[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 174 (Tuesday, October 21, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E985-E986]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING FATIMAH HANIF

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 21, 2025

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Fatimah Hanif, 
an inspiring community leader, educator, and advocate whose work in 
mindfulness, mental health, and youth empowerment has made a lasting 
impact on the City of Vallejo and the State of California.

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Ms. Hanif is the founder of I Maintain, LLC., a company dedicated to 
personal growth, empowerment, and holistic wellness. She is also the 
author of a powerful book on self-journey and transformation, sharing 
her story and insight to uplift others navigating life's challenges. As 
Director of Mindfulness and Restorative Practices at Watch Me Grow, 
Inc. in Vallejo, Ms. Hanif integrates restorative approaches into youth 
and community programs that promote emotional wellness, conflict 
resolution, and resilience. Each month, she leads a free community 
sound bath at the Vallejo Library, creating a space for collective 
healing while also providing vital resources in mental health awareness 
and suicide prevention. Ms. Hanif has also collaborated with 
prestigious institutions such as Brown University, the University of 
Connecticut, and Compass Youth Collaborative, contributing her 
expertise to research and programming that promote youth leadership and 
trauma-informed practices. As an alumna of the Parent Leadership 
Training Initiative, she now serves as one of its Program Coordinators, 
continuing to empower parents as advocates and change-makers. Through 
her work, Ms. Hanif has demonstrated a deep and abiding commitment to 
the healing and empowerment of her community. Her vision, compassion, 
and leadership continue to inspire transformation and hope across 
Solano County and the greater Bay Area. On behalf of the people of 
California's 8th Congressional District. I am proud to recognize 
Fatimah Hanif for her extraordinary contributions to wellness, 
education, and community empowerment.

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