and founder Le'Dor Milteer for their outstanding contributions to advocacy, empowerment, and community development as well as extend best wishes for continued success. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Le'Dor Milteer.