"Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom and Unity Across America"

Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the United States, has become more universally recognized beyond Black America since it was designated a federal holiday in 2021. Celebrations can range from cookouts and barbecues to community service and education panels. Red foods symbolize the bloodshed and sacrifice of enslaved ancestors, and it's typical to wish people a "Happy Juneteenth" or "Happy Teenth." Non-Black people are encouraged to educate themselves on Black history and attend events to celebrate the occasion.