LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Malik Nadeem Abid upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition by the American Council of
Minority Women

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Malik Nadeem Abid upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the American Council of Minority Women on Monday, August
29, 2011; and
WHEREAS, This special event will take place at the Third Annual Chand
Raat Bazaar, Coney Island, New York; and
WHEREAS, Malik Nadeem Abid is a devoted community advocate from New
York where he has been living since 1996; for over 15 years, he has been
serving immigrant communities of New York as a volunteer in different
capacities and on different projects, including community empowerment,
legal & immigration issues, family counseling, healthcare education,
civic rights, senior services and youth activities; in addition, he has
created numerous job opportunities in the healthcare field for minori-
ties; and
WHEREAS, By being a senior Healthcare Executive, Malik Nadeem Abid has
made a difference in the lives of thousands of under-privileged families
by providing much needed health insurance; he has also organized several
healthcare education seminars advising the communities about prevailing
diseases and preventions and he has arranged several free health screen-
ing clinics in various communities; and
WHEREAS, In July of 2008, Americhoice by UnitedHealthcare honored
Malik Nadeem Abid with its 2008 Shining Star Award for his devoted and
dedicated services along with exceeding expectations; he has tirelessly
worked to establish the office of UnitedHealthcare in the Midwood
section of Brooklyn to ensure that the quality healthcare is made avail-
able for under-privileged; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Valley Stream, New York, Malik Nadeem Abid has
been supporting several Senior Centers throughout New York City and on
Long Island and has been personally involved in establishing the first
ever Adult Social Daycare Center for the Muslim population in South
Brooklyn; and
WHEREAS, Malik Nadeem Abid also serves as member of the National Coun-
cil of Fellowship of Reconciliation (FORUSA.ORG) to promote peace and
harmony among different religious and ethnic communities; he is also
co-founder and member of the national board of American Council of
Minority Women, helping build awareness about their rights and available
programs to its under-served population; and
WHEREAS, Malik Nadeem Abid is also New York Chapter President of Amer-
ican Muslim Voice Foundation and also sits on AMV Foundation's National
Board; in 2008, he organized AMV's Annual Open House in New York, an
inter-faith community get-together at his home on Long Island which was
attended by more than 300 people from different religious and cultural
backgrounds, promoting peace and harmony among the community; and
WHEREAS, Most recently, Malik Nadeem Abid has been appointed by Nassau
County as the Commissioner of Human Rights; and

WHEREAS, A true asset to society, Malik Nadeem Abid's distinguished
record merits the recognition and respectful tribute of this Legislative
Body; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Malik Nadeem Abid upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the American Council of Minority Women; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Malik Nadeem Abid.