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Jen Murray was recognized by the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors in June 2023.
By the initiative of Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson and Supervisor Peter Burgelis, some forty individuals and organizations were recognized by the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors and presented citations in a special meeting on June 22, 2023. "Today, we recommit Milwaukee County to supporting and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community, celebrating those who make a substantial positive impact on the LGBTQ+ community in Milwaukee County," Supervisor Burgelis stated. "Today we are making up for lost time. We have dozens of people to recognize, not because so much has been done in the past year, but because decades and even years ago, there was little to no recognition of the LGBTQ+ community. I am thankful to work with a Chairperson who enables our County Board to honor these well-deserving individuals."
Recognitions were made in the categories of "Community Leaders and Activists," "Government Leaders," "Business and Cultural Leaders," and "Health and Wellness Leaders". Murray's citation (in which they are largely self-described) read as follows:
- WHEREAS, Jen Murray is the Founder and CEO of the High Vibe Healing collective, is a visionary leader dedicated to creating a heart-connected equitable world, and has devoted over 17 years to harnessing potential within LGBTQ+ youth, from planning LGBTQ+ cultural celebrations to coaching around LGBTQ+ coming out and disclosure; and
- WHEREAS, Jen Murray draws on their background in Public Health Policy and Administration to leverage equity practices that foster a sense of belonging for both individuals and communities, promoting sustainable change through relational regenerative practices for integrated health and collective healing; and
- WHEREAS, Jen Murray exemplifies that the power within can cultivate well-being, and works with heart-centered leaders, employee resource groups, DEI Collectives, and white accountability communities to effect systemic change that promotes wellness and belonging; and
- WHEREAS, Jen Murray received the inaugural Shepherd Express Progress LGBTQ+ Educator of the Year Award in 2021, and is actively involved in the review committee for LGBTQ+ scholarships with the Cream City Foundation, showcasing their commitment to fostering educational opportunities and empowerment for the LGBTQ+ community; and
- WHEREAS, Jen Murray has presented on topics of LGBTQ+ inclusivity locally, regionally, nationally, and globally, and uses their influential voice to connect communities and promote mindfulness, gender justice, authenticity, and anti-racist praxis; and
- WHEREAS, Jen Murray continues to serve as a strong advocate for Milwaukee County's LGBTQ+ community, and is committed to promoting equity, acceptance, and visibility for all; now, therefore
- BE IT RESOLVED, the members of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors, on the motion of Supervisor Peter Burgelis, along with Supervisors Ryan Clancy, Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, Willie Johnson, Jr., Juan Miguel Martinez, Shawn Rolland, Steven Shea, Liz Sumner, Sequanna Taylor, and Sheldon A. Wasserman, do hereby commend Jen Murray for their dedicated efforts and contributions to the LGBTQ+ community, and wish them prosperity, happiness, and continued success in all their personal and professional endeavors.
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2023 County Citation
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