Mourning the death of Dr. Elizabeth Nunez and honoring her remarkable life, literary contributions, and dedication to education and the promotion of Black writers

This Senate Resolution (J 198) expresses the New York State Legislature's condolences to the family and community of Dr. Elizabeth Nunez following her death on November 8, 2024, and honors her life and work. It specifically recognizes her contributions as a novelist, educator (teaching at Medgar Evers College and Hunter College), and co-founder of the National Black Writers Conference, highlighting her literary works and advocacy for Black writers. The resolution has no policy provisions or direct impact on constituents - it is a ceremonial expression of respect, adopted by the legislature on January 22, 2025.