racial justice

Minitex News articles tagged with "racial justice" (2):

A photo of red, green, and yellow shapes with the works "19 June, Juneteenth, Freedom Day"

Juneteenth: A celebration, and a call to action

Juneteenth became an official holiday in Minnesota this year, following overwhelming votes in both houses of the state legislature, and Governor Walz's signature. Events are planned across the state, including the University of Minnesota's celebration in North Minneapolis on Saturday, June 17, "The Art of Freedom." Minnesotans can learn more about Juneteenth through eLibrary Minnesota, or by visiting their local library.

UMN Press opens up collection "Reading for Racial Justice"

The University of Minnesota Press is committed to challenging white supremacy, police violence, and unequal access to criminal justice, education, and resources in Minnesota, the United States, and throughout the world. To promote understanding and action for change, this collection of antiracist books is available to all to read online for free through August 31, 2020.