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NY J01573
Resolution
Status
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Parker
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AI Summary
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Honors the Young, Gifted, & Black Entrepreneurial Awards, a nonprofit founded in 2006 by Carl Gray that recognizes distinguished individuals of color for leadership and global impact
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Commemorates the organization's presentation of the Global Citizen Icon Award to Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo III on February 25, 2026
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Recognizes Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo III as the 26th King of the Akuapems (Okuapehene) in Ghana, who ascended to the throne on May 3, 2020
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Notes the honoree's education in Ghana and New York, including degrees from Westchester Community College and Mercy College, and professional experience in hospitality management in New York City
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Acknowledges his founding of the Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo Foundation (OKWAF), which provides healthcare, education, and employment support to underserved communities in Ghana's Eastern Region
Legislative Description
Honoring the Young, Gifted, & Black Entrepreneurial Awards for its continued commitment to celebrating cultural leadership, global citizenship, and community empowerment
Last Action
ADOPTED
2/10/2026