J 1123: Commemorating The Key Awards to be held on June 3, 2025

 Senate Resolution No. 1123 BY: Senator JACKSON COMMEMORATING The Key Awards to be held on June 3, 2025 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and celebrate organizations and events that empower communities, uplift youth, and advance equity and opportunity throughout the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its traditions, this Legislative Body is proud to commemorate The Key Awards, to be held on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the United Palace in New York City; and WHEREAS, Presented by the Office of Safety & Prevention Partnerships in collaboration with Urban Village Mentoring, The Key Awards honor outstanding individuals and organizations whose stories and service are changing lives-one story at a time; and WHEREAS, This event stands as a powerful platform for recognizing leadership, resilience, and the transformative impact of mentorship, prevention, and community-driven solutions in the lives of New York's youth and families; and WHEREAS, The Key Awards bring together public servants, educators, advocates, and community members in shared commitment to promote justice, hope, and healing; and WHEREAS, Supported by esteemed partners including the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), NYC Public Schools, NYC Service, and PIVOT for Success, The Key Awards reflect a broad coalition dedicated to reducing violence, nurturing potential, and building a safer, stronger New York City; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body commends the Office of Safety & Prevention Partnerships and Urban Village Mentoring upon the occasion of hosting The Key Awards, providing an inspiring space to honor unsung heroes and foster the next generation of community leaders; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate The Key Awards, to be held on June 3, 2025, and to applaud the Office of Safety & Prevention Partnerships and Urban Village Mentoring for their leadership in advancing positive change across our communities; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the organizers of The Key Awards.