This document discusses the history and meaning of Juneteenth. It notes that Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the US and marks an important symbolic date for racial equity. Key points made include: - Juneteenth represents the delayed freedom and justice for Black people in the US. - It has taken on renewed importance in light of recent racial justice events and the push to make it a federal holiday in 2021. - The colors of the Juneteenth and Pan-African flags symbolize important aspects of African and Black American identity and history. - Juneteenth celebrations allow recalling the end of slavery and celebrating Black culture and food traditions that developed during that time. - Events now include