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Montgomery County Council issues proclamation recognizing local National Pan Hellenic Council chapter
Summary
The Montgomery County Council presented a proclamation honoring the Montgomery County chapter of the National Pan Hellenic Council (NPHC), noting 14 affiliated alumni chapters and the organizations' community service, scholarship and civic leadership during Black History Month.
The Montgomery County Council presented a proclamation Feb. 20 recognizing the Montgomery County chapter of the National Pan Hellenic Council (NPHC) for its community service, scholarship programs and civic engagement.
The proclamation, read during a Black History Month event by Council Member Lori Ann Sales and Council Vice President Will Jawando, noted that 14 alumni chapters represent the “Divine Nine” organizations in Montgomery County and praised their roles in mentorship, scholarships and community programs. “For over a century ... we have done so much for each other, but also for a country that always didn't value our work and our labor and our service,” Jawando said during remarks introducing the proclamation.
David Harris, president of the National Pan Hellenic Council of Montgomery County, thanked the council and staff for the luncheon and the proclamation. “It is such a pleasure to be here,” Harris said. The proclamation text, read during the meeting, traces the council’s recognition to the NPHC’s founding in 1930 and lists the affiliated organizations by name.
The resolution states the County Council “hereby honors and recognizes the substantial contributions of the Montgomery County chapter of the National Pan Hellenic Council for their enduring contributions to social justice, educational advancement, and community empowerment.” The read text cites the organizations’ historical role in leadership development and civic engagement and references national figures associated with Black civic leadership.
The presentation was framed as a recognition and celebration during Black History Month; no formal appointment or additional council action was recorded at the time of the proclamation.
The council thanked members of the NPHC and council staff for organizing the luncheon and recognition and closed the presentation portion before moving on to the remainder of the agenda.
