✊🏾 Celebrating Juneteenth ✊🏾 This Juneteenth, we commemorate the end of slavery in the United States and honor the strength and resilience of the Black community. At Dallas County, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and advocating for equity and justice. Join us in recognizing this significant day and reflecting on the progress made, as well as the work still needed to ensure freedom and equality for all. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #DCHR
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🔴⚫️🟢 Today is Juneteenth, the commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. It's a day to celebrate freedom, reflect on racial injustice, educate ourselves and raise awareness by having important conversations. Here are few conversation starters to honor the day: 1. Share stories of resilience: Discuss important stories of people who played a significant role in the emancipation journey. 2. Discuss the significance of freedom: How can we continue to advocate for equality and justice today? 3. Explore the history: What happened on Juneteenth? Did the Juneteenth Order free any slaves? Why was the Juneteenth Order issued? 4. Personal connections: How has your family commemorated this day in the past, or how do you envision celebrating it in the future? 5. Acts of solidarity: Discuss ways to support and uplift the Black community. How can we actively contribute to a more inclusive and equitable society beyond Juneteenth? #ConversationsMatter #JuneteenthDialogue #AllTogether
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June 19th is a significant milestone in American history that marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865. This day, also known as Freedom Day, commemorates the moment when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, bringing the news of freedom to those who had been enslaved, over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Here are a few meaningful ways to observe Juneteenth: Support Black-Owned Businesses: Contribute to the economic empowerment of the Black community by supporting Black-owned businesses. Participate in Community Events: Join local events such as parades, festivals, and educational workshops that honor the spirit of Juneteenth. Reflect and Advocate: Reflect on the importance of freedom and equality. Advocate for policies and practices that promote racial justice and equity in your community. #BarrierReefFiberglassPools #BarrierReefPools #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #CelebrateFreedom #EqualityForAll
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Happy Juneteenth! Today, we celebrate the end of slavery in the United States and honor the strength, resilience, and enduring spirit of the Black community. Juneteenth is a reminder of our commitment to equality, justice, and the celebration of diversity in all its forms. At the National Diversity Coalition, we stand together to promote inclusion, fight against systemic racism, and build a future where everyone is truly free. Let's commemorate this important day in history and discuss its significance. What does Juneteenth mean to you? #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #NationalDiversityCoalition #UnityInDiversity #CelebrateFreedom #EqualityForAll #NationalDiversityCoalition
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🔥 This Black August, we honor the movement for Black liberation with 117 powerful new resources! Dive into topics like the exploitation of incarcerated workers, interrupting bigotry at home, the role of election cycles in community engagement, and the importance of a multiracial movement for immigrant rights. And, as we remember the anniversaries of the deaths of Jackson and Brown, we invite you to settle your quarrels, come together, and discover your humanity and love in revolution as we continue to fight for racial justice across the globe. 📰 Check out the full newsletter: https://lnkd.in/eJFdGFwv 💌 Get our newsletters straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/ez6VpxZF #BlackAugust #RacialJustice #Liberation #RacialEquity #Resources #ImmigrantRights
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#juneteenth #equityforall #allyship I always feel somewhat conflicted about the notion of "celebrating" Juneteenth. Because for all the hope that this milestone moment represented, we have still fallen well short in delivering against those promises for the Black community. In fact, it's deeply concerning to see ongoing efforts around the world to disenfranchise communities of color - as well as other historically disadvantaged groups - and roll back many of the protections that were put in place to create greater equity and inclusion. This Juneteenth, let us all redouble our efforts to ensure that our work is not performative, but a true lifelong commitment. Particularly in the face of bigotry, racism, and hatred, we must not shrink from the moment but use our collective voices to advocate for a more just society. As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. famously said, "It may well be that we will have to repent in this generation. Not merely for the vitriolic words and the violent actions of the bad people, but for the appalling silence and indifference of the good people who sit around and say, 'Wait on time'.” That time is now. As one of the world’s most diverse destinations, Black culture and community have grown and flourished here in our City of Angels. At Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, we strive to continually uplift Black voices and support initiatives that promote justice and equality. Because we view diversity, equity, and inclusion as verbs - not nouns - and we recognize that intent must be met with action and impact across every aspect of our organization. This Juneteenth - and year-round - we invite Angelenos and visitors alike to visit and support the hundreds of Black-owned businesses across LA. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/gXyHhJb4 https://lnkd.in/gtY6cUd8
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Today, on Juneteenth, we commemorate the day in 1865 when over 250,000 African Americans in Texas finally learned of their emancipation ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾. This day, now a national holiday, is a testament to the resilience and perseverance of the Black community. However, the legacy of slavery and systemic racism continues to cast a long shadow, with stark health and economic disparities still plaguing African Americans. As we celebrate Juneteenth, let's also recommit ourselves to dismantling these inequities. Reparations, in the form of wealth-building opportunities, are an essential step toward addressing these injustices. From federal policies to local initiatives, the momentum for reparations is growing. Let's join this movement and work towards a future where the promise of liberty and justice for all is truly fulfilled 💚💛❤️. #Juneteenth #ADOS #Reparations #Equality #MinorityHealth #DiversityandInclusion #HealthEquity #SharedHarvest #howwelead #commonwealthfund #reedescholars #SocialJustice
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On June 19, 1865, the last enslaved people in Texas finally learned that they were free — more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. This day became known as Juneteenth, an annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. While Juneteenth marks an important milestone in American history, it also serves as a solemn reminder that the journey towards true equality for Black Americans has been long and arduous. Even after emancipation, systemic racism and injustice have persisted in many forms. As we celebrate the joy of freedom on Juneteenth, we must also reflect on the work that still needs to be done to dismantle the legacy of slavery and achieve racial equity. Join us in honoring #Juneteenth by learning about its history, supporting Black-owned businesses, and getting involved with organizations working for racial justice and civil rights. Together, we can build a better future rooted in equality, understanding and mutual respect.
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Juneteenth commemorates the true end of slavery in the U.S. Today, we cherish the liberation achieved, the progress of so many civil rights activists, and the thriving Black communities and culture in our country. We also recognize that freedom is an ongoing pursuit. The work of racial justice remains crucial—especially now, when so much progress is in political or social jeopardy. Alongside our partners, we stand more committed to racial justice than ever. Applying an intersectional lens, we are proud to invest in and learn from the transformational leaders, networks, and solutions working toward justice: racial, social, economic, and environmental. We are in this with you for the long term, listening and collaborating to create lasting change. Together, it’s possible. #juneteenth #racialjustice #socialjustice #socialimpact #communitydrivenchange #springpointpartners
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This significant date, known as Juneteenth, symbolizes the resilience, achievements, and freedom of the Black community. At Project Sentinel, we honor and celebrate Juneteenth, as it serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for housing discrimination and equality. It is important to note, that racial discrimination in housing and the intergenerational wealth gap persists, impacting communities of color from generations of redlining to systemic racism. We are dedicated to advocating for fair housing laws and promote fair housing practices to anyone who experiences housing discrimination. Let’s come together to honor this day, and work towards a future where everyone has access to fair and equitable housing. How can you help? -Educate yourself about the history of housing discrimination and its impact -Identify book recommendations that amplify Black voices -Engage in meaningful dialogue about racial justice Learn more about our Fair Housing services: https://lnkd.in/gQ4rHB2Y #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #Fairhousing
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PSA: 60 Years ago, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed into law. Today marks the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, a landmark piece of legislation that has played a crucial role in reducing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. This Act has been vital in shaping a more just and equitable society, reinforcing the fundamental principles of democracy, then, now and in the future. While we celebrate the progress made, much work remains. Black Resilience in Colorado Fund (BRIC) will continue to push, addressing systemic racism and the inequities that continue to negatively impact Black communities in Colorado and beyond. We hope you will join effort, ensuring that the promise of equality and justice for all endures. #BlackResilience #CommunitySupport #Empowerment #SystemicChange #BlackLedOrganizations #Philanthropy #BRICFundCO #CivilRightsAct #CivilRights
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