WHEREAS, the City of Providence on this day partners with the Peace Flag Project in observing September as
the Month of Peace in Providence, a celebration that includes a Peace Walk commencing at India Point Park in Providence on September 21st, giving the general public an opportunity to demonstrate a commitment to peace, locally and globally; and
WHEREAS, the United Nations proclaimed an International Day of Peace in 1981 to be "devoted to commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and peoples," the issue and idea of peace underscoring humanity's deepest hopes and representing an expression of unity and harmony, most ardently embraced during this time of intractable divisions and conflict around the world; and
WHEREAS, the Month of Peace is strengthened by the participation of local organizations such as the Institute for the Study and Practice of Nonviolence, Kids for Peace Rhode Island, URI's Center for Nonviolence and Peace Studies, Rhode Island for Community & Justice, American Friends Service Committee, the Lions Club and many others, expanding awareness of this special monthlong celebration; and
WHEREAS, the residents of Providence join me, Ms. Ginny Fox of the Peace Flag Project and advocates of peace
at home and abroad in highlighting the Month of Peace in honor of the United Nations International Day of Peace, urging all citizens to be part of this noble initiative and to work, in whatever individual capacity they can, toward converting humanity's noblest aspirations for world peace into practical reality for future generations;
Now, Therefore, Do I, Angel Taveras, Mayor Of The City of Providence,
Hereby Proclaim September, 2013The Month of Peace
in the City of Providence.