(Minghui.org) May 13, 2023 is the 31st anniversary of Falun Dafa’s public introduction and the 24th World Falun Dafa Day. Katherine M. Sheehan, Mayor of the City of Albany, the capital of New York, and Gary R. McCarthy, mayor of the City of Schenectady, proclaimed May 13, 2023 as Falun Dafa Day in their cities.

Mayor Katherine M. Sheehan of the City of AlbanyProclamation from Mayor Katherine M. Sheehan of the City of Albany

The proclamation from Mayor Sheehan reads, “Since 1992, over 100 million people worldwide have become healthier, happier, and more altruistic through their practice of Falun Dafa, and World Falun Dafa Day is a recognition of the benefits that this practice has brought to our society.

“For many, Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong) has allowed them to experience dramatic health benefits as well as newfound energy, mental clarity, and stress relief. New Yorkers have benefits from the practice and many have found it to be life-changing for the better in family, school and career. 

“Falun Dafa practitioners all over the world have dedicated countless hours to their communities in organizing free meditation classes, Chinese cultural production of music and dance, and participating in local events. They are also actively working to bring about a peaceful resolution to the persecution of Falun Gong in China, and improve the future of the world’s most populous country.” 

Mayor Gary R. McCarthy of the City of SchenectadyProclamation from Mayor Gary R. McCarthy of the City of Schenectady

The proclamation from Mayor McCarthy reads, “Falun Dafa has touched the lives of local residents during this difficult time by offering exercise instruction and health information through free on-line workshops.”