06/19/2026
Today we honor Juneteenth, a day of reflection, resilience, and remembrance. On this day in 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas were finally informed of their freedom. Juneteenth is not just a celebration of freedom, but a call to continue the work of justice, equity, and inclusion for all.
At YMCA Southcoast, we stand in solidarity with Black communities as we reflect on our shared history and reaffirm our commitment to building a future where equity is not just an ideal, but a lived reality.