The resolution commemorates the life and contributions of Arturo J. Griffiths Jr., a dedicated community organizer and activist for the Latino community in Washington, D.C. Immigrating from Panama in 1964, Griffiths co-founded the Latin American Youth Center as a teenager, which continues to empower thousands of youth and families. He was also a labor organizer with SEIU International and founded Trabajadores Unidos de Washington D.C. to advocate for day laborers, particularly those from Central and South America. His efforts included creating the Afro-Latino Institute, organizing the Multicultural Leadership Summit, and mobilizing campaigns for youth employment and immigrant rights, notably the 2013 Drivers Safety Amendment Act.

The resolution recognizes Griffiths' lifelong commitment to uplifting youth, advocating for the working class, and supporting the immigrant community in D.C. It highlights his role as a beloved family member and community figure. The Council of the District of Columbia officially honors his legacy through this resolution, which takes effect immediately.