Juneteenth is a special holiday, a newer holiday for most Americans, but an important one for all of us to observe. It commemorates the start of actual emancipation for Black Americans, with federal troops arriving in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1865, to announce that the Civil War was over … Read More
We fought and won big! By an overwhelming majority of 98%, LA County members approved our historic six-month TA agreement. “This landmark contract is a game changer for SEIU 721 members in LA County” said SEIU 721 President David Green. “Together we fought for and won historic gains, including the largest bonuses … Read More
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Have you heard? We, the members of our union, secured a solid, six-month Tentative Agreement (TA)! Union MEMBERS won this victory, by taking ACTION and bargaining tough with LA County. Now, we’re gearing up to ratify our new contract. In the meantime, our Rolling Rallies and August 10th Day of Action … Read More
Juneteenth Block Party Saturday, June 15 2019 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm Exposition Park – SOUTH LAWN Join us for the Juneteenth Block Party on June 15th, 2019 at Exposition Park, from 2pm to 8pm. PRESENTED BY The SEIU Local 721, the African American Caucus and the Office of Assemblyman … Read More
SEIU Local 721, African American Caucus and the Office of Assemblymember Reggie Jones-Sawyer, Sr. are proud to present this year’s Juneteeth Block Party on Saturday, June 15th from 2pm to 8pm at Exposition Park. Join us at this free community event for an African Market Place, fun family activities, a … Read More
By popular demand, here is the highlight reel from SEIU 721’s Juneteenth Celebration 2018! The African-American Caucus presented this year’s Juneteenth celebration titled, The Blackout Experience: Illuminating Black Excellence. The event celebrated contributions black people have made to society; highlighting everything from street lights and blood banks to gifs and … Read More
Juneteenth, From Broken Chains to a New Reign
“It’s time to revitalize and it’s time to re-liberate. It’s time to vote, it’s time to register,” said Reverend William Smart during the Prayer section of the SEIU 721 Juneteenth program at the California African American Museum.
Please join Assemblymember Reggie Jones-Sawyer and SEIU Local 721’s African American Caucus as we celebrate Juneteenth on Saturday, June 17, 2017. This year we are raising the bar and inviting members to attend a formal evening of live music, delicious Southern cuisine, African dancers, exclusive door prizes and much more. We are encouraging everyone to dress in their best formal African attire keeping in step with our theme of “From Broken Chains to a New Reign.”
“Our Lives Matter” is the theme of our celebration as we celebrate the rich heritage of Juneteenth which is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States.