NY J02675

Commends Global Kids for hosting its 3rd Annual Teen Battle Chef Challenge on June 6, 2024, at 730 Concourse Village W, Bronx, New York

Recognizes Global Kids' 35-year history since its 1989 founding by educator Carole Artigiani to develop youth leadership and civic participation in underserved communities

Acknowledges Teen Battle Chef program, launched in 2020 and now operating in six middle schools across New York City through DYCD-funded after-school programs, which teaches healthy eating and cultural history through cuisine

Notes Global Kids has reached over 100,000 young people through direct services and peer education activities with recognition for international education, digital media programming, and youth development

Directs transmission of this resolution to Global Kids