[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 50 (Tuesday, March 18, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E226-E227]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              CELEBRATING THE 75TH BIRTHDAY OF GLADYS DIJI

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                        HON. TIMOTHY M. KENNEDY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 18, 2025

  Mr. KENNEDY of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and 
celebrate the 75th birthday of Ms. Gladys Diji, who is a shining 
example of resilience, grace, and unwavering dedication to her family, 
community, and profession. Her life's journey has been dedicated to 
bettering the lives of those around her.
  Born on February 14, 1950, in Clarion, Pennsylvania, Ms. Diji has 
spent a lifetime inspiring others with her strength and compassion. She 
is the proud mother of three daughters and one stepson, and the 
cherished grandmother of twelve grandchildren, eighteen great-
grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Beyond her impressive 
professional and community contributions, Ms. Diji is known for her 
deep love of family and her passion for hosting family gatherings. Her 
matriarchal role is the cornerstone of her family's unity, and her 
wisdom continues to guide them across five generations.
  A registered professional nurse and clinical nursing instructor, Ms. 
Diji's career is a testament to her love of healthcare and education. 
She earned her Master of Science degree in Community Health Nursing 
from D'Youville University in Buffalo, New York, and has served in 
numerous roles, including as an adjunct clinical professor at 
D'Youville University. Throughout her career, she has impacted the 
lives of many through her work in mental health, substance abuse, and 
chronic illness care, as well as her contributions to nursing 
education. In her retirement, she also served as a Community Liaison 
for my office in the New York State Senate, where she helped the 
constituents of the 63rd Senate District with various issues they were 
facing and attended many community events and meetings as my 
representative.
  Ms. Diji's dedication to community service is equally impressive. She 
has served on

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boards, supported initiatives for cultural diversity, and been an 
active member of organizations such as the National Black Nurses 
Association and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Ms. Gladys Diji, a woman of 
poise and resilience, whose influence extends to her beloved family and 
community. On this milestone birthday, we celebrate her extraordinary 
life, her enduring legacy, and the profound impact she has made on all 
who know her.

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