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#Juneteenth is an important holiday that commemorates the freedom of enslaved people in the US country. #FreedomToLearn
This year, Juneteenth arrives at a time when the knowledge of our ancestors and Black studies is under attack across the nation. #FreedomToLearn
As we celebrate our ancestors quest to liberation, we must also continue the fight by defending our #FreedomToLearn. Visit freedomtolearn.net for more info.
As we commemorate Juneteenth this weekend, here are five facts to help ground our celebrations. #FreedomToLearn Image
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The conversation has begun! Tune in and follow along here as we share some highlights and quotes. #TruthBeTold #TheNeutralGround
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The first Critical Race Theory Summer School began July 8, 1989. We are so thankful for the foundational work of these scholars!

Application for open for AAPF's 2021 CRT Summer School: aapf.org/crtsummerschool
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1. Announcing AAPF’s 2021 Critical Race Theory Summer School!

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