This event focuses on celebrating the significance and challenges of Juneteenth. During this time, Anyla will present her short story, "Slave Boy," which reflects her experiences of black joy and black tribulations. She will guide you through a series of experiences endured by a slave: traumatization, horror, and internal conflict. Overwhelmed by the detrimental and harmful events transpiring in his surroundings. She will present her essay titled "Free at Last," which was published by Tumbleweird newspapers. The joy of liberating oneself from the constraints imposed by malevolent patrons and abusive individuals is truly profound. She will also read her essay titled "Uncle Jack," which was published by Tumbleweird as well. Exploring the life of a house slave reveals the traumatic separation from his children and the degrading tasks he was compelled to perform for his master's family.Lastly, she will present her essay “You Betta Raise Yo Head Up, Chile,” published in the Black Lens News. This piece explores the trials and tribulations, as well as the scars and bruises, endured by a 112-year-old Black woman as a result of the relentless violence experienced throughout her life as a slave. Ultimately, she lived to witness the day when her troubles were resolved and comprehended.  She will ask questions like “Can I have three to five people tell me what Juneteenth means to them?”, “Can I have three to five people tell me why it’s so important that it became a national holiday?”, “Can I have three to five people to tell me what stood out to them within this essay?”, “Can I have three to five people tell me what emotions they felt as I read this piece ?”, and “Can I have three to five people tell me why it’s so important that others are aware of the graphic endurance that was placed on African Americans 400 years ago even if it’s uncomfortable or triggering to others?”