City of Hartford Office of Equity and Opportunity

“On June 19, 1865, nearly two years after President Abraham Lincoln emancipated enslaved Africans in America, Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas with news of freedom. More than 250,000 African Americans embraced freedom by executive decree in what became known as Juneteenth or Freedom Day. With the principles of self-determination, citizenship, and democracy magnifying their hopes and dreams, those Texans held fast to the promise of true liberty for all.” - National Museum of African American History and Culture

This year, Mayor Arunan Arulampalam and City Council have made Juneteenth an official City of Hartford holiday.

City of Hartford offices are closed in observance of today’s Day of Reflection.

The City of Hartford’s 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration takes place this Sunday, June 16th in Bushnell Park. This year’s event will be even more dynamic with live music, regional vendors, and empowerment zones focused on education, housing, employment, and financial resources.
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Community, reflection, and connection are central to these celebrations across the state. Information for West Hartford, East Hartford, and Bloomfield’s events are also included below. 👇🏾👇🏻👇🏽

We hope you’ll participate in a few of these municipal hosted events to honor the legacy of Juneteenth.

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The City of Hartford’s 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration takes place on Sunday, June 16th in Bushnell Park. 🎉🥁🍿🎤🕺🏽

Community, reflection, and connection are central to Juneteenth celebrations across the region. We hope you’ll find your way to one or a few of these municipal events to honor the legacy of Juneteenth this month.

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Do you or your family need assistance finding work or navigating your career? The Navigation Hub Pilot Project is for you! Stop by Tuesdays and Thursdays for resources!

🎉 Want to talk about PRIDE?

❤️ Pride is solidarity and self respect.

🧡 Pride is an appreciation for your identity and your history.

💛 Pride is pulling up in all your energetic and aesthetic splendor.

💚 Pride is advocating for yourself and others.

💙 Pride is the confidence to be yourself even when it comes at a cost.

💜 Pride is committing yourself to making your city a more caring and inclusive place for your community.

As leaders on the City of Hartford Lgbtq+ Commission, Curtis, Gregory, Eleanor, Andre, and Crystal make our capital city PROUD by giving their full fabulous collaborative hearts in service to Hartford.

Please note, the Pride Flag 🏳️‍🌈outside of City Hall on will be on Monday at 11:00am!

The Soul of Service Interview Series is now available, watch the archive on Youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/

In addition to Women’s History Month, did you know that March is also Irish American Heritage Month? 🍀

It's time to raise a pint and celebrate St. Patrick's Day the Hartford way! Join us on Pratt Street this Saturday after the parade and enjoy food and drink specials from all of your favorite Pratt Street restaurants. Sláinte!

Get the full parade route info: https://www.irishamericanparade.com/

Join us between noon and 2:00pm each day this week for “The Soul of Service,” a City of Hartford Black History Month Interview Series.

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We are celebrating the contributions of Black leaders at the City of Hartford through virtual interviews. Learn about the dynamic people who are dedicating their careers to serving community.

The link will be the same for each session on YouTube...Click link below.

https://youtube.com/?si=l2T6zN_xmyYHciLo

Celebrating Black History Month at City of Hartford!!!

Tomorrow, join this group of distinguished government leaders to learn about their career journeys.

Excited to hear from our very own Ebony Jackson-Shaheed, Director of City of Hartford Department of Health and Human Services.

Register here:

http://bit.ly/49t1dHa

Wishing you a very Happy Epiphany Day!

May you have a warm and memorable time with your close ones during the celebration of Kwanzaa!

Inviting all to attend....

Join the City of Hartford’s Director of Equity & Opportunity and Human Relations Commissioner Santiago to hear their vantage point on Trinity College’s investments in our capital city. 💙💛

Please join us at the Fall Bicentennial Symposium on Tuesday, November 14th as four Trinity alumnae who are leaders in Hartford reflect on the College’s commitment to Hartford and how it has changed over time. We will be joined by Judy Dworin ‘70, Jacquelyn Santiago Nazario ‘00, Kae Taylor ‘15, Tiana Starks ‘21, and .

We look forward to the discussion on possibilities for mutually beneficial relationships between Trinity and Hartford in the next 200 years. This panel discussion will take place from 10:45 am -12:00 pm. Please register at this link https://trinity.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e2U4HjxgWQ28e9g and come to Trinity’s library to be directed to the location of the panel.

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Join Hartford Police CT and faith based partners for a community building and peace promoting event this evening. 💙

Did you know that in 2021, Hartford City Council approved a resolution acknowledging “Indigenous People’s Day?” The City of Hartford is closed in observance of this holiday.
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Come out and join the fun this Sunday!

Let's get ready to have some fun!!

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