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Florida: City of Winter Haven Proclaims Falun Dafa Day

May 27, 2021

(Minghui.org) May 13, 2021 is the 22nd World Falun Dafa Day and the 29th anniversary of Falun Dafa’s public introduction. Mayor Bradley T. Dantzler of the City of Winter Haven declared May 13, 2021 as Falun Dafa Day in the city. This is the 12th city in Florida which has issued a proclamation to honor the occasion.

Proclamation from Mayor Bradley T. Dantzler of the City of Winter Haven

The proclamation reads, “Falun Dafa, also known as Falun Gong, is an advanced traditional Qigong practice which aims to improve the mind, heart, and body of the practitioner through conscious self-improvement, gentle exercises, and meditation.”

“All Falun Dafa activities, including classes and practice, are offered by volunteers, are open to public, and are free of charge in Winter Haven and many other communities in Florida.”

Background: What is Falun Dafa?

Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong) was first introduced to the public by Mr. Li Hongzhi in Changchun, China in 1992. The spiritual discipline is now practiced in over 100 countries and regions worldwide. Millions of people have embraced the teachings—which are based on the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance as well as five gentle exercises—and experienced uplifted health and well-being.