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Study Latin American and Latinx peoples through art and find answers to questions like 'How do we learn history from the arts and culture around us?' in our course "Envisioning New Futures: Latinx Cultural Production in the Twentieth and Twenty-First Centuries." Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q02sWn7l0

Catch our latest episode with Andrew Lear, founder of Oscar Wilde Tours and Shady Ladies Tours. Discover the secrets of art and history!

The arts are an unstoppable force. Learn more about how we’re strengthening cities through the power of the arts in our Annual Report. https://bloom.bg/3vMlbhM

🎉 Next month marks the 70th anniversary of the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision, a pivotal moment in the fight for civil rights and equality in education. While this decision aimed to dismantle the "separate but equal" doctrine, its legacy is complex and far-reaching. I recently had the pleasure of teaching my students about this intricate legacy during our February Black History Month culture and diversity lessons. The immediate backlash following the decision led to the unjust removal of educators of color from the education industry for decades, perpetuating systemic racism and inequality. This is most evident in the persistent lack of diversity within the education sector. Before Brown v Board of Education, there were thousands of highly qualified Black and Brown teachers in segregated schools across the nation. However, following the decision, many of these schools were shut down, and there was a nationwide mass firing of Black and Brown educators. Despite their equal or even superior qualifications, they were often not hired in the newly integrated schools. Some districts even refused to integrate and instead closed all their schools for a few years. As with many aspects of society, representation matters. The absence of educators of color likely discouraged students of color from pursuing education degrees, further exacerbating the lack of diversity in the profession. This vicious cycle has been perpetuated for 70 years. As we celebrate progress, it's crucial to acknowledge and confront the ongoing echoes of this racist backlash that still reverberate today. Let's honor this anniversary by learning and sharing the accurate history, while also reaffirming our commitment to creating inclusive and equitable educational environments for all. #BrownvBoard #CivilRights #InclusiveEducation #EducationForAll 📚✊🏾

Happy Juneteenth! To learn more about why the effective end of slavery in the United States came several years AFTER the Emancipation Proclamation, check out this article from the National Museum of African American History and Culture: https://lnkd.in/gfss6-ku

Excerpt from “Seventeen Ways” by Seibles Tim: Be here with them for a moment. Open your eyes. Try to remember what has been won, what it means after all the madness, to see the doors everywhere finally open. Check out our most recent VIA post to read more about the EOMR Memorial!

Are you familiar with the story of Quantrill's Raid on the city of Lawrence during the Civil War? If not, you should read Will Haynes' story "City of Sorrow."

Today is Juneteenth. Click here to learn more about the holiday, why it is celebrated, and its significance in American history: http://spr.ly/6042gEuFm

Virginia’s history is America’s story. 🇺🇸 What does that have to do with your client’s financial plan? This stamp reminds me of Nick Murray’s Client’s Corner essay from 2010, “How do you feel about money?” A U.S. postage stamp increases to 68 cents this month. How much was a stamp the year you were born? Do the math! 🧮 Ask your clients how do you feel about money? Owning great companies (stocks) net of inflation has returned 7% per year during our lives. Loaning money to the same companies (bonds) has returned 3% per year. Dividends have increased 5-6% per year. In the long run “money” is better defined in terms of purchasing power! 💵 Contact me for a sample essay, a stamp from the year you were born, and if you & your family are interested in hearing Patrick Henry give this speech at St. John's Church Foundation? My treat. #payitforward #inflation #equities #dividends 💪

Why is June 19 known as, “Juneteenth”? Learn more about Juneteenth and other holidays, including Emancipation Day and Decoration Day, in this short video with Dr. Ramon Jackson, the museum's Curator of African American Culture and History.