Juneteenth is finally getting some mainstream recognition as a holiday. Celebrated on June 19, Juneteenth has sometimes been referred to as America’s “second Independence Day.” It was on that day in 1865 when the Union Army belatedly brought word to Galveston, Texas, that slavery had been...
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Reflect on the meaning of Juneteenth
Shemariah J. Arki, a professor of pan African studies at Kent State University, suggests spending some time reflecting on the following questions come Juneteenth:
How do you think Juneteenth and the celebration of Black pride evolved over time?
In a one-hour livestream special, ‘Juneteenth: Soul of America’ we will speak to influencers in the Black American community about continuing the effort to celebrate American history and the impact of slavery, including the tremendous economic impact on American society.
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<p>As part of an hour-long special celebrating Juneteenth, a panel of parents share their perspectives on raising Black children in 2021, and discuss the importance of uplifting and celebrating Black fatherhood.</p>
In 2016, then-89-year-old activist Opal Lee marched 1,400 miles from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, DC, to raise awareness about Juneteenth.
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Opal Lee (2nd L), the activist known as the grandmother of Juneteenth, US Vice President Kamala Harris look on as US President Joe Biden gives a pen to US Congresswoman Barbara Lee (L) after signing the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. JIM WATSON/Getty Images
Juneteenth is an annual holiday commemorating the freeing of the last enslaved people in 1865, and it has been celebrated since. Are you looking to talk to your child about Juneteenth and wondering where to start? Kicking off with questions isn’t just a good strategy for talking specifically...
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For example, you can start by asking your child: “Have you ever heard the word ‘racism?’” or “Have you ever heard of Juneteenth?”
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