[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 39 (Thursday, March 3, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H1278]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING REGINA JACKSON

  (Ms. LEE of California asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. LEE of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
retirement of Ms. Regina Jackson, a phenomenal leader and constituent 
and a very good friend, after over 27 years of service as president and 
CEO of the East Oakland Youth Development Center.
  Ms. Jackson's involvement with EOYDC began in 1984 when, as a 
graduate of the Coro Fellowship graduate program in public affairs, she 
was invited to serve on the board of directors. Ms. Jackson has made it 
her mission to invest in our children and has dedicated herself to this 
work.
  A key part of her mission at EOYDC has been inspiring our youth to 
perform at high levels by providing a safe, nurturing environment where 
young people could grow and thrive.
  In addition, her contributions to our community are magnificent. She 
is a global thought leader for youth development. The International 
Diplomacy Council has sought her expertise to counsel agencies across 
the world. Recently, with the support of my office and local East Bay 
organizations, Ms. Jackson led two delegations of students to China for 
a cross-cultural exchange.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the 13th Congressional District of 
California, I commend Ms. Jackson for her tireless service and 
dedication and wish her well in this new chapter of her life.

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