GA SR649

Georgia Senate Resolution 649 formally recognizes and commends Beatrice "Bea" Jackson for her dedicated service to the State of Georgia

Worked for DeKalb's Council on Aging after moving to Atlanta in 1978, where she helped organize Georgia's first Silver Haired Legislature

Served 23 years as Innovation Manager for the Northwest Georgia Girl Scout Council, creating the "Girls Are Great" outreach program that became a national model for Girl Scouts of USA

Currently serves as Executive Director of the Washington Street Community Center, developing it into a year-round program center for youth and families

Active community member as a charter member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority's Covington Area Alumni Chapter, Newton County Chamber of Commerce member, and participant at Saint Paul AME Church in Covington