Senate Resolution No. 1591

BY: Senator COMRIE

HONORING Sister Johnna Muhammad upon the occasion
of her designation for special recognition by the
National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens
County, on June 2, 2019

WHEREAS, The unity of our State and Nation is built upon the
compassion of individuals such as Sister Johnna Muhammad who uphold the
values of community life and who, through their great actions, epitomize
the best of humanity; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Sister
Johnna Muhammad upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens County,
to be celebrated at its 32nd Annual Black & White Awards Banquet:
"Women's Empowerment, Legacy, Reclamation and Renewal" on Sunday, June
2, 2019, at Antun's, Queens Village, New York; and

WHEREAS, Sister Johnna Muhammad serves as the New York City Muslim
Girls Training (MGT) and General Civilization Class (GCC) Sister Captain
of the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan; and

WHEREAS, After joining the Nation of Islam as a teenager, Sister
Johnna Muhammad quickly rose through the ranks and has since been active
in all aspects of the Mosque; she began her journey as a Drill
Instructor in Plainfield, New Jersey, from 1978 to 1981; and

WHEREAS, The discipline she gained in this capacity made Sister
Johnna Muhammad a perfect fit for her role as a NOI Vanguard Captain,
teaching and training young women between the ages of 16 and 35; and

WHEREAS, Sister Johnna Muhammad became the New York City MGT Captain
in 1999, training all women who accept the teachings of The Most
Honorable Elijah Muhammad; this training includes, child rearing,
housekeeping, caring for spouse, cooking, sewing and etiquette; and

WHEREAS, In addition to her steadfast and unwavering service to New
York City, Sister Johnna Mohammad advocates for women in Islam across
the eastern region and the Nation, counseling women on marriage, career
choices, education and wellness; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Sister Johnna Muhammad has
displayed throughout her life; 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
Sister Johnna Muhammad, 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
honor Sister Johnna Muhammad upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Queens
County, on June 2, 2019; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Sister Johnna Muhammad.