Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Dr. Nkiru Nnawulezi for reappointment as a community representative member of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board, with her term set to end on July 20, 2028. This nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and is intended to enhance the board's efforts in addressing domestic violence issues within the District of Columbia. The Mayor has provided biographical information about Dr. Nnawulezi, highlighting her extensive experience and qualifications in the field of community psychology and domestic violence research.
The proposed resolution, titled the "Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board Dr. Nkiru Nnawulezi Confirmation Resolution of 2025," seeks the Council's confirmation of Dr. Nnawulezi's reappointment. The resolution outlines the process for confirmation and mandates that a copy be transmitted to both the nominee and the Office of the Mayor upon adoption. The legal sufficiency of the resolution has been reviewed and deemed unobjectionable by the Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor.