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Happy Juneteenth! To learn more about why the effective end of slavery in the United States came several years AFTER the Emancipation Proclamation, check out this article from the National Museum of African American History and Culture: https://lnkd.in/gfss6-ku

The concept of freedom & the hard history of slavery can be tough for kids to grasp. As we approach #Juneteeth, Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture has age-appropriate activities, books, and historical resources to support young children’s understanding & celebration of Juneteenth: https://lnkd.in/gUn_YEMd

#Juneteenth, a monumental day in American history and a reminder of the journey towards social justice, as well as equal opportunity. Learn more about the history of Juneteenth, here: Juneteenth | National Museum of African American History and Culture (nmaahc.si.edu/juneteenth)

Harvest Insights is closed today for Juneteenth, but I feel like not everyone knows the significance of what we celebrate today. This is a brief summary from the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the Smithsonian.

Juneteenth is America’s Second Independence Day. To learn more, here’s a short but informative article from The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture

It’s important for our communities to recognize and celebrate the diverse histories and cultures that have contributed to our nation. And one day of profound historical significance and celebration is Juneteenth. In this article, we’ll explore the history of Juneteenth, why it’s important and why we celebrate it. LINK: https://lnkd.in/gGXHTRuj

It’s important for our communities to recognize and celebrate the diverse histories and cultures that have contributed to our nation. And one day of profound historical significance and celebration is Juneteenth. In this article, we’ll explore the history of Juneteenth, why it’s important and why we celebrate it. LINK: https://lnkd.in/gGXHTRuj

#DidYouKnow Juneteenth’s historical roots trace back to 1865? While officially recognized as a national holiday in 2021, June 19 has held significant meaning in American history for much longer. Check out this article from The New York Times to learn about the history of #JuneteenthIndependenceDay, how it’s celebrated across the country and its contemporary significance: https://lnkd.in/dQP3RmM #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #EmancipationDay

A simple way to incorporate this idea into personal study or corporate worship is to learn/teach a short history of Juneteenth. Check out the Juneteenth digital toolkit curated by The National Museum of African American History. (https://lnkd.in/e8ecCSrz)

I speak of lynching a lot when it comes to professional spaces. It triggers some people, but there are numerous parallels to the atrocities that occurred during the US Civil Rights Movement and what continues to occur in supposed professional spaces. I use this word because no one goes to work to get slaughtered. Employees expect to be safe or at least move through an equitable process that allows them to share their truths and seek justice when rules aren't followed. Some points I've observed: 1. People who lynch people in professional spaces think they will not be punished for their actions, otherwise the wouldn’t attempt to be so evil. 2. Systems often uphold the heinous acts of harm against employees despite evidence that confirms a workplace lynching has occurred. 3. People who witness lynchings at work often remain silent for fear of retaliation or harm to them in the same way someone was lynched. I define professional lynchings and other terms in this popular 2023 #StopPlayingDiversity podcast episode. Stay safe in these workplace streets, friends. https://lnkd.in/gH8Cc2Eu