On June 19, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas with news that the more than 250,000 enslaved Black people in the state were free. This day became known as #Juneteenth. We hope you take time to celebrate and educate yourself and others. You can learn more at The National Museum of African American History and Culture ❤️ https://lnkd.in/gqvPZFF
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In recognition of Juneteenth, we at OEM wanted to take this moment to uplift an excerpt from a message about the holiday from Jamal Fox, Executive Director of the Oregon Board of Pharmacy. “We celebrate Juneteenth as “Freedom Day” from centuries of struggles and triumphs reflecting on both our commitment to and vision of greater patient safety, access, and accessibility to healthcare for all- remembering that, there is more work to be done as an agency and in our communities. Despite its recent commemoration as a nationally recognized day, the origins of Juneteenth and subsequent celebrations date back more than 160 years ago. On January 1, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation to free enslaved people in the Southern secessionist states. However, due to the delay in communication and enforcement of the Proclamation, Texas—the westernmost state in the Confederacy—was the last location reached by Union troops tasked with making the announcement. Because of this delay, slavery did not cease in the state until June 19, 1865, more than two years later, when Army General Gordon Granger proclaimed freedom for all enslaved Texans. ... June 19th is a day worth celebrating and a day of recognition. However, as a nation, we still have so far to go to not just acknowledge but address the racial disparities many diverse communities and communities of color face.” While it has been celebrated for 159 years in the Black and African American community, Juneteenth only officially became a Federal and State holiday 2-3 years ago. Please see below for more context and educational resources on Juneteenth: - Learn the history of Juneteenth: https://s.si.edu/3Xr5rfF - Celebrate Juneteenth in Oregon: https://bit.ly/4cbpHGL - Volunteer or attend your local Juneteenth events: https://bit.ly/3z4R06Z - Centering Black voices and stories: https://lnkd.in/gKWtzDqX
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Juneteenth marks a pivotal moment in American history, commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S. As we observe, let us acknowledge the past, celebrate the progress, and continue to work towards a future where freedom and equality are universal. Learn more about the history and significance of Juneteenth below.
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Juneteenth is a day that symbolizes freedom and celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. It's a time to honor the resilience of Black Americans and recognize their contributions. It's a time to reflect on the progress we've made and the work that still needs to be done. Here are some resources to read today: If you are looking for an overview of the day's history, check out the National Museum of African American History & Culture's article: https://lnkd.in/gqvPZFF If you're wondering about the origins of Juneteenth's name, check out CBS News' deep-dive: https://lnkd.in/g-Hnpm_9 Curious about how different organizations are recognizing the day? AdAge offers a look: https://lnkd.in/egYpZTXR Sometimes, taking a step back to reflect can be powerful. Read more on Adweek's perspective: https://lnkd.in/ehvVfxbN
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The significance of this day and its legacy is never lost on me as I continue to learn and work to be better. It's not just a day of celebration but a call to action for all of us. In marketing and media, I consider it a big responsibility to amplify diverse perspectives and invest in platforms that support this crucial dialogue. Juneteenth, marking the end of slavery in the United States, is a reminder of the resilience and contributions of Black communities throughout history. Yet, despite these contributions, Black voices continue to be underrepresented and misrepresented in our culture and media. You don’t need to be too aware to see what research shows us, that Black Americans often face stereotypes in media portrayals, and their stories are frequently marginalized or overlooked entirely - even today. As marketers, we hold the power to reshape this narrative. By consciously investing in Black-owned media outlets and inclusive storytelling, we can help elevate these essential voices and foster a more equitable society. It's about more than just representation; it's about genuinely listening and reflecting diverse experiences in the work we do. Learn more about the history and significance of Juneteenth from the National Museum of African American History and Culture https://lnkd.in/ewYsmBsz. Let's all commit to being part of the change.
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Today, we honor Juneteenth, a pivotal day in American history when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, received news of their liberation in 1865, two and a half years after the declaration of the Emancipation Proclamation. Today is not just a commemoration of the past but a call to action for the present and future, and a time to reflect on the progress we've made and acknowledge the work that still needs to be done. I encourage you to take a moment to educate yourself about its significance, support Black-owned businesses, participate in local events, and engage in conversations about racial justice. Let us listen, learn, and take meaningful actions to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. I found the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture, linked below, to be informative, and if you have any other resources or creators you'd like to share, please add them to the comments below. Together, we can honor this day by building a future rooted in understanding, unity, and equality. Read more at https://lnkd.in/eNMwQqtJ
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Juneteenth is more than a holiday, it is the realization of a centuries long struggle to end slavery in the United States. Today, we celebrate freedom, resilience, and a commitment to uplifting Black voices. As we continue to strive for equity for all, we support and stand in community with the wide array of organizations who are building community, speaking out, and fighting to end oppressive systems born out of American chattel slavery. Education is key to truly reconciling our past, learn more about Juneteenth below: https://lnkd.in/gqvPZFF
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𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴: - 𝟭.) 𝗕𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁, experiencing slavery in Kentucky as a kid, but sent back to Pennsylvania because you taught yourself to read; - 𝟮.) 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗻𝘀𝘆𝗹𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 during the Civil War, but given no credit because the Militia Act in-place at the time did not allow Black people to fight; - 𝟯.) 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝘁 when learning they're forming a Colored Regiment, only to face racism there and being used by Connecticut as a quota count by writing on your enlistment papers that you're from Stonington; - 𝟰.) 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝘁 with your regiment at the end of the Civil War in 1865, only for Connecticut residents to vote to leave the word "White" in the state constitution as a requirement to vote; - 𝟱.) 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 of Connecticut's Old State House with your regiment, only for the state to erase that history; - 𝟲.) 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝟭𝟴𝟲𝟳, documenting your experiences, which is then used for decades by other authors and media producers to depict the experience of the Black soldier during the Civil War, but you are rarely given credit; - 𝟳.) 𝗗𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝟭𝟴𝟴𝟮, buried in a Colored Cemetery in Woodbury, NJ, only for that Cemetery to be paved over to make a parking lot in 1962; - 𝟴.) 𝗔 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 in New Haven, CT celebrating the Connecticut Regiment you served on, but your name is left off; 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝘄, I learn you were a political activist, involved in local government by becoming a delegate for Independent voters unhappy with the New Jersey state legislature. 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗿𝘆, 𝗜𝘀𝗮𝗮𝗰... 𝗜 𝘄𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱. Still walking... #Life
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Happy Juneteenth everyone! Today we celebrate, June 19, 1865, the day that Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas with the news that the more than 250,000 enslaved Black people in the state were free. Only declared a federal holiday three years ago - but none the less, I am grateful for the holiday to reflect, learn, and celebrate Black culture. Below I have linked to the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of African American History & Culture, if you want to learn a little bit- I particularly enjoyed the digital tool kit :) This got me thinking about what's my part. How can I be apart of celebrating the holiday, but also paying homage to the horrific actions of the past ? One of the ways that I work to break down barriers that continue to exist in preventing the socioeconomic ability to break generational cycles of poverty, as a result of racially fueled policy since the early days of this country is through improved and enhanced transportation. Breaking down barriers between communities through created and enhanced transportation systems, simply put, gets people where they need to go when they need to get there. That means access to school, employment, family -whatever you need it to be. Working to further conversations and implementation for / around transit initiatives, means we can provide enhanced access to economically stressed communities and cities - which we know POC tend to be among those usually the most impacted in these areas. So today, I hope that everyone can take a moment and think about what lies within your passions that help you to break barriers and create change? And if you aren't sure, join along and ALWAYS support transit initiatives 🙂 #juneteenth #breakingbarriers #strongcommunities #createchange #transportation #mobility #bethechange #economicdevelopment
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Today we recognize and celebrate the effective end to slavery in the United States! May we take this time to learn about the history and significance of #Juneteenth. Discover more by visiting: https://bit.ly/3fsMaRS
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