What is Juneteenth and why is it important? by Taylor Bennett | Jun 16, 2022 | Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity Juneteenth is the annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. While it has been celebrated in various parts of the country since 1865, it became an official federal holiday in 2021. For many individuals outside of the Black community, the knowledge might stop there. Questions remain,…
What can I do to become an ally for the Black Community? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Jun 19, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity Hello, I’m Alise Lindsey, Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional for Thriveworks Newport News location. Today, I am very happy to bring to you some ways that you can become an ally to the Black Community in our fight for social justice. In the wake of the death…