A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 18 – OCTOBER 24, 2026 AS “UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK” IN THE CITY OF POMONA WHEREAS, the City of Pomona is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and safe community where every person is treated with dignity, fairness, and respect, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or other characteristics; and WHEREAS, hate, bias, discrimination, and intolerance threaten the well-being of individuals and families, undermine community trust, and weaken the values of equity, inclusion, and mutual respect that strengthen our communities; and WHEREAS, the United Against Hate Week campaign embodies our collective commitment to foster an environment where every resident can live, work, and flourish without fear of hatred; and WHEREAS, it requires intentional effort from each individual to cultivate inclusive and compassionate environments in every corner of the city to increase understanding and empathy; and WHEREAS, by joining with our fellow California cities, we send a resounding message that we are united in our resolve to combat hate and promote acceptance; and WHEREAS, when we work together against hate, we can restore respect and civil discourse and embrace the strength of diversity to build a more inclusive city in which every individual feels valued and respected.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the City of Pomona does hereby proclaim October 18 – October 24, 2026, “United Against Hate Week” and encourages all residents, community organizations, educational institutions, businesses, and civic leaders to join in rejecting hate, confronting intolerance, and promoting kindness, understanding, and inclusion throughout our community. “United Against Hate Week”
Dated this 19th day of October 2026