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The complicated history and significance of Juneteenth! The relevance to continuing the work to ensure justice and equity for BIPOC. #theWorkContinues #withlibertyandjustice4all https://lnkd.in/grihvK4w.

Today, Evolution is closed in observance of Juneteenth, commemorating a pivotal moment in American history—the emancipation of the last remaining enslaved individuals on June 19, 1865. Learn more about the holiday and its significance: https://lnkd.in/gh6ZhqdU

Some Truth About Juneteenth Many perceive the time between the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863 and Juneteenth as the gap between legal freedom and actual emancipation. However, it’s more accurate to consider the period from the surrender of the Confederacy on April 9, 1865, to June 19, 1865, when Union troops spread the news of freedom. This delay highlights that many slave owners, despite knowing the Confederacy had surrendered, kept this crucial information from those they enslaved for months.   Moreover, the Emancipation Proclamation only applied to Confederate states. Lincoln did not free slaves in Maryland, Delaware, Missouri, Kentucky, and West Virginia, Union states where he actually had the authority to do so. While Maryland, West Virginia, and Missouri ended slavery in early 1865, Delaware and Kentucky did not abolish slavery until well after Juneteenth. Laura Smalley’s story and voice are testaments to the resilience and enduring spirit of those who yearned for freedom. Juneteenth stands as a powerful reminder of delayed justice and the long journey toward true emancipation. It calls us to reflect on our history, recognize the systemic roots of oppression, and commit to the ongoing fight for equity and inclusion.   As we honor Juneteenth, let us acknowledge both the progress made and the work that remains. Let’s use this day to educate, inspire, and drive meaningful conversations that lead to enduring change.   Learn more about the historical context and the stories that have shaped our understanding of freedom in DEI in Context. Let’s engage, understand, and act together. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #Emancipation #DEI #Inclusion #HistoryMatters #DEIinContext #IKnowHistoryMatters

Today, we commemorate #Juneteenth, a pivotal moment in American history and the long and painful era of enslavement. Though the Emancipation Proclamation took effect on January 1, 1863, ostensibly freeing those enslaved in Confederate States, Juneteenth marks the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation finally reaching the most distant corners of Confederate territory with Union troops arriving in Galveston Bay, Texas on June 19, 1865. Meanwhile, the Thirteenth Amendment would still be necessary to end slavery throughout the United States. Juneteenth is a celebration of #emancipation, #resilience, and the enduring spirit of the African American community. It's a day to reflect on the progress made and the work still needed to achieve true #equality and #justice in all aspects of life, including healthcare. We honor this day at PACE Healthcare Capital and reaffirm our commitment to invest in solutions that promote health equity and better ensure quality healthcare for all. Together, we can build a more inclusive and just healthcare system.

Juneteenth, officially Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States. The holiday's name is a portmanteau of the words "June" and "nineteenth", as it was on June 19, 1865, when Major General Gordon Granger ordered the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas at the end of the American Civil War. Although this date commemorates enslaved people learning of their freedom under the Emancipation Proclamation, this only applied to former Confederate states. There remained legally enslaved people in states that never seceded from the Union. These people did not gain their freedom until the ratification of the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution on December 6, 1865. #juneteenth #juneteenth2024 #freedom #Independence #racialequity

In celebration of Juneteenth, here is a quick History lesson as to why this is an important event to commemorate. https://lnkd.in/ggkmVvCf

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, marks the anniversary of June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought news of freedom to the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Observing Juneteenth allows us to reflect on our collective history, recognize the progress made, and understand the work that lies ahead in pursuing racial justice and equity.  #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #EmancipationDay

Happy Juneteenth from the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce! Today, we celebrate freedom and honor the end of slavery in the United States. Let's continue to work together towards equality, justice, and prosperity for all. 🔗 Learn more about Juneteenth and its significance in our community by reading our latest blog post: https://lnkd.in/eiF7g4Ji

Juneteenth is a significant date in American history and the African American experience. The name is a play on the date of June 19th, 1865. On that day, the Union Army made its way into Galveston, TX under the leadership of General Gordon Granger, and he announced to the people of Texas that all enslaved African Americans were free. Even though we know that the Emancipation Proclamation freed African Americans in rebelling states (Texas being one of them, from as early as it when the Proclamation went into effect on January 1st, 1863) and we know that the Civil War had ended in April of 1865, it took a while for freedom to make its way to the western most rebelling state. Although there were enslavers who were aware of the implementation of the Emancipation Proclamation, it wasn’t until June 19th, 1865 that it was actually enforced with the Union Army. June 19th freed enslaved people in the rebelling states, it did not free enslaved people throughout the nation. Keep in mind, there were still border states which were still part of the Union. They had not seceded from the Union, and they still maintained slavery. Maryland, for example, was one of them. It took the creation of the Emancipation Proclamation, the end of the Civil War, and the passage of the 13th Amendment to finally end slavery throughout the nation. The Reconstruction Amendments are significant as they came into being after the end of the Civil War. They include the 13th Amendment that ended slavery; the 14th Amendment provides citizenship, due process and equal protection; and the 15th Amendment provides the opportunity to vote and hold office. Mary Elliott, Curator of American Slavery https://lnkd.in/gfss6-ku

A little-known fact is that the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863, the pivotal event that Juneteenth marks, did not actually free all slaves. In fact, Juneteenth represents a date that happened over two years later when Union troops finally freed slaves in Texas. The Emancipation Proclamation declared all enslaved people to be freed, but this was not enforced in many Confederate states until the end of the Civil War. Many enslaved people in Confederate states had no idea this decree had been issued. This led them to be taken advantage of for another two years until the news spread, and former slaves began to escape and find freedom in neighboring states. Juneteenth is a celebration of the Union Army’s abolishment of the last bastion of slavery in the United States. Slavery was then formally abolished in the United States with the ratification of the 13th Amendment on December 6, 1865. In celebrating Juneteenth, it is also essential to recognize that while this was the end of legal slavery in the United States, it was only the beginning of an arduous and ongoing struggle for racial equity. #juneteenth #emancipationproclamation #community #unity #equity #inclusion