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JUNETEENTH
Juneteenth is a celebration that commemorates the June 19, 1865, emancipation of enslaved Africans. Juneteenth is observed annually on June 19.
In 2021, President Joe Biden recognized Juneteenth as a federal holiday when he signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act.
Rhode Island has been observing Juneteenth since 2012, but it did not become an official Rhode Island state holiday until 2024
Juneteenth is the oldest holiday recognizing the end of slavery in the United States!
MISSION
Our mission is to collectively celebrate African American liberations, accomplishments and contributions through education, effective communication, inner strength and endurance through observance of Juneteenth.
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