26-1271: A Proclamation Honoring the Celebration of Ashenda In Colorado

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A Proclamation Honoring the Celebration of Ashenda In Colorado

Summary

Proclamation No. 26-1271, passed by the Denver City Council on August 31, 2026, honors Ashenda, a Tigrayan holiday celebrating women, girls, sisterhood, cultural expression, and community. It recognizes the Colorado Tigray community’s contributions to Denver and the annual Ashenda Festival held at City of Axum Park. The proclamation also affirms Denver’s partnership with Denver-Axum Sister Cities and its support for cultural traditions, intergenerational learning, and international collaboration. It does not create new laws, funding, or government requirements. Instead, it formally acknowledges the festival and community, directs the City Clerk to affix Denver’s seal, and requires a copy to be sent to the president of the Tigray Community of Colorado.