27-0019: Subject: Honoring Nicia De’Lovely From: Councilmember Ramachandran Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Honoring The Life And Legacy Of Nicia De’Lovely, An Acclaimed Oakland Poet, Performer, And Activist, For Her Efforts Uplifting Those Impacted By Abuse And Violence, Through Compassionate Community Service And Artistic Voice

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Subject: Honoring Nicia De’Lovely From: Councilmember Ramachandran Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Honoring The Life And Legacy Of Nicia De’Lovely, An Acclaimed Oakland Poet, Performer, And Activist, For Her Efforts Uplifting Those Impacted By Abuse And Violence, Through Compassionate Community Service And Artistic Voice

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The Oakland City Council resolution honors the life and legacy of Nicia De’Lovely, an Oakland poet, performer, author, activist, and community servant who died June 30, 2026. It recognizes her survivor-centered art, advocacy, and service addressing abuse, sexual violence, homelessness, poverty, and trauma. Her work included founding The Lovely Nest, leading creative and healing programs, supporting Black women and girls, serving in social services and at BOSS, and contributing to Oakland cultural institutions. The resolution formally commemorates her contributions and designates the week of September 21, 2026, as “Nicia De’Lovely Week,” encouraging residents to celebrate her work and continue her commitment to healing, justice, and community care.