HomeMy WebLinkAbout047 Health for Humanity Yogathon Proclamtion - word - 01.16.2023
Proclamation
WHEREAS,
The City of Cupertino wishes to recognize the organization Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS) and its 16th annual Health for Humanity Yogathon campaign, held from January 14 to January 29
this year; and
WHEREAS,
HSS is a nonprofit organization focused on the importance and education of a healthy lifestyle, community service, character building, and more; and
WHEREAS,
HSS launched the Health for Humanity Yogathon in 2007 to create awareness about the ancient Hindu practice of yoga to promote the spiritual, mental, and physical well-being of all Americans;
and
WHEREAS,
The Health for Humanity Yogathon invites everyone to participate and achieve healthy lifestyles regardless of their backgrounds; last year, more than 8,000 people from 36 states participated
to work towards a healthy body, mind, and spirit; and
WHEREAS,
The City Council recognizes that this campaign comes at a time when it is especially important for all persons to focus on good physical and mental health as we continue to navigate
the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
THEREFORE,
I, Mayor Hung Wei, and the Cupertino City Council do hereby join HSS to proclaim our recognition and appreciation for the annual
Health for Humanity Yogathon
and thank the local Cupertino Chapter of HSS for its continued efforts in preserving and promoting ancient heritage and cultural values in our community, while also encouraging healthy,
creative, and therapeutic lifestyles in the City of Cupertino.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Cupertino to be affixed this Monday, January Sixteenth, Two Thousand and Twenty Three.
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Hung Wei
Mayor