WHEREAS, The Association Of African American Life And History (ASALH) is the founding organization of African American history month; and
WHEREAS, The Association of African American Life and History prides itself on it’s mission to promote, research, preserve, interpret and disseminate information concerning African American history and culture to the global community; and
WHEREAS, The Association Of African American Life And History was founded in 1915 by Carter G. Woodson, a Harvard trained scholar and international educator; and
WHEREAS, In 1929, the ASALH Philadelphia branch, also known as the “Flag Ship Branch” was founded by the late Judge Raymond Pace Alexander; and
WHEREAS, While the general public celebrates the numerous contributions of African Americans to the nation and the invaluable contributions of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, it is recognized that there remains much work to be done regarding race relations and equality for all citizens; and
WHEREAS, Because of the work of the ASALH, the designation of February as African American History Month has brought additional attention to the need for continued recognition and celebration of the role of African Americans in the history of the United States; and
WHEREAS, It is recognized that during the month of February, in cities and towns across the nation, a majority of citizens, children, schools, families, advocates, public and elected officials will participate in special events and activities to observe and recognize African American History Month; now therefore
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, That City Council Hereby Recognize, Honor, And Celebrate The Association Of African American Life And History — For Their Mission of Promoting, Researching, Preserving, Interpreting, and Disseminating Information Concerning African American History And Culture To The Global Community.
FURTHER RESOLVED, That an Engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to the Philadelphia Chapter of the Association of African American Life and History as further evidencing the sincere admiration and gratitude of this legislative body.
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