Wednesday, June 26, 2024
On June 17, 2021, President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law establishing Juneteenth as a federal holiday to be honored each year on June 19.
On Juneteenth, many will commemorate and honor the generations of activists who have advanced the need for the nation to recognize Juneteenth.
To date, Juneteenth has made a phenomenal growth rate within communities and organizations throughout the country. According to Juneteenth.com, “In recent years, a number of local and national Juneteenth organizations have arisen to take their place alongside older organizations, all with the mission to promote and cultivate knowledge and appreciation of African American history and culture.”
The federal holiday celebrates African American freedom and achievement, while encouraging continuous self-development and respect for all cultures. It takes on a national, symbolic, and global perspective of the events that took place in the United States.
There are various ways to celebrate Juneteenth, such as an outdoor cookout with traditional foods or even in the modern-day workplace. One of the easiest ways to stay local with honoring Juneteenth is to support black-owned businesses and organizations.
Juneteenth is a story of pride, resilience, and determination that will always be of historical importance as it serves us well to understand the past and overcome the obstacles in our path through generations to come.
For more information regarding Juneteenth, visit Juneteenth.com.
