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The commission is authorized to study, recognize and share information on Arab heritage, culture and history as it relates to Americans of Arab ancestry and their contributions to the ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app. The commission also provides expertise to the Department of Education in an effort to develop content and curriculum guides on the heritage, culture and history of Americans of Arab ancestry to both public and non-public schools in the effort to promote tolerance and respect for all citizens of the state. The commission will also assist the Department of State in the coordination of events that recognize and share Arab American culture and heritage with the observance of Arab heritage month in April of each year.

This Foundation is established as a non-profit organization devoted to developing and coordinating state wide programs that recognize the continuing contributions of Asian Americans to the ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app. The Board of Trustees will be responsible for the establishment of guidelines and By-Laws setting forth the structure, offices, powers and duties of the foundation. Observance of various heritage, cultural and historic events will be coordinated by the Foundation in recognition of those Americans of Asian ancestry. The Foundation members will have representative from several state agencies that will foster collaboration to enrich education and promote tourism and economic development between the ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app and the countries of Asia.

Commission on American Indian Affairs - website

The Commission serves as a liaison among the tribes and the State and Federal governments. It is empowered to develop programs and projects to further understanding of New Jersey's American Indian history and culture.

The Ethnic Advisory Council is comprised of members appointed by the Governor to make recommendations regarding issues on ethnic studies and programs offered in public schools, colleges and the State University. The Council is also responsible for increasing the participation of ethnic organizations in governmental affairs; providing community and social services; promoting ethnic and cultural events; providing expertise on polices that may impact ethnic communities and increase public awareness of the rich ethnic history and culture of the state.

Hellenic American Heritage Commission - website

The Commission is authorized to study, recognize and share information on Hellenic heritage, culture and history as it relates to Americans of Hellenic ancestry and their contributions to the ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app. The Commission coordinates an annual Hellenic Heritage Month celebration in March and provides expertise to the Department of Education for the development of content and curriculum guides for the study of Hellenic culture within the State’s Core Curriculum Content Standards in Social Studies. The Commission is also authorized to assist the New Jersey Tourism Policy Council in promoting cultural exchanges and to assist the Office of International Trade in promoting economic development between the citizens of the ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½app and the nations of Greece and Cyprus.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission - website

The mission of the New Jersey Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission is to raise public awareness of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s ideals and philosophy.

Governor Murphy established the Asian American Pacific Islander Commission (AAPI) within the Department of State. The commission is charged with developing policies to address the social and economic needs of the growing Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in New Jersey.

New Jersey Puerto Rico Commission - website

The New Jersey Puerto Rico Commission was established under A4188, which was signed into law by Governor Murphy on January 9, 2020. Established in the wake of Hurricane Maria, which took a devastating toll on the island of Puerto Rico, the Commission will serve to maintain and improve ties with the government and people of Puerto Rico.

Purpose:
The New Jersey-India Commission was established by Governor Phil Murphy to deepen existing ties and forge new partnerships between New Jersey and India.

Mission:
The people of New Jersey and India have shared a strong bond for generations. With the New Jersey-India Commission, we are working to strengthen that bond even further by promoting new economic, educational, and cultural opportunities between our two regions. New Jersey is proud to be home to one of the largest Indian American populations in the United States. And India, as one of the most populous countries in the world with one of the fastest-growing economies, will continue to be a vital trade and investment partnership for New Jersey in the decades to come. Through the New Jersey-India Commission, we are working to deepen ties and promote long-term growth and prosperity – both in New Jersey and India.

New Jersey-Israel Commission - website

The mission of the New Jersey-Israel Commission is to foster economic, scientific, educational and cultural ties with the State of Israel, one of New Jersey's most important trading partners.