Juneteenth

Roy Wood Jr. discusses Black independence, focusing on the historical and contemporary challenges faced by Black communities.
/ June 18, 2023
Steve H. Broadnax pays homage to the resilience and cultural heritage of the Black community for Juneteenth.
/ June 17, 2023
The African American Museum in Charleston is a breathtaking monument dedicated to preserving the rich and diverse history of...
/ June 17, 2023
end mass incarceration, theGrio.com
Mass incarceration, like slavery, has led to family separation, denial of education and deprivation of basic human and civil rights.
/ June 17, 2023
banning Black literature, theGrio.com
OPINION: Black literature serves as a testament to the resilience and triumphs of a people who have endured the harshest…
/ June 16, 2023
how organizations can celebrate Juneteenth, theGrio.com
Organizations should use the opportunity to celebrate Juneteenth by taking authentic action to create a real impact.
/ June 15, 2023
How to celebrate Juneteenth, Juneteenth 2023, Black Liberation Day, Emancipation Day, Black Independence Day, Jubilee Day, theGrio.com
Juneteenth has long been celebrated, but now, even more have the chance to enjoy the day. 
/ June 14, 2023
how organizations can celebrate Juneteenth, theGrio.com
Nevada joins a growing number of states that honor when the last enslaved people in the U.S. learned they were…
/ June 11, 2023
Juneteenth Greenville
The founders of Juneteenth Greenville are addressing concerns about their featuring of Hispanic and white people in promotions.
/ May 26, 2023
International African American Museum, IAAM, Black History, thegrio.com
Opening in tandem with the observance of Juneteenth, Charleston's new International African American Museum has been 20 years in the…
/ March 5, 2023
Southwest airlines, canceled flights, Pete Buttigieg, investigation theGrio.com
After canceling over 50% of its flights during the holiday weekend, Southwest became this week’s hot topic.
/ December 30, 2022
African-American employees at three hospitals in Poughkeepsie, New York, are calling for Juneteenth to be recognized as a holiday. 
/ December 5, 2022