House Joint Resolution 543 honors Joi Wasill for her exemplary contributions to education and community service, recognizing her receipt of the Strong and Courageous Award from Welch College. As the president and director of Resource Development for DCO, she has dedicated over twenty-three years to providing sexual risk avoidance and abstinence education to more than 280,000 students across multiple states. With a background in education that spans over three decades, Mrs. Wasill is not only a licensed teacher in Tennessee but also a certified Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Specialist, showcasing her commitment to youth education and well-being.

In addition to her professional achievements, Joi Wasill has been actively involved in various educational and community organizations, earning numerous accolades such as the Young Educator of the Year Award and the Angel in Adoption Award from the Congressional Coalition on Adoption. She is recognized for her leadership and influence in Sumner County, where she has made a significant impact through her faith and dedication to helping others. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's congratulations and best wishes for her continued success.