REMARKS
Speaker Adams recognizes various observances and commemorations
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Speaker Adams acknowledges several important observances and commemorations, highlighting their significance to New York City's diverse communities and ongoing social issues.
- Recognizes Barbados National Day on November 30th
- Observes World AIDS Day on December 1st
- Commemorates Special Education Day on December 2nd
- Acknowledges International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3rd
- Emphasizes the importance of accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities in New York City
Adrienne E. Adams
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May his memory be a blessing.
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November 30th was Barbados National Day, which celebrates the country's independence from Britain over after over 360 years as a British colony.
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The Bayesian community has contributed so much life and culture to New York City, and I wish Bayesians across our city a wonderful day of celebration.
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We observed world AIDS day on December 1st.
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This day is an opportunity for us to reaffirm our steadfast commitment to people living with HIV and AIDS and remember those we have lost to AIDS related illnesses.
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Established in 1988, World AIDS Day served as an important reminder about the importance of our united mission to eradicate HIV and AIDS.
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December 2nd was special education day, which commemorates the signing of the individuals with disabilities education act into law in 1975.
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It is critical that we provide students with disabilities with the effective and sustained services they need to to succeed.
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Additionally, November, December 3rd was International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a day to honor our disability community and advocate for further accessibility.
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Approximately 1 in 4 people in New York have a disability.
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To access our full potential as a society, it is imperative that we push for increased accessibility and prioritize inclusion so that people with disabilities can participate fully in our society and lead independent lives with dignity and respect.
