Senate Joint Resolution 578, sponsored by Akbari, recognizes and commends the Memphis-based organization UNAPOLOGETIC on its tenth anniversary. Founded in 2015 by IMAKEMADBEATS, UNAPOLOGETIC serves as a storytelling label and creative agency that promotes the arts and amplifies diverse voices within the community. The organization has created a platform where artists can express their individuality and vulnerability through various forms of art, including music, visual art, film, performance, and design. By challenging norms and celebrating authenticity, UNAPOLOGETIC has inspired a generation to embrace their uniqueness and has made a significant impact on the cultural landscape of Memphis.

The resolution highlights the importance of UNAPOLOGETIC's contributions to the arts and the community, emphasizing its role in fostering creativity and encouraging local talent. As the organization reflects on its achievements over the past decade, the resolution expresses the General Assembly's best wishes for its continued success. The resolution concludes with a directive for an appropriate copy to be prepared for presentation, acknowledging the significance of this milestone for UNAPOLOGETIC and the positive influence it has had on countless Tennesseans.