Senate Resolution No. 1569

BY: Senator PARKER

COMMENDING Doris Douglas upon the occasion of
being named a Legacy Honoree by the National
Association of University Women, Brooklyn Branch, on
June 8, 2019

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
honor those distinguished citizens who would devote their life's work
and purpose to community service, contributing to the welfare of the
citizens of their communities and this great Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend Doris Douglas upon the occasion of being named a Legacy Honoree
by the National Association of University Women, Brooklyn Branch, to be
celebrated at its 65th Anniversary Scholarship and Awards Brunch on
Saturday, June 8, 2019, at Top Civic Center, Brooklyn; and

WHEREAS, Doris Douglas will receive this auspicious award in
recognition of her 50 or more years of steadfast and unwavering service
to the Brooklyn Branch of the National Association of University Women;
and

WHEREAS, Founded in 1910 and incorporated in 1924, the mission of
the National Association of University Women (NAUW) is to serve women,
youth and the disadvantaged in the communities of this Nation, as well
as in developing countries, by addressing educational issues, advancing
the status of women's issues, and strategically partnering with allied
organizations; and

WHEREAS, Doris Douglas has been a member of NAUW Brooklyn Branch
since the 1950s, and continues to be an active member, sharing her
wisdom and experience for more than six decades; she has served as Vice
President and President of this vital organization, and gone above and
beyond, opening her home to members for countless special events, such
as hosting Kwanzaa celebrations; and

WHEREAS, A retired educator, Doris Douglas served for more than 35
years as a teacher and administrator for the New York City Board of
Education; during this time, she chaired the Multicultural Committee in
District 19; upon retirement, she served as an educational consultant
for a private firm; and

WHEREAS, Doris Douglas received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English
from Hunter College, City University of New York; she went on to earn a
Master of Arts degree in Education from Hunter College, as well as a
master's degree in Administration and Supervision from Pace University;
and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by
individuals for the benefit of others which Doris Douglas has displayed
throughout her life; and

WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, David, and four
children, as well as three grandchildren, who have all shown her love
and support and rejoice in her many achievements; and

WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body
to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their
commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent
of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to
Doris Douglas, that future generations may know and appreciate her
admirable character, her many benevolent deeds, and the respect and
esteem in which she is held by her peers; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Doris Douglas upon the occasion of being named a Legacy Honoree
by the National Association of University Women, Brooklyn Branch; and be
it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Doris Douglas.