City of Wilmington
Delaware
Office of the Mayor
Proclamation:
WHEREAS, efforts to overcome the more serious problems facing the City of Wilmington are based on the principle, “If you want peace, work for justice,” and
WHEREAS, I have stated on many occasions that I am committed to helping Wilmington become “a just city where our aspirations can flourish and the means to reach them are available,” and
WHEREAS, reducing gun violence, providing safe, affordable housing for all, identifying and combating institutional racism, and addressing climate change are all priorities of City government as part of our effort to promote justice, equality, and strong, healthy neighborhoods, and
WHEREAS, Peace Week Delaware offers free, nonpartisan, collaborative, and peace and justice-building events that address issues facing our City, and promotes outreach and collaboration among those working for peace and justice, thereby increasing their effectiveness;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, MICHAEL S. PURSZYCKI,
Mayor of the City of Wilmington, Delaware, do hereby declare
October 8-16, 2022, as
PEACE WEEK DELAWARE
in Wilmington and encourage all residents to join with neighbors to participate in a week of events to promote harmony, equity and justice in our community.
