{"id":3863,"date":"2023-06-07T14:29:42","date_gmt":"2023-06-07T18:29:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/?p=3863"},"modified":"2024-04-25T16:53:20","modified_gmt":"2024-04-25T20:53:20","slug":"juneteenth-programming-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/juneteenth-programming-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Juneteenth Programming Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<button id=\"listenButton1\" class=\"responsivevoice-button\" type=\"button\" value=\"Play\" title=\"ResponsiveVoice Tap to Start\/Stop Speech\"><span>&#128266; Listen to this article<\/span><\/button>\n        <script>\n            listenButton1.onclick = function(){\n                if(responsiveVoice.isPlaying()){\n                    responsiveVoice.cancel();\n                }else{\n                    responsiveVoice.speak(\"Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Celebrated each year on June 19th (although the designated public holiday may be celebrated a day earlier or later), its date signifies June 19, 1865, when the Union Army entered Galveston, Texas, and informed the enslaved people there that slavery had been abolished.\u00a0 In 2021, Juneteenth became a federally recognized holiday. Historically, it has been celebrated on the third Saturday of June -- a date which always falls in the teens -- and hence the name, Juneteenth. Juneteenth began as a grass-roots celebration and quickly spread throughout the country as a day to honor, commemorate, and acknowledge the people, stories, and persistent effects of slavery in the United States. Present-day celebrations seek to illuminate the perseverance, progression, and resilience of Black communities and ongoing efforts toward racial equity and justice. Juneteenth is a day to celebrate Black American culture.\u00a0 Why should your organization pause to honor Juneteenth? Because recognizing and celebrating employees\u2019 racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds can be crucial to building psychological safety and enhancing employee engagement. Celebrating Juneteenth in the workplace is an excellent way to achieve both of those goals and it can help encourage cultural curiosity and historical awareness throughout your organization. Open dialogues about social inequities help develop productive and inclusive professional spaces and communities.\u00a0In fact, when companies downplay demographic differences, they actually increase underrepresented employees\u2019 perception of bias from White colleagues. This is, in part, because it\u2019s true. \u201cThe cognitive load of attempting to appear colorblind when we all, of course, do notice difference can ironically result in more biased behaviors from white employees, or lead them to avoid the intergroup collaborations that can spark innovation and enrich their work,\u201d reports Harvard Business Review. The overall effect is diminished engagement, collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving at work, which often lead to higher attrition and an adverse company culture. In the spirit of inclusion, everyone in your organization should be encouraged to participate in Juneteenth programming. In other words, it shouldn\u2019t be the sole responsibility of your Black employees to organize their own recognition. Instead, you\u2019ll find that it\u2019s more meaningful and fun to have employees of every background participating in and learning about Juneteenth. In that same vein, it would be wise to avoid the assumption that a member of your professional community wants to be involved simply because of their ethnic background.\u00a0 The guide below will provide you with ideas for meaningful Juneteenth programming. Communicate First, make sure that your Juneteenth programming is supplementary to your existing DEI efforts. If you are not already prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at your organization, Juneteenth programs may appear hollow or performative. Recognize Juneteenth on your organization\u2019s social media and in your internal and external newsletters. This may look like sharing news about your organization\u2019s Black or African American ERG (employee resource group) or releasing a statement about your commitment to equity. You might also highlight your supplier diversity, partnerships with Black-owned organizations, and employees who are making a difference in multicultural communities.\u00a0 Also, we recommend creating special internal content and programming to share educational resources, events, and virtual experiences that help to educate your internal and external communities about the holiday. Communicate to your employee base that you encourage their attendance, participation, and curiosity. If Juneteenth falls on a workday, demonstrate your commitment to celebrating Juneteenth by allowing employees to take paid time off or consider making the day a companywide day of service. While our society has systemic issues to address, remember that Juneteenth is about celebration and empowerment. Push for positive change by illuminating historical contributions, changemakers, and inspiring stories. Educate Learn more about the history of Juneteenth through articles from PBS, New York Times, and the National Museum of African American History and Culture, or take a virtual tour of the Smithsonian Museum\u2019s Slavery and Freedom exhibition. Consider engaging an external speaker, or organizing a panel of experts to speak to employees about civil rights and other critical topics surrounding the Black American experience.\u00a0 In addition to promoting Juneteenth events being offered within your local community, use experiential apps like TDM Connect to engage your team to learn in an ongoing and self-paced way. Be sure to consult curated lists of books, movies, podcasts and resources that may be helpful in challenging yourself to broaden your own perspective on Black history and experiences.\u00a0\u00a0 Find recommended books here, via The Cut. Find recommended movies here, via Forbes. Find recommended podcasts here, via Bustle. Find recommended books for children here, via Colors of Us. Serve\/Donate Juneteenth should be more than just an annual blurb on your organization\u2019s social media accounts. Instead, look for ways to connect with your local community and engage in corporate social responsibility to make a positive difference. Consider making a donation to a worthy organization, and\/or volunteering with local nonprofits and charities to address ongoing needs in nearby communities of color. This list from NY Magazine offers 168 ways to donate in support of Black lives and communities of color.\u00a0 Invest Provide ongoing support to underrepresented communities all year long by committing to increase your supplier diversity. The Small Business Association\u2019s Minority-Owned Business Directory is a great place to start, or you may consider hiring a dedicated DEI partner to help you develop a robust supplier diversity strategy. By intentionally directing your purchasing power in this way, you help to strengthen local Black economies, which in turn helps to shrink the racial wealth gap and foster job creation for people and communities of color. Additionally, seek out ways to support community restoration and policy reform. Lending your support as an organization shows your commitment beyond checking a box. Often, you will see that your actions in the community will inspire increased engagement and a sense of belonging in the workplace. Explore Volunteer Match for vetted lists of local organizations that can help you make a sustained community impact. Collaborate Perhaps the best way to honor Juneteenth is by strengthening your allyship. Learn more about active inclusion, and work to build a truly inclusive workplace by seeking out and listening to the vast perspectives of all the people you are trying to include. In other words, reach out to Black leaders who are moving the needle in your organization and ask for their input on how they would like to be recognized, both on Juneteenth and beyond.\u00a0 Use your privilege to benefit others, and keep in mind that intersectionality (the idea that every human has multiple, overlapping identities) is an integral part of understanding DEI. No community is a monolith, and a vast range of identities and experiences exists within the Black community.\u00a0 In Sum Organizations that invest the time in celebrating diverse, multicultural holidays in ways that are thoughtful and intentional also send a clear message to their employees, clients, and customers that they care about diversity, equity, and inclusion. The relationships built and actions taken in observance of Juneteenth can create long-lasting benefits beyond the month of June. At all turns, seek to promote inclusion and belonging while counteracting both conscious and unconscious bias. Leverage Juneteenth to build understanding and awareness about Black history, accomplishments, and culture, and focus on your organization\u2019s sustainable impact. Juneteenth commemorates a pivotal and momentous moment in American history and should become an integral part of your annual organization-wide programming.\u00a0\", \"US English Male\");\n                }\n            };\n        <\/script>\n    \n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Celebrated each year on June 19th (although the designated public holiday may be celebrated a day earlier or later), its date signifies <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/juneteenth.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">June 19, 1865<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, when the Union Army entered Galveston, Texas, and informed the enslaved people there that slavery had been abolished.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2021, Juneteenth became a federally recognized holiday. Historically, it has been celebrated on the third Saturday of June &#8212; a date which always falls in the teens &#8212; and hence the name, Juneteenth. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juneteenth began as a grass-roots celebration and quickly spread throughout the country as a day to honor, commemorate, and acknowledge the people, stories, and persistent effects of slavery in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the United States<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Present-day celebrations seek to illuminate the perseverance, progression, and resilience of Black communities and ongoing efforts toward racial equity and justice. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juneteenth is a day to celebrate Black American culture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Why should your organization pause to honor Juneteenth?<\/strong> Because recognizing and celebrating employees\u2019 racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds can be crucial to building <a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/safe-spaces-bold-ideas-nurturing-psychological-safety-teams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">psychological safety<\/a> and enhancing employee engagement. Celebrating Juneteenth in the workplace is an excellent way to achieve both of those goals and it can help encourage cultural curiosity and historical awareness throughout your organization. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open dialogues about social inequities help develop productive and inclusive professional spaces and communities.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, when companies downplay demographic differences, they actually increase underrepresented employees\u2019 perception of bias from White colleagues. This is, in part, because it\u2019s true. \u201cT<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">he cognitive load of attempting to appear colorblind when we all, of course, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">do<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> notice difference can ironically result in more biased behaviors from white employees, or lead them to avoid the intergroup collaborations that can spark innovation and enrich their work,\u201d reports <a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2017\/09\/colorblind-diversity-efforts-dont-work\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Harvard Business Review<\/em><\/a>. The overall effect is diminished <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">engagement, collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving at work, which often lead to higher attrition and an adverse company culture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the spirit of inclusion, everyone in your organization should be encouraged to participate in Juneteenth programming. In other words, it shouldn\u2019t be the sole responsibility of your Black employees to organize their own recognition. Instead, you\u2019ll find that it\u2019s more meaningful and fun to have employees of every background participating in and learning about Juneteenth. In that same vein, it would be wise to avoid the assumption that a member of your professional community wants to be involved simply because of their ethnic background.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The guide below will provide you with ideas for meaningful Juneteenth programming.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Communicate<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, make sure that your Juneteenth programming is <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supplementary<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to your existing DEI efforts. If you are not already prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at your organization, Juneteenth programs may appear hollow or performative. Recognize Juneteenth on your organization\u2019s social media and in your internal and external newsletters. This may look like sharing news about your organization\u2019s Black or African American ERG (employee resource group) or releasing a statement about your commitment to equity. You might also highlight your supplier diversity, partnerships with Black-owned organizations, and employees who are making a difference in multicultural communities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, we recommend creating special internal content and programming to share <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.galvestonhistory.org\/news\/juneteenth-and-general-order-no-3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">educational resources<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.juneteenthny.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">events<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stepafrika.org\/events\/step-afrika-juneteenth-virtual-celebration-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">virtual experiences<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that help to educate your internal and external communities about the holiday. Communicate to your employee base that you encourage their attendance, participation, and curiosity. If Juneteenth falls on a workday, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">demonstrate your commitment to celebrating Juneteenth by allowing employees to take paid time off or consider making the day a companywide day of service.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While our society has systemic issues to address, remember that Juneteenth is about celebration and empowerment. Push for positive change by illuminating historical contributions, changemakers, and inspiring stories.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Educate<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more about the history of Juneteenth through articles from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pbs.org\/wnet\/african-americans-many-rivers-to-cross\/history\/what-is-juneteenth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PBS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/article\/juneteenth-celebration-history.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York Times<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nmaahc.si.edu\/blog-post\/historical-legacy-juneteenth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Museum of African American History and Culture<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or take a virtual tour of the Smithsonian Museum\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nmaahc.si.edu\/blog-post\/celebrating-juneteenth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slavery and Freedom exhibition<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Consider engaging an external speaker, or organizing a panel of experts to speak to employees about civil rights and other critical topics surrounding the Black American experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to promoting Juneteenth events being offered within your local community, use experiential apps like<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/tdm-connect\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TDM Connect<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to engage your team to learn in an ongoing and self-paced way. Be sure to consult curated lists of books, movies, podcasts and resources that may be helpful in challenging yourself to broaden your own perspective on Black history and experiences.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecut.com\/2020\/05\/13-books-you-should-read-about-black-lives.html#_ga=2.35823207.611393227.1621972365-143372180.1621972365\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recommended books here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, via The Cut.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/entertainment\/article\/best-black-movies\/?sh=e6d98152505f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recommended movies here<\/a>, via Forbes.<\/li>\n<li>Find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bustle.com\/life\/podcasts-about-juneteenth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recommended podcasts here<\/a>, via Bustle.<\/li>\n<li>Find <a href=\"https:\/\/coloursofus.com\/10-childrens-books-celebrating-juneteenth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recommended books for children<\/a> here, via Colors of Us.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Serve\/Donate<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juneteenth should be more than just an annual blurb on your organization\u2019s social media accounts. Instead, look for ways to connect with your local community and engage in corporate social responsibility to make a positive difference. Consider making a donation to a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nymag.com\/strategist\/article\/where-to-donate-for-black-lives-matter.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">worthy organization<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and\/or volunteering with local nonprofits and charities to address ongoing needs in nearby communities of color. This list from <em>NY Magazine<\/em> offers <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nymag.com\/strategist\/article\/where-to-donate-for-black-lives-matter.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">168 ways to donate in support of Black lives and communities of color<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Invest<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide ongoing support to underrepresented communities all year long by committing to increase your supplier diversity. The Small Business Association\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sba8a.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minority-Owned Business Directory<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a great place to start, or you may consider hiring a dedicated <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/contact\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DEI partner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you develop a robust supplier diversity strategy. By intentionally directing your purchasing power in this way, you help to strengthen local Black economies, which in turn helps to shrink the racial wealth gap and foster job creation for people and communities of color.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, seek out ways to support community restoration and policy reform. Lending your support as an organization shows your commitment beyond checking a box. Often, you will see that your actions in the community will inspire increased engagement and a sense of belonging in the workplace. Explore<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteermatch.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Volunteer Match<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for vetted lists of local organizations that can help you make a sustained community impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Collaborate<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps the best way to honor Juneteenth is by strengthening your allyship. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/guest-blog-active-inclusion-starts-with-you\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more about active inclusion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and work to build a truly inclusive workplace by seeking out and listening to the vast perspectives of all the people you are trying to include. In other words, reach out to Black leaders who are moving the needle in your organization and ask for their input on how they would like to be recognized, both on Juneteenth and beyond.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/privilege-is-not-a-dirty-word\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use your privilege<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to benefit others, and keep in mind that intersectionality (the idea that every human has multiple, overlapping identities) is an integral part of understanding DEI. No community is a monolith, and a vast range of identities and experiences exists within the Black community.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>In Sum<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organizations that invest the time in celebrating diverse, multicultural holidays in ways that are thoughtful and intentional also send a clear message to their employees, clients, and customers that they care about diversity, equity, and inclusion. The relationships built and actions taken in observance of Juneteenth can create long-lasting benefits beyond the month of June.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At all turns, seek to promote inclusion and belonging while counteracting both conscious and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/unconscious-bias-the-secret-disrupter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unconscious bias<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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