After the Civil War ended, the enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, received word they were liberated by Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. This day was June 19th, 1865. Every year since 1866, Juneteenth has been celebrated as a commemoration of the end of slavery in the US. In observance of this significant holiday, our Kids In Distress (KID) and Family Central, Inc. offices will be closed. Let us honor this significant day by reflecting on our shared history and our commitment to continued growth and equality for all. 🔄 Feel free to share this post to help spread awareness. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #HistoryMatters #EqualityForAll #CelebrateJuneteenth
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As we celebrate the emancipation of Texas, learn more about Florida's emancipation. Here's the link to the mini-documentary I produced with the South Florida People of Color, "Before Juneteenth: Florida's Emancipations." https://lnkd.in/eq_tP-rE
Before Juneteenth: Florida's Emancipations
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I should have edited this video. It's long. There is an awkward pause. And another one. I'm not as good with my words here. That's okay. I'm talking about race. And that's uncomfortable. I grew up in Idaho. Everyone looked like me. I looked like everybody. We didn't talk about diversity or race. Because why would we? If we did, I don't recall any champions for justice. I had a LOT to learn. Like this: while we celebrate Juneteenth, the 13th amendment abolished slavery in 1862. By design, it took 2 ½ years for news to reach the last slaves in Galveston, Texas. On June 19th, 1865. Not even justice was justly delivered. The sacrifice and suffering originating from American slavery is a stain on our history. It has been replaced with systemic, structural racism that persists. Especially in real estate. We can make a difference here. The future is ours to advance a more just and equitable future. It’s one thing to reflect and learn. It’s another to act. It's the work of individuals and business leaders to insist on change, then make it. It's my work. Nest DC birdSEED Foundation Jennifer Green, CMCA, AMS Natasha Bonhomme Michael Bennett André Robert Lee Leslie Hartmann Case Marla M. Dean Grace Langham Veronica Vivas Pavan Khoobchandani Kirby Howell Benjamin Cyprien Eser Yildirim Grace Woolen Gabrielle “Gabby” Mulnick Majewski Paola Moya Aaron Warren Scott Case Alison Scimeca Mimi Concannon #juneteenth #racialequity #justice
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How and when will they collect and who determines the descendants?
Families of Slaves Who Built University Owed $74 Billion
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Is your church striving to connect more effectively with the community? An Outreach Avatar can be the key to greater engagement. Our new blog post delves into how you can create and utilize an Outreach Avatar to enhance your church's community connections. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/e_RnsNtN #effectivechurch #churchgrowth #pastors #church #communityengagement #churchleadership
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Is your church striving to connect more effectively with the community? An Outreach Avatar can be the key to greater engagement. Our new blog post delves into how you can create and utilize an Outreach Avatar to enhance your church's community connections. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/eJ35wgJb #effectivechurch #churchgrowth #pastors #church #communityengagement #churchleadership
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Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a day to honor and celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of Native Americans, as well as their resilience against genocide, forced removal from their homes, and systemic racism. Historically, this day has been called “Columbus Day”, but it is starting to be reclaimed as Indigenous Peoples’ Day by communities nationwide, including the City of Seattle in 2014 and the City of Tacoma in 2018. This reclamation dismantles the harmful anti-Indigenous myth that Christopher Columbus “discovered America,” which perpetuates colonialism and white supremacy. As we work toward our mission to build more vibrant and equitable communities, the Degrees of Change office is closed today so our staff can pause, reflect, and recognize the Indigenous lands we live on, and our Indigenous communities among us. RESOURCE: Visit the Native Land App to learn more about Indigenous peoples and lands https://native-land.ca/ #degreesofchange #indigenouspeoplesday #indigenouspeoplesday2023
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Healthy church growth is possible with dedication and the right strategies. 💪🏾 Imagine your church thriving, with a vibrant community and a clear vision. 🌟 You gotta believe its possible, then TAKE ACTION! #ChurchGrowth #CommunityEngagement #HealthyChurch #simplesystems #churchgrowth #pastors #ministry #kingdom #churchsystems #discipleship #evangelism
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🌟 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
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