Happy Juneteenth! June 19, 1865, marks our nation’s second Independence Day, when enslaved people in the farthest reaches of west Texas, still controlled by the Confederacy, were freed by Union troops more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation took effect in 1863. Freedom required resistance and courage over generations, especially in winning equal opportunities in education and jobs. Despite the Supreme Court’s 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling outlawing school segregation, most public schools were still “separate” and unequal. In 1957, the “Little Rock 9” – 15 and 16-year-old African American students – finally integrated Little Rock, Arkansas’ Central High School drawing national and international attention to ongoing racism. The last public school in the United States was not desegrated until 1970, again in west Texas. Join #RenewablesForward in celebration built by resolution. Equity, inclusion, and a new green economy that brings abundance and opportunity to all: Happy Juneteenth! https://lnkd.in/eSWySFh2 https://lnkd.in/g4EX_uUD
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At Loyola, we use Juneteenth as an opportunity to reflect, to educate our community on a history of racial inequality, and to further commit to the work that remains towards justice and freedom. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3iILeO1
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For aspiring allies, Juneteenth is about LEARNING about heroes like Ms. Opal Lee and giving your TIME, TALENT OR TREASURE to causes and organizations that support Black liberation and reparations. 1. Find a cause you care about. 2. Learn about the intersectionality of this cause & racism. 3. Find a way to be a part of the solution. My cause is the mental health of Black women and girls, especially mothers. What is yours? Tell me! Would love to learn from you. #Juneteenth #AspiringAllies #TimeTalentTreasure
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Have you ever heard of the "Grandmother of Juneteenth?" Meet Opal Lee, the 97-year-old teacher who tirelessly campaigned to make #Juneteenth a nationally recognized federal holiday. In 2016, at the age of 89, Opal Lee walked from her home in Fort Worth, Texas, to the nation’s capital, urging Congress to declare Juneteenth a national holiday. She was later invited to the signing ceremony, and this year, she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom. To this day, Lee walks two and a half miles each year on June 19th to honor the time between the Emancipation Proclamation and when the news of freedom reached Galveston. Her activism continues to inspire me, her students, and all of us. #WomenEmpoweringWomenWednesday https://nbcnews.to/3KNZr9c
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Happy #Juneteenth! Grateful for the tireless activism of Ms. Opal Lee and so many other congressional allies who ensured it was passed into law and federally recognized as it should be. In celebration of today, be sure to: 1) Support (shop, invest your dollars into) Black-owned businesses! 2) Research the historical meaning of the federal holiday — study Black history, leaders, writers and the achievements of Black pioneers in the U.S. Share your findings with others amongst your family, friends, & colleagues. 3) Take inventory of the black IG squares, promises, vows, resolutions & DEI statements you've made over the past 4 years. What resolve have you taken action on to be a better accomplice for social justice and equity in the workplace? What is the gap between your intentions and your actions? Have you utilized your inherent privilege(s) to amplify the voices, art, and projects of your Black friends, peers, and colleagues? 4) Ask yourself, what you are willing to give up & deconstruct to make room for the advancement of Black leadership? 5) Have a sobering conversation(s) with your non-Black family, friends, peers, colleagues, etc. surrounding the tactical solutions you all can work together to eradicate your own biases/prejudices and implications of racial discrimination in your community to protect your Black community members. 6) Call yourself out, and others, every time you feel like remaining silent or indifferent when you witness blatant racism in any room.
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Have you ever heard of the "Grandmother of Juneteenth?" Meet Opal Lee, the 97-year-old teacher who tirelessly campaigned to make #Juneteenth a nationally recognized federal holiday. In 2016, at the age of 89, Opal Lee walked from her home in Fort Worth, Texas, to the nation’s capital, urging Congress to declare Juneteenth a national holiday. She was later invited to the signing ceremony, and this year, she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom. To this day, Lee walks two and a half miles each year on June 19th to honor the time between the Emancipation Proclamation and when the news of freedom reached Galveston. Her activism continues to inspire me, her students, and all of us. #WomenEmpoweringWomenWednesday https://nbcnews.to/3KNZr9c
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True inclusion is only possible when intersectionality is the foundation upon which we build—and carry out—our policies and practices.
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Have you ever heard of the "Grandmother of Juneteenth?" Meet Opal Lee, the 97-year-old teacher who tirelessly campaigned to make #Juneteenth a nationally recognized federal holiday. In 2016, at the age of 89, Opal Lee walked from her home in Fort Worth, Texas, to the nation’s capital, urging Congress to declare Juneteenth a national holiday. She was later invited to the signing ceremony, and this year, she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom. To this day, Lee walks two and a half miles each year on June 19th to honor the time between the Emancipation Proclamation and when the news of freedom reached Galveston. Her activism continues to inspire me, her students, and all of us. #WomenEmpoweringWomenWednesday https://nbcnews.to/3KNZr9c
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Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, the national holiday marking the day in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Texas, delivering the news of freedom to Black people two and half years after the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation. While we celebrate the final blow to the horrific institution of slavery in 1865, we must acknowledge the continued challenges and barriers many face due to the lack of affordable and reliable access to broadband. Communication connectivity is crucial! Equity in broadband access is an objective across MCJ’s advocacy campaigns. Equal access is key for all Mississippians, regardless of their race or income, to have the digital education, healthcare, and employment resources necessary for success in today’s world. These are the battles we continue to fight every day. Together, we can honor the legacy of Juneteenth by working towards a more just and equitable future for all. #Juneteenth #MCJ #Justice #Equity
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Happy President's Day! 🇺🇸 Today, let's take a moment to honor and celebrate the impactful legacies of three Presidents connected to Texas: Dwight D. Eisenhower, Lyndon B. Johnson, and George W. Bush. 1. Dwight D. Eisenhower: As the 34th President of the United States, Eisenhower's leadership left a profound mark on Texas and the nation. His administration prioritized infrastructure development, which greatly benefited Texas with the creation of the interstate highway system. This initiative not only enhanced transportation within the state but also facilitated economic growth and improved connectivity across regions. 2. Lyndon B. Johnson: His "Great Society" programs aimed to combat poverty and racial injustice, leading to significant social reforms such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Johnson's legacy in Texas is particularly notable for his contributions to education, healthcare, and civil rights, which continue to shape the state's landscape today. 3. George W. Bush: As the 43rd President of the United States and a former Governor of Texas, Bush's tenure had a profound influence on his home state. His policies on education reform, tax cuts, and healthcare initiatives directly impacted Texans' lives. Moreover, his leadership during challenging times, including the response to the 9/11 attacks, showcased resilience and determination, reflecting the spirit of the Lone Star State. On this President's Day, let's remember and appreciate the contributions of these remarkable leaders to Texas and the nation as a whole. Their legacies continue to inspire and shape our future. #PresidentsDay #TexasLeadership #Legacy 🌟
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BSR offices in the U.S. will be closed today in observance of Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in America, as Union soldiers marched on Galveston, Texas in 1865. 159 years later, we acknowledge the continued impact of racialized systemic oppression on Black communities throughout the United States and beyond. Whether your company chooses to recognize or observe this holiday, there is an opportunity to approach its commemoration in a way that advances DEI and social justice efforts within your organization. For BSR members, several resources developed by our Equity, Inclusion & Justice (EIJ) team are available in the member portal to help you get started, such as: Allies+: Ally, Advocate, and Accomplice: https://lnkd.in/gZnn_95H; and Inclusive Leadership: https://lnkd.in/gXmT9wrm. For all viewers, we're also pleased to share The Social Justice Guide for Business: Moving Beyond Crisis to Action, developed by BSR's Center for Business and Social Justice: https://lnkd.in/d-ZyUKtZ. We welcome you to engage with these resources and/or reach out to our team, ready to partner with you to further your DEI ambitions and programming. Email us at web@bsr.org. We stand resolute that to achieve sustainability, we must promote equity and justice. #happyjuneteenth, #DEI, #sustainablebusiness
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Today participants met at the Atlanta airport and took a shuttle to Montgomery, Alabama. So many amazing people doing this type of work in various parts of Illinois. The conversations are so uplifting and hopeful. Tomorrow we will go on tours and reflect together. About the Project: Journeys to Justice: Reckoning with Illinois’ History and Legacy of Anti-Black Terror This project brings together community partners and community-engaged scholars who are involved in the research and commemoration/memorialization of historical anti-Black race riots, massacres, and lynchings across the state of Illinois. Within the Illinois Journeys to Justice coalition, project partners embrace a trauma-informed approach to research and commemoration, centering health and justice for communities most impacted by the history and ongoing legacies of racial terror. Core partners represent Southwestern Illinois, Central Illinois, and Chicago, with plans to expand to all corners of Illinois- advancing a statewide approach to one of Illinois history’s most defining themes. The core project activities are a trip for Illinois residents to the Equal Justice Initiative sites in Montgomery, Alabama (September 2024)- the nation’s most significant institution for commemorating racial violence- with a follow-up symposium and workshop at the Old State Capitol Historic Site in Springfield (April 2025). Our intended audience for the workshop and symposium consists of members of communities impacted by the legacy of anti-Black terror, community members, and cultural professionals engaged in the research and commemoration of such events; higher education academic researchers, scholars, and teachers; secondary and middle grades social science teachers; undergraduate and graduate students; and state, local, and federal governmental officials. #journey #justice #truth #history #illinois #antiblackness #terror #tours #alabama #community #togetherwecan #bethehealing #reparations #healing #oneness
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Tomorrow is #Juneteenth! This is when we commemorate America’s second independence day, marking the day when enslaved people in Texas learned that the Emancipation Proclamation had passed two years earlier. Today, we still struggle with the vestiges of racism in our institutions. At Chapin Hall, we work to address bias in research and advance racial equity in systems, and we have several resources to help you do the same. Explore: https://lnkd.in/gFKb8Dhn
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