Today, we honor Juneteenth, a celebration of freedom, resilience, liberation, and the enduring strength of Black communities.

On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, finally learned they were free. Juneteenth reminds us that freedom delayed is not freedom denied and that the pursuit of justice continues across generations. As we celebrate this day, we also take a moment to remember Minister Paul Scott, a beloved Durham educator, minister, activist, and advocate whose work uplifted Black history, literacy, and community empowerment. His legacy serves as a reminder that freedom is not only remembered, it is protected, taught, and carried forward by those who dedicate their lives to serving others. Today, we celebrate. Today, we remember. Today, we recommit ourselves to building a future where Black families and communities can thrive. Happy Juneteenth. ❤️🖤💚 #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #BlackLiberation #BlackHistory #CommunityEmpowerment #DurhamNC #RestInPower #MinisterPaulScott #EquityBeforeBirth