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AnitaB.org is out of office today in observance of Juneteenth. This day commemorates the 158th anniversary of the arrival of Union soldiers in Galveston, Texas, to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation, years after it was originally issued. Take a moment to learn more about the significance of Juneteenth and its legacy by reading this insightful article from Anti-Racism Daily: https://lnkd.in/g29GAxdC

🌟 Community Solutions, Inc. celebrates Juneteenth! 🌟 On June 19, 1865, Union troops announced in Galveston, Texas, that all enslaved African Americans were free. This day, known as Juneteenth, marks a pivotal moment in history—emancipation from slavery in the U.S.  Our CEO Fernando Muñiz reflects, “Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. It is a celebration of freedom and a reminder that the moral arc of the universe bends toward justice. This Juneteenth, we recommit ourselves to the work of equity and justice.” As an organization working in the criminal and juvenile justice systems, Community Solutions, Inc. is dedicated to ensuring that justice is not delayed for the people we serve. Our mission is to ensure that when individuals gain physical freedom, they also experience every other measure of freedom. Only then will we have achieved our true goal as a nonprofit organization committed to serving historically marginalized populations.    Let’s honor this day by continuing to strive for a more just and equitable society. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #EquityAndJustice #CelebrateFreedom 

"Dr. King helped organize the Poor People’s Campaign when he realized that civil rights gains alone would not improve the lives of people of color and poor people. To truly honor his monumental legacy, it is not enough to utter platitudes one day a year in January about a society where everyone is treated equally – because in some ways we are as far from that “promised land” that Dr. King envisioned as we were when he was murdered." - Lenwood V Long Sr, President, CEO, and Co-Founder of the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs and retired US Army Vietnam Combat Veteran Read the Article by Lenwood V Long Sr: https://lnkd.in/gsm9vYMU Thank you Mr. Lenwood V Long Sr for this thoughtful and insightful article to serve as a call for action to change our existing legacy systems. We'd love to have a conversation with you! Many legacy systems and processes have not been modernized to be more financially inclusive. Americans through these legacy system have racked up ~$1 Trillion in Credit Card debt and Small Businesses pay ~$170 Billion in Swipe and Junk Fees. Digital can be a force for good when there is mission alignment. At Moneda, we've made it our mission to create economic opportunities by solving these problems through our innovative platform and giving some of the proceeds to Ending Veteran Homelessness. #linkedin #mlk #economy #finance #innovation #veterans #military #smallbusiness

Today is #Juneteenth (Freedom Day) and at @authoracare, we recognize its impact as the start of creating lasting change. The Emancipation Proclamation, which was issued on Jan. 1, 1863, didn’t go into effect until more than 2 ½ years later, on June 19, 1865. That’s when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to free all enslaved people. Juneteenth blends the words “June” and “nineteenth” and has been celebrated since 1866. Celebrations can include church-centered community gatherings to highlight African-American freedom and arts. President Joe Biden signed legislation in 2021 establishing Juneteenth as a U.S. federal holiday. Let’s continue to educate ourselves about the deeply embedded, systemic racism so we can be part of the solution. #CEOAction #yourstory #ourexpertcare

Sharing some data points about wealth disparity, and precedent for organizing and policy proposals that drive economic transformation. Forthcoming research from the Institute on Race, Power and Political Economy further highlights the realities of wealth disparity in U.S. cities like Chicago, Boston and elsewhere. For now, check out this Nonprofit Quarterly / M4BL webinar clip where I break down some facts and figures. #economicjustice #economicpolicy #wealthgap #wealthdisparity #publicpolicy

See my thoughts on the state of American patriotism on WalletHub: https://lnkd.in/eR32rSxY

What do people NOT know about #Juneteenth? President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation was signed on Jan 1, 1863 as a military strategy. The Proclamation proclaimed it legal for Black men to serve in the federal military, making all the difference in the Civil War. Black men had organized and trained themselves to fight from the very start, but they were turned away until the Union was desperate enough to enlist them and to free the slaves in rebel states. Black women also played a critical role as volunteers, scouts, and spies. The 29th Colored Infantry Regiment defeated General Robert E. Lee at Appomattox in April 1865 and ended the Confederacy. But we never learn about the 29th Colored Regiment, nor do we talk about Black contributions to winning the Civil War and saving the Union. After much resistance, two and a half years after Lincoln's Proclamation, Union soldiers finally arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the end of slavery on June 19, 1865. Slavery was abolished, officially, via the ratification of the 13th Amendment in December 1865. Juneteenth represents not only the belated freedom for enslaved people in Texas but also symbolizes the broader struggle for emancipation and equality for all African Americans. It serves as a reminder that the deep-rooted injustices of slavery and the lingering legacy of #systemicracism and oppression still exist. Juneteenth is also symbolic of resiliency, perseverance, strength, triumph, and belief in the human spirit. Across the nation, African American communities honor their ancestors' unique fight for freedom, ❤️celebrate their rich cultural heritage and achievements, while enabling all Americans to reflect on this shared history and the path toward racial justice and equality❤️ Juneteenth became the nation's 12th legal federal holiday in 2021. Thank you Kimberly Sanders and Stantec's BLK ERG for sharing resources and insight to help us better understand and celebrate this important event. #BetterTogether

Juneteenth is tomorrow, and Summer solstice is near! Check out The Red Brick Road Consulting and Coaching's new LinkedIn page along with our latest newsletter that includes resources and articles to understand Juneteenth's history, significance, and modern celebrations. #Juneteenth #redbrickroad #jointhejourney #diversityconsulting #DEIconsulting #deistrategy #leadershipcoaching