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Today we honor #Juneteenth, a historic milestone that reflects our nation’s ongoing pursuit of justice. It’s a day to celebrate resilience, liberty, and the lived experiences of the Black community. Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, or Black Independence Day, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, two years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, to inform more than 250,000 enslaved Black Americans that they were finally free. This paved the way for the 13th Amendment’s ratification on December 18, 1865, which abolished slavery nationwide. Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021. While celebrations historically occurred on different dates (like Virginia's Emancipation Day on April 3rd), June 19th stands as an enduring symbol of freedom. Across the nation, Juneteenth unites communities in a celebration of perseverance. We honor the unwavering spirit of Black, Brown, and all Americans who tirelessly fought for justice before us and renew our commitment to the work that remains to build a more just and equitable future. For more information on how to celebrate Juneteenth in your community, please visit the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. at https://lnkd.in/gT-TnAz3.

Today we celebrate #Juneteenth. On June 19th, 1865, more than 250,000 enslaved Black people in Texas were informed, finally, that they were free by decree of the Emancipation Proclamation. The Emancipation Proclamation, which had been signed more than two years before that fateful day, freed enslaved people in confederate states. It would take another six months before the 13th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified making slavery illegal, except as punishment for a crime (the fine print) and freeing the remaining 100,000 enslaved people in states that never seceded from the union during the Civil War. The story of Juneteenth is a story of justice delayed. A story that Black people in this country know all too well. On this day, we remember those who continue to fight to make the full rights of citizenship a reality of all people. Juneteenth is a day to remember, grieve, reflect, and tell the truth of this country’s history and its legacy of enslavement. It’s a day to celebrate freedom and to acknowledge its unfulfilled promises. The work of repair is still very much in progress but Juneteenth reminds us of how far we’ve come.

In commemoration of #Juneteenth, let’s acknowledge that each step toward justice requires honesty, unity, courage, and perseverance. May this day inspire our ongoing pursuit for a society where liberty and justice truly extend to all. To learn more: https://loom.ly/GtLUuHs

The only real American woman I know would never sign Bills to support genocide Israel, but we know the likes of Fredrica Wilson and many African American legislators have. This is what must change in our American political system where thousands are hired to work for them in military- dimensional ways and the American Congress can’t pass Or get and Executive Order for Reparations and tax-exemption status as endangered human Beings called African Americans? Yet, some how across America Israel is getting trillions in debt funding from local American governments and America is facing immigration issues, homelessness, hyper-inflation, still covered in Racism 3000. Americans need real legislation that is squarely focused on helping us Americans. I have seen my own American Congress dish out massive amounts of funding to other countries, yet Governor of Michigan can’t fix the #flintwatercrisis still going on.

Today marks three years that Juneteenth has been a federal holiday in the United States. Juneteenth originated June 19, 1865 when over 250,000 Black Americans in Texas were freed from slavery despite this being the case for 2.5 years in other states. And yet, Black Americans are still fighting for their freedom. While they may not be slaves to a master with a whip and additional abusive treatment, there are so many ways in which Black Americans are not treated as free members of our society; education, medical, property ownership, and more. As a resident/citizen of the United States, what can you do to support freedom in this country for Black Americans? #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #EqualityForAll #BlackLivesMatter #Justice #EndRacism #SupportChange

Today we celebrate Juneteenth, marking the end of slavery in the U.S. On June 19, 1865, Union Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and proclaimed freedom for all enslaved people in the state. This momentous occasion is a reminder of progress, but it also highlights the ongoing struggles with heirs’ property laws that continue to impact Black landownership and economic stability. Over a century later, Black Americans still face discrimination in the application of their property rights. The heirs’ property system remains a significant barrier, preventing families from building intergenerational wealth and accessing essential resources. Mississippi Center for Justice (MCJ) has been at the forefront of this fight for justice, working tirelessly to address these inequities and support affected communities. As we honor Juneteenth, let’s also commit to advocating for change to secure property rights for all. Government and business leaders must work together to address these inequities and support resilient communities. Learn more about our efforts and join us in this important work. Contact the Heirs' Property Team | https://lnkd.in/eW_GwzAg #Juneteenth #HeirsProperty #SocialJustice #MCJ

"The quest for liberty and justice is ongoing and that we must continue to fight for an America that truly represents its founding values and all its citizens." Robert F. Smith #InspiredByYou #OnRepeat "The signers of the Declaration of Independence were brave men. They were great men, too, great enough to give frame to a great age. It does not often happen to a nation to raise, at one time, such a number of truly great men. The point from which I am compelled to view them is not, certainly, the most favorable; and yet I cannot contemplate their great deeds with less than admiration. They were statesmen, patriots and heroes, and for the good they did, and the principles they contended for, I will UNITE with you to honor their memory..... Your high independence only reveals the immeasurable distance between us. The blessings in which you, this day, rejoice, are not enjoyed in common. The rich inheritance of justice, liberty, prosperity and independence, bequeathed by your fathers, is shared by you, not by me. The sunlight that brought light and healing to you, has brought stripes and death to me. This Fourth July is yours, not mine. You may rejoice, I must mourn.” - Frederick Douglass, July 5, 1852 (except from the source linked below) “If we must celebrate, let’s do so only for the promise of this country, the ideals of freedom and equality that have yet to come to fruition. 'We the people' means all of us…There is no future without We the People." Emily O. Weltman, M. Ed. https://lnkd.in/eV_FMdZd "#Leadership is all about people, inspiring people to believe that the impossible is possible developing and building people to perform at heights they never imagined... Inspiring your team to become the very best version of themselves." Leadership First https://lnkd.in/e9z7Mvcb #talent #government #mindset #behavior #futureofwork #innovation #jobs #economy #belonging #diversity #equity #inclusion #power #money #cultureofmoney

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, a pivotal day in American history that marks the end of slavery in the United States. As we reflect on the journey toward freedom and equality, here are three significant stats made by Black communities in various sectors. #MarketResearch #Researcher #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #BlackExcellence #BlackOwnedBusiness #EconomicEmpowerment #EducationalAchievement #DigitalInfluence #TechEntrepreneurs #CulturalImpact

Today—Wednesday, June 19th—is Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. On this day in 1865 (two years after the passing of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation), Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, TX with the news that the Civil War had ended and that enslaved people of Texas were now free. While initially celebrated only in Texas and by the Black community, Juneteenth became a federally recognized holiday in 2021. As we celebrate Juneteenth and honor the delayed freedom of enslaved Black people in the United States, it is important to hold space for and keep in mind the full Black experience in this country. Despite the 13th Amendment, white supremacy and systemic racism thrives in this country and has been cemented in place by centuries of government policy that have taken a sledgehammer at Black families and their autonomy. We have a collective responsibility to facilitate and rally for change to harmful systems and policies that surveil and control Black and Brown children, youth, and families. (CC: Leonard Burton) #juneteenth #blacklivesmatter #blm #blackhistory #juneteenthcelebration #freedom #love #familyautonomy #economicjustice #healthjustice #systemicracism

Happy Juneteenth! Today we celebrate emancipation and Black history and culture. We reflect on our nation’s history, relax with loved ones, and thank our ancestors for their strength: we are their wildest dreams come to life. Jan 1, 1863: The Emancipation Proclamation is issued by President Abraham Lincoln, declared the freedom of all enslaved people in Confederate states that were in rebellion against the Union. Apr 9, 1865: Civil war ends with the surrender of General Robert E. Lee at Appomattox Court House. June 19, 1865: Juneteenth - General Order No. 3 is issued by Union General Gordon Granger in Galveston, Texas, announcing the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation and marking the official end of slavery in Texas, the last Confederate state to free enslaved people. Dec 6, 1865: Slavery abolished - Ratification of the 13th Amendment, officially abolishing slavery in the United States. Other state emancipation days: Jan 1: North Carolina* Jan 1: South Carolina* Jan 1: Arkansas* Apr 3: Virginia* Apr 16: Washington DC* May 8: Mississippi May 20: Florida* May 29: Georgia* Aug 4: Oklahoma* Aug 8: Kentucky* Aug 8: Tennessee* Nov 1: Maryland* *NLC Chapter