(Minghui.org) May 13, 2023, was the 31st anniversary of Falun Dafa’s public introduction and the 24th World Falun Dafa Day. To honor the occasion, the mayors of four Texas cities—Austin, Leander, Round Rock, and Pflugerville—declared May 13, 2023, “Falun Dafa Day” in their cities.

Proclamation from Mayor Kirk Watson of Austin

The proclamation from Mayor Kirk Watson of Austin reads, “Falun Dafa is a peaceful self-improvement practice rooted in ancient Chinese culture that centers around the universal principle of Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance. Falun Dafa has affected the lives of more than 100 million people in over 80 countries and has shown the world the value of life and the preciousness of human dignity.

“The founder of Falun Dafa, Mr. Li Hongzhi has helped millions across the world by improving their health and moral values through the practice of Falun Dafa.

“Falun Dafa practitioners are happily celebrating the 31st anniversary of World Falun Dafa Day on May 13, 2023, across the world, and the celebration also offer an appropriate time to recognize the Falun Dafa community in the Austin area for their great contribution to Austin’s cultural landscape.”

Proclamation from Mayor Christine DeLisle of the City of Leander

Proclamation from Mayor Craig Morgan of the City of Round Rock

Proclamation from Mayor Victor Gonzales of the City of Pflugerville