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LA SR5
Resolution
AI Summary
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Louisiana Senate commends Archbishop/Dr. Joyce Turner Keller, a Slaughter, Louisiana native, for her dedication to HIV/AIDS education, advocacy, and combating stigma and discrimination
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Diagnosed with HIV in 2001 following a violent attack in 1995, she became an outspoken advocate and has testified before congressional groups in Washington, D.C. multiple times
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Founded Travelers of Christ Evangelistic Ministry (interdenominational faith organization) and Aspirations (nonprofit focused on youth education regarding violence prevention, self-esteem, and HIV/AIDS awareness)
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Received doctorate in theology in 2009 from Belle Glades Theological Center and has conducted faith-based missions in Africa for human rights and health advocacy
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Recognized nationally with the Honoree Champion for Children Award from Children's Defense Fund (2011), profiled in Positive Aware Magazine, and nominated for L'Oréal Paris Woman of the Year 2009 Award
Legislative Description
Commends Arch-Bishop/Dr. Joyce Turner Keller for her twenty-four years of commitment to combating HIV/AIDS stigma and discrimination.
COMMENDATIONS
Last Action
Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 4/17/2025.
4/22/2025