[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 126 (Wednesday, July 23, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E721]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE IGBO COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA, DALLES-FORT 
                                 WORTH

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                         HON. JASMINE CROCKETT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 23, 2025

  Ms. CROCKETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with great joy and honor to 
recognize the Igbo Community Association of Nigeria (ICAN) DFW and its 
annual Igbo Day Celebration.
  For over 25 years, ICAN DFW has played a pivotal role in preserving 
the rich customs, language, values, and traditions of the Igbo people, 
while also fostering cross-cultural understanding throughout the 
Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The annual Igbo Day Celebration is much 
more than a cultural gathering--it is a powerful celebration of 
identity.
  ICAN DFW has been instrumental in building bridges across 
communities, empowering families, and supporting generations of Igbo 
descendants as they navigate life in the diaspora. From cultural 
education and youth mentorship to advocacy and charitable outreach, 
ICAN DFW has consistently demonstrated what it means to lead with 
purpose and pride.
  The Igbo Day Celebration stands as a vibrant reminder of the strength 
and beauty of the Igbo spirit. It is a time to reflect on the Igbo 
heritage, honor ancestors, and inspire future generations to carry the 
legacy forward.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud of the Igbo Community Association of Nigeria 
DFW's continued dedication to cultural enrichment, community service, 
and social impact. Their efforts have not only strengthened the Igbo 
community but have enriched the broader Dallas- Fort Worth landscape. I 
congratulate them once again on this remarkable occasion and wish them 
continued success, growth, and many more milestones in the years ahead.

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