June 19th — also known as Juneteenth — marks the day slavery ended in the Confederacy of Texas in 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Here's what happened next.
TINY TIDBITS 1. Book Recommendation: I Must. I Must is a teaching tool for those ready to take the next step in their faith. With a focus that draws from the story of the nameless prophet in I Kings 13 and an assortment of refining life lessons, this study will give the believer the ears to hear, the eyes to see, and the heart to execute God's plan for his or her life. 2. Video: Learn the History of Juneteenth in 2 Minutes With This Video 3. Podcast: Brené with Laverne Cox on Transgender Representation, Advocacy + the Power of Love 4. Article: How companies and individuals can use Juneteenth to practice active allyship. Two Black female leaders whose careers have focused on helping build more diverse, equitable and inclusive organizations explain how to commemorate Juneteenth and encourage equality and inclusivity. 5. Article: Here’s a running list of all the companies observing Juneteenth this year 1 QUOTE: “This year’s Juneteenth should be a time of deep thought, reflection, and planning for the future!" 1 QUESTION: What structures still exist today that perpetuate racial injustice? Events and Opportunities Are you wondering if your organization is doing enough to be diverse and inclusive? Have you received negative feedback regarding your workplace culture? Do you want to make cultural changes but have no idea about HOW or WHO to ask? The JOYFull BadAss Academy™ provides strategy and solutions for small-mid size business owners who want to ensure their culture is the best it can be but don’t have the budget for a D&I team. Try out our training by enrolling in these FREE, 5 Day text-based, microlearning courses! Upcoming Events:
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