(Minghui.org) A Houston City Council member, a Ford Bend County judge, and the mayor of Missouri City, Texas, sent letters and proclamations to the Southern USA Falun Dafa Association to extend their congratulations for the 2026 World Falun Dafa Day, May 13.

They commended Falun Dafa for bringing peace and understanding to the local community, as well as benefiting the whole world.

Houston City Council Member: Falun Gong Practitioners Are an Example of Service, Discipline, and Unity

Houston Council Member Edward Pollard issued a certificate to the Southern USA Falun Dafa Association on May 13, 2026. (Minghui.org)

The certificate of recognition reads: “For three decades, Falun Dafa practitioners in Houston have contributed positively to the community through cultural outreach, wellness activities, civic participation, and efforts that promote peace, understanding, and mutual respect among all people.

“This recognition honors the dedication, resilience and peaceful example demonstrated by Falun Dafa practitioners in Houston and around the world through their continued commitment to compassion, freedom of belief, and community harmony.

“The Falun Dafa community continues to enrich the cultural fabric of Houston and serves as a meaningful example of service, discipline, and unity throughout our city.”

Fort Bend County Judge: Falun Dafa Practitioners Have Made Significant Contributions to Our Community

Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong (third on right) issued a proclamation to local Falun Gong practitioners on May 20. (Minghui.org)

Ford Bend County Judge Daniel Wong wrote in his proclamation: “Practitioners in Ford Bend County have made significant contributions to our community by offering free meditation instruction and wellness workshops in our parks, libraries, and community centers, providing residents with accessible tools for stress reduction and mental clarity.

“The Southern USA Falun Dafa Association fosters cultural enrichment and civic engagement through volunteer-led initiatives that promote physical health and a more harmonious, connected society.”

Mayor of Missouri City: Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance Has Benefited Millions Worldwide

Missouri City Mayor Robin J Elackatt proclaims May 13, 2026, “World Falun Dafa Day” in the city. (Minghui.org)

The mayor’s proclamation reads: “Falun Dafa practitioners in Missouri City and surrounding communities have contributed to the well-being of residents by offering free meditation instruction, wellness workshops and community activities in libraries, parks and other public spaces; and

“Falun Dafa has benefited millions worldwide through its principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance, and World Falun Dafa Day recognizes peace, resilience and freedom of belief;

“Now Therefore, I, Mayor Robin J Elackatt on behalf of the City Council and the citizens of Missouri City do hereby proclaim May 13, 2026, as World Falun Dafa Day in the City of Missouri City and encourage all residents to acknowledge the positive contributions of the Falun Dafa community.”