Freedom was never simply given.
It was fought for.

And the work continues.

On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, enslaved Black people in Texas were finally told they were free.

That moment matters.
But Juneteenth is more than a date on the calendar. It is a reminder that freedom requires truth, education, identity, ownership, family strength, and continued action.
That is why Urban Intellectuals is hosting Juneteenth and The Work For Freedom, a free online event created to help families go beyond surface-level celebration and into deeper understanding.

This live experience will explore:

Black History and Historical Truth
Understand the stories, systems, and truths that shaped the Black experience before, during, and after enslavement.

Identity and Cultural Confidence
Reconnect with history in a way that builds pride, confidence, and clarity for the next generation.

Family Education and Empowerment
Learn how to bring powerful Black history conversations into your home, your family, and your community.

Economic and Legacy Building
Explore why freedom must include ownership, preparation, and generational vision.

The Unfinished Work of Freedom
Look honestly at what freedom requires today and how we continue the work with purpose.

Event Details

Event: Juneteenth and The Work For Freedom
Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
Time: 12 PM to 3 PM EST
Location: Online via Zoom
Hosted by: Freddie Taylor, CEO and Founder of Urban Intellectuals
Featured Teacher: Dr. John Aden

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