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June Holidays:
LGBT Pride Month
If you’re a new ally to the LGBTQ+ community, welcome! June is Pride Month, and you’ll be seeing rainbows to signify this all month long. June was selected in honor of the Stonewall Riots, which took place on June 28, 1969. During this event, the NYC police raided Stonewall Inn, a gay club located in Greenwich Village. The police roughly hauled both employees and patrons from the bar, and the incident ended in violent protests and clashes in the streets for six days. It catalyzed the gay rights movement in the U.S.
Caribbean American Heritage Month
June is also Caribbean American Heritage Month which recognizes the history and culture of Caribbean Americans in the United States. During this time, Caribbean Americans or individuals with Caribbean American heritage will come together to celebrate their history through a variety of activities including traditional meals, festivals, concerts, dancing, parades, etc.
6/2 – Indian Citizenship Act of 1924
6/12 – Loving Day
6/12 – Puerto Rican Day Parade
6/19 – Juneteenth
6/27 – Helen Keller’s Birthday
Discover more with our June 2022 Diversity Calendar
