NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 16, 2023 / AlkermesOn Monday we commemorate Juneteenth – also known as Freedom Day – the anniversary of the freeing of the last enslaved Black Americans, which took place on June 19th, 1865, more than two years …
NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / June 16, 2023 / Alkermes
On Monday we commemorate Juneteenth – also known as Freedom Day – the anniversary of the freeing of the last enslaved Black Americans, which took place on June 19th, 1865, more than two years after
President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. It is also a day to reflect on the impact – both short and long term– of slavery, systemic racism and discrimination on our communities and
how we can be part of a more equitable future.
Alkermes‘ U.S. offices will be closed on Juneteenth (Monday June 19th) and we are encouraging our employees to take time out to learn about, reflect on and celebrate the
critical contributions of Black Americans to our country.