(Minghui.org) May 13, 2022, was World Falun Dafa Day and the 30th anniversary of Falun Dafa’s introduction. Mayor Katherine Ross of the City of Snoqualmie proclaimed May 13 as Falun Dafa Day in the city.

This is the third proclamation that the city has issued to Falun Dafa, including 2007 and 2021.

Proclamation from Mayor Katherine Ross of the City of Snoqualmie

The proclamation reads, “Falun Dafa has helped millions improve their health and moral standards as well as deepen their understanding of life, the universe and virtuous ways of being through the practice of Falun Dafa.

“Falun Dafa transcends cultural and racial boundaries and contributes to the universal dream of a peaceful, tolerance and more compassionate society.

“Falun Dafa practitioners’ determination and courage to stand up for Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance under the most severe environment reminds us if the value of life and precious quality of human dignity.”

Background: What Is Falun Dafa?

Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong) was first introduced to the public by Mr. Li Hongzhi in Changchun, China, in 1992. The spiritual discipline is now practiced in over 100 countries and regions worldwide. Millions of people who have embraced the teachings—which are based on the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance—and learned the five exercises have experienced improved health and well-being.