[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 172 (Thursday, October 19, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E995]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING THE MIDWEST ISMAILI ARTS FESTIVAL

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                       HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 19, 2023

  Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I rise today to recognize 
The Midwest Ismaili Arts Festival hosted by the Ismaili Council for the 
Midwestern United States. The Ismaili Arts Festival will be held at the 
Copernicus Center in Chicago, Illinois on Sunday, October 22, 2023.
  The Ismaili Arts Festival stands as a testament to the profound 
impact of the arts, serving as a platform for Ismaili artists to share 
their unique visions and creations with our community. This festival 
celebrates creativity, and promotes dialogue, diversity and 
understanding among residents of Illinois and visitors. These events 
elevate and illustrate the pluralistic values that are held by 
residents of Illinois and make Illinois a more vibrant and stronger 
community.
  This year, the Midwest Ismaili Arts Festival will bring together over 
200 Ismaili artists showcasing their artistic expression in the 
categories of performing arts, film festival and art gallery. The theme 
for this year's festival is ``care,'' in which the artists will explore 
their personal interconnectivity with care for the environment, care 
for one's heritage, and strengthening one's identity.
  I am proud of the Ismaili Council for Midwestern United States and 
the Midwest Ismaili Arts Festival organizers, Ismaili Artists and 
Ismaili Volunteers who dedicate their time, knowledge, and passion to 
promote the arts.
  On behalf of the residents of the 9th District of the State of 
Illinois, I proudly recognize the impact of the Ismaili Arts Festival 
and its contributions to the State of Illinois' arts and cultural stage 
and celebrate this showcase of Illinois' diversity and commitment to 
inclusion.

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