Jon Burns, Speaker of the House | Official U.S. House headshot
Jon Burns, Speaker of the House | Official U.S. House headshot
State Representative Kim Schofield, along with the Georgia African Legislative Caucus, will host Her Majesty Queen Olori Atuwatse III of The Kingdom of Warri from Delta State, Nigeria. The event is scheduled for Monday, March 10, 2025, at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta. During her visit, a group photo will be taken on the South Wing Steps of the State Capitol.
The visit aims to foster cultural and economic collaboration between Georgia and African leadership. "We are deeply honored to host Her Majesty Queen Olori Atuwatse III and celebrate her unwavering dedication to Africa’s progress," said Rep. Schofield. She added that the visit highlights the importance of building bridges between Africa and Georgia to encourage partnerships that drive economic and cultural prosperity.
Queen Olori Atuwatse III serves as CEO of We Elevate Africa: The Africa We See Initiative, which supports Africa's development through innovation, leadership, and strategic partnerships. Her visit underscores efforts to promote discussions on economic empowerment, cultural exchange, and global collaboration between Georgia and African nations.
The reception will also serve as a platform to strengthen ties between Georgia’s African American community and the African continent while exploring potential collaborations in business, education, and policy initiatives.
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