Harrisburg, Pa. – Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today kicked off the Young Professionals of Color- Greater Harrisburg’s Juneteenth celebrations as the Honorary Chair at a joint press conference with local leaders to recognize the importance of the holiday and reflect on the nation’s history.
“It’s a privilege to be the Honorary Chair for this year’s Juneteenth Jubilee celebration,” Auditor General DeFoor said. “As the first person of color elected to a statewide office in Pennsylvania, it’s important that I recognize and commemorate those who came before me and fought for the freedoms we have today. Juneteenth highlights culture, community, and economic advancement, and I am so excited to be part of the celebrations this year.”
Auditor General DeFoor was selected as the Honorary Juneteenth HBG Chair by the Young Professionals of Color- Greater Harrisburg core team. This year, YPOC-HBG is celebrating Juneteenth through a week of events; Auditor General DeFoor will attend the following:
- Monday, June 17, 2024: Young Professionals of Color- Greater Harrisburg and PA Legislative Black Caucus’ Juneteenth press conference; 10 a.m., Capitol Rotunda
- Tuesday, June 18, 2024: Young Professionals of Color- Greater Harrisburg Juneteenth Summit and VIP Reception; 10 a.m. Summit start, UPMC Medical Arts & Sciences Building; 6 p.m. VIP Reception, Forum Building
- Wednesday, June 19, 2024: Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration; 12-5 p.m., City Island
- Friday, June 21, 2024: SOMA Block Party; 5 p.m., South Third Street between Market and Chestnut streets.
The Young Professionals of Color- Greater Harrisburg have been coordinating Juneteenth HBG celebrations for the last several years and have experienced tremendous growth and community response. Last year, they had more than 3,000 residents at 10-15 events.
For a full list of this year’s Juneteenth HBG celebrations and to register for an event, visit their website.
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