Juneteenth National Independence Day was recently signed by @POTUS establishing June 19th as a federal holiday. To those recognizing #Juneteenth and remembering their ancestors’ joy of freedom, we LASD HQ wish you a happy celebration.
LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva: Today I joined Los Angeles City Councilman Joe Buscaino in giving the Key to Watts to Watts Stix during our first celebration of #juneteenth
The work Watts Stix have done, has been phenomenal which has impacted nearly 15,000 youth in the Watts community.
The work that has been put in ranges from financial literacy management classes, the teaming up with LA Clippers for the renovation of multiple outdoor courts and a gym, the delivery of meals to residents, provide free health fairs and provide free dental check ups.
A community mindset of helping.
Watts Stix is the epitome of what community stands for. I whole heartedly believe Watts Stix deserves the keys to Watts, thank you Councilman Joe Buscaino
Thank you Sharis Rhodes and XZIBIT for the invite
for the invite.
#lasd #thinkwatts #watts
The work Watts Stix have done, has been phenomenal which has impacted nearly 15,000 youth in the Watts community.
The work that has been put in ranges from financial literacy management classes, the teaming up with LA Clippers for the renovation of multiple outdoor courts and a gym, the delivery of meals to residents, provide free health fairs and provide free dental check ups.
A community mindset of helping.
Watts Stix is the epitome of what community stands for. I whole heartedly believe Watts Stix deserves the keys to Watts, thank you Councilman Joe Buscaino
Thank you Sharis Rhodes and XZIBIT for the invite
for the invite.
#lasd #thinkwatts #watts
Juneteenth, observed on June 19th, symbolizes the moment in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, to read the “Emancipation Proclamation” and inform enslaved African Americans that the #CivilWar had ended and they had been freed. This day stands as a powerful reminder of the enduring resilience, courage, and contributions of African Americans throughout our nation’s history.
As we commemorate #Juneteenth, The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department honors the profound historical significance of this day and urges us to come together to celebrate freedom and continue working towards a future where justice and equality are realities for all.
Sheriff Robert Luna
As we commemorate #Juneteenth, The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department honors the profound historical significance of this day and urges us to come together to celebrate freedom and continue working towards a future where justice and equality are realities for all.
Sheriff Robert Luna
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