UAW Local 31

Members - Bruce Drew, Stephen Call II, Patricia Trevino

CIVIL & HUMAN RIGHTS
COMMITTEE
           

Civil and Human Rights Committee

Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States, and is celebrating it’s 145th  year.
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From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance of June 19th as the African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United States and beyond.                   
 

Today Juneteenth commemorates African American freedom and emphasizes education and achievement and always begins with “General Order No. #3” saying, “The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free.”  June 19 or   Juneteenth is now observed in 31 states.
 

President Obama stated in a White House Press Release dated June 19, 2009, “This moment also serves as a time for reflection and appreciation, and an opportunity for many people to trace their family’s lineage.  African Americans helped to build our nation brick by brick and have contributed to her growth in every way, even when rights and liberties were denied to them.”

www.Juneteenth.com/
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It is a time for assessment, self-improvement and for planning the future. Its growing popularity signifies a level of maturity and dignity in America long over due.
  

In cities across the country, people of all races, nationalities and religions are joining hands to truthfully acknowledge a period in our history that shaped and continues to influence our society today. Sensitized to the conditions and experiences of others, only then can we make significant and lasting improvements in our society. 

            Juneteenth.com

Juneteenth has always been surrounded by festivities to celebrate the emancipation.  On June 15th and 16th we will celebrate this with food and cultural displays.  More information will be provided in the Fairfax Report and will be posted on the North and South Doors prior to our celebration.
 

We would also like to thank all of you who participated and donated time and effort to make the Cinco de Mayo event so successful. 
As always, enjoy your family this Father’s Day.

Civil & Human Rights
Committee
Bruce Drew
Patricia Trevino
Steve Call

If you or a member of your team suffers the loss of a family member who is covered by bereavement, please contact the Union Hall at (913) 342-7330 so that our Officers and Chaplaincy Committee can be notified.
Thank You.