Honoring Juneteenth and the end of slavery in the United States. Let's reflect, educate, and continue to push for justice and equality. #Juneteenth #CelebrateFreedom
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As we approach Juneteenth, let us not only reflect on the terror that darkens the pages of our nation’s storybook. Let us also celebrate how the bravery and resilience of our ancestors led us to the freedoms known in our country today. Acknowledge that through slavery, deferred freedoms, and ultimately the continued fight for civil rights, the true essence of America is found. May this federal holiday serve as a reminder that the legacy left for each of us enjoying these freedoms is to continue driving peaceful discussion and demanding change that disrupts ‘societal norms’ or policy that otherwise revoke equality for all. #Juneteenth #blacklivesmatter #representationmatters #supplierdiversity #dei
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As we celebrate Juneteenth, we honor the sacrifices and victories of those who fought for freedom. Let’s continue their legacy by working towards a society where equality and justice prevail. #Juneteenth #SacrificeAndVictory #EqualityAndJustice #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #CelebrateFreedom #Juneteenth2024 #JusticeForAll #FreedomAndEquality #RememberingJuneteenth
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Today we celebrate Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas to announce that the Civil War had ended and that all enslaved people were free - over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in the long struggle for freedom and equality for African Americans. While the abolition of slavery was a major milestone, we know the journey towards racial justice is ongoing. On this day, we recommit ourselves to fighting racism, upholding human rights, and building a more equitable society for all. #rbwn #rocklandbwn #juneteenth2024 #equalityforall #racialjustice
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Did you know that today marks 197 years that the enslaved Africans in New York State were emancipated? New York State became the first state to legally abolish slavery onJuly 4, 1827! The state of New York had a law dating back to 1799 that had rules on slowly emancipating the future future generations of those who would be born into slavery. This is something your history books did not teach you in school. https://lnkd.in/eNuz9dKk.
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#Remember1926: A Historic Step Towards Freedom In 1926, the world united to take a monumental stride towards justice and humanity. 📜 The International Slavery Convention was signed, marking a turning point in our shared history. Today, we honour this milestone in our ongoing journey towards a more equitable and compassionate world. We stand in solidarity with those who fought tirelessly to abolish the inhumane practice of slavery. Let us remember the past to better shape the future and pledge to uphold the principles of freedom, dignity, and equality for all. 🕊️ https://bit.ly/3zZD2Rm #InternationalSlaveryConvention1926 #EndModernSlavery #HumanRights #HistoryMatters #Unity #JusticeForAll
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This #GivingTuesday, invest in civic justice! These difficult times call for strategy and policy change that protects our safety, freedom of speech, and religious expression - so we can all thrive as individuals and families. Contibute here: https://lnkd.in/gAKvTJs6
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Today, we celebrate freedom, justice, and equality for all. Juneteenth reminds us of the resilience of the African American community and the ongoing fight for racial justice. At Maxey McFarland, we stand in solidarity, committed to upholding civil rights and advocating for fairness. #juneteenth #freedom #justiceforall #maxeymcfarlandlawfirm
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What Juneteenth lessons still apply to our lives today?🤔 - - - - Juneteenth marks the day that word got to the remaining slaves and their owners in the United States that all people that had previously been enslaved were now free! The emancipation proclamation that granted this freedom was issued on January 1, 1863 whereas Juneteenth wasn’t until June 19th, 1865. That’s 2 and a half years of freedom that the final slaves did not get to experience, simply because they didn’t know. There were absolutely those who knew those slaves were free but simply didn’t inform them to use them to their advantage until the absolute final minute. There is a silver lining to this unfortunate history in that it gives us all lessons that we can live by today: 1. Oftentimes, people recognize opportunities (that are uniquely for you) long before you do. 2. Some individuals will cast a shadow over your greatness in order to benefit from it. 3. Just because you don’t recognize your power/excellence/greatness does not mean that you don’t possess it. 4. Don’t count on people to proactively tell you what you need to know; ask questions, research, and investigate. 5. Just because you don’t see it today does NOT mean that your ultimate success isn’t already in motion!
Today we celebrate Juneteenth, the day to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. Let's reflect on the progress we've made since and continue to strive for equality, justice and unity. Together we can create a brighter future for all. Happy Juneteenth! #Juneteenth #FreedomDay
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What narrative are we reinforcing? As educators, it’s our responsibility to ensure that the narratives of history are broken down, analyzed, and questioned critically. It is our duty to provide our students with the skills to think for themselves and seek truth.
To preserve slavery, enslavers claimed slavery was “positively good” and that abolitionists were making up the terror and exploitation of slavery. To preserve Jim Crow, segregationists claimed public accommodations and institutions were “separate but equal” and that civil rights activists were making up all the racial inequity and injustice. To preserve racism today, the ideological descendants of enslavers and segregationists are claiming that the U.S. is a “colorblind” society and antiracist intellectuals and activists are making up all the racial inequity and injustice. As they strive to preserve racism, we must strive to recognize and combat these repackaged ideas by deepening our understanding of history. Making this #BlackHistoryMonth all the more critical. 👊🏿
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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
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