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WHEREAS, sports have the power to unite individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering teamwork, camaraderie, and mutual respect; and WHEREAS, inclusion in sports plays a crucial role in promoting equity, breaking down barriers, and creating opportunities for individuals of all abilities, genders, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds; and WHEREAS, embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity […]

WHEREAS, June is Immigrant Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and achievements brought to our nation by immigrants; and WHEREAS, the United States has been built on the strength, diversity, and contributions of immigrants who have journeyed to this land from every corner of the world, seeking […]

WHEREAS, the month of June is traditionally recognized as Pride Month in commemoration of the Stonewall riots of 1969, a moment that sparked change and are widely considered to be among the most important events leading to the gay liberation movement and the modern.fight for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer plus (LGBTQ+) rights in […]

WHEREAS, May 18th marks the celebration of Haitian Flag Day, commemorating the creation of the Haitian flag in 1803; and WHEREAS, the Haitian flag is a symbol of independence, unity, and resilience, representing the determination of the Haitian people to overcome adversity and fight for their freedom; and WHEREAS, contributions by Haitian people have influenced […]

WHEREAS, on May 12 organizations nationwide are recognizing our childcare providers; and   WHEREAS, childcare provides a safe, nurturing place for the enrichment and development of millions of children nationwide, and is a vital force in our economy; and WHEREAS, the pandemic illuminated how indispensable childcare providers are for the well-being and economic security of our […]

WHEREAS, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (MMIR) Day is a day to honor the Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people who have gone missing or been murdered, and to raise awareness about the ongoing epidemic of violence against Indigenous people; and WHEREAS, Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people are disproportionately affected by violence, with some […]

WHEREAS, the month of May has been designated as Military Appreciation Month, a time when we come together to pay tribute to our veterans, active-duty service members, and their families; and WHEREAS, Salt Lake City is proud to honor and recognize the contributions of our military service members and their families, who have sacrificed so […]

WHEREAS, May is recognized as National Foster Care Awareness Month, and provides an opportunity to raise awareness about the needs of children and youth in foster care, and to recognize the dedicated and caring individuals who work to support them; and WHEREAS, there are over 400,000 children and youth in foster care in the United […]

WHEREAS, Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is celebrated nationally during the month of May; and WHEREAS, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month originated as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week in 1987 and was expanded to a month-long celebration in 1990. Since its renaming in 2009, the month of May is observed […]

WHEREAS, first officially recognized in 2006, Jewish American Heritage Month celebrates the enduring legacy of Jewish Americans and honors the profound contributions that Jewish Americans have made to our Nation; and WHEREAS, the month of May is significant for the celebration because it includes several important Jewish holidays, including Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), Yom […]