A Juneteenth Message from Julius E. Rhodes
Hello Copeland Center Team:
On June 19, 2024 our nation will celebrate Juneteenth which became a national holiday in 2021. Juneteenth recognizes an event that took place on June 19, 1865 Union troops shared a message from President Abraham Lincoln about the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation nearly two and a half years earlier that freed enslaved African Americans.
Juneteenth is the combining of June and Nineteenth and is often celebrated by consuming foods red in color such as red velvet cake, strawberry soda and other such items which signify the resilience of the African Americans and unity.
On this day I ask that each of you take a moment to think about the issues of resilience and unity as the Copeland Center continues to move forward in a pivotal point in its journey. I would also ask that you take a moment to think about the significance of Juneteenth and identify a way you can celebrate this occasion. Please feel free to share your thoughts by responding to this email.
Be Safe, Well and Blessings Always,
Julius E. Rhodes
Copeland Center, Director of People and Culture
