LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring the Women's Interfaith Institute of the
Finger Lakes in Seneca Falls, New York, upon the occasion of celebrating
its 10th Anniversary

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 the
Women's Interfaith Institute of the Finger Lakes in Seneca Falls, New
York, upon the occasion of celebrating its 10th Anniversary, to be cele-
brated on Friday, August 17, 2012; and
WHEREAS, In addition to this most auspicious occasion, the Women's
Interfaith Institute of the Berkshires will be celebrating its 20th
Anniversary; and
WHEREAS, The Women's Interfaith Institute focuses on women's empower-
ment for the world's betterment; and
WHEREAS, Inspired by those who came before them, today's women of The
Women's Interfaith Institute work to support other women of diverse
faiths in generating spiritual leadership, scholarship and service; and
WHEREAS, The Women's Interfaith Institute is committed to bringing
peace to life and to promoting pluralism, dialogue and understanding
through all the gatherings, celebrations, seminars, workshops, retreats,
and conferences it offers; and
WHEREAS, The Women's Interfaith Institute was founded in the Berkshire
Hills of Western Massachusetts in 1992, under the leadership of Dr.
Allison Stokes; and
WHEREAS, After Dr. Allison Stokes moved to New York, she organized the
Institute's Finger Lakes affiliate in 2002; in February of 2003, the
Institute in the Finger Lakes purchased the historic church next door to
the Women's Rights National Historical Park; and
WHEREAS, Although the two non-profit organizations are incorporated
separately, they share the common mission: Women supporting women of
diverse faiths in generating spiritual leadership, scholarship and
service; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor the Women's Interfaith Institute of the Finger Lakes in Seneca
Falls, New York, upon the occasion of celebrating its 10th Anniversary;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Women's Interfaith Institute of the Finger Lakes.