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It's time to celebrate Caribbean-American Heritage Month on June 1! This month is dedicated to honoring the many contributions that Caribbean-Americans have made and continue to make, not only in the United States, but around the world. From music and art to politics and education, this vibrant culture has left an indelible mark on American society. The month of June is a perfect opportunity for us to learn more about the history and traditions of Caribbean-Americans, as well as show our support for their ongoing accomplishments. Join us in celebrating this rich heritage!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1791</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Haitian Revolution Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Haitian Revolution, a successful insurrection by self-liberated slaves against French colonial rule in Saint-Domingue, sparked a wave of new ideas across the Caribbean and the world.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1804</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Haiti's Independence</div><div class='timeline-text'>Haiti declared its independence, becoming the first black republic and the second independent nation in the Western Hemisphere after the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Caribbean Migration to U.S.</div><div class='timeline-text'>Significant Caribbean migration to the United States began, significantly influencing American culture, particularly in areas such as music, food, and language.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1965</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Immigration Act of 1965</div><div class='timeline-text'>This Act abolished the national-origin quotas that had been in place in the United States since 1924, leading to an increase in Caribbean immigration due to the lifting of these restrictions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Caribbean-American Heritage Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously adopted H. Con. Res. 71, sponsored by Congresswoman Barbara Lee, recognizing the significance of Caribbean people and their descendants in the history and culture of the United States.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Caribbean-American festival</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find and attend a Caribbean-American festival in your local area to experience the culture and heritage. Enjoy music, food, and art unique to Caribbean-Americans.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read Caribbean-American literature</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out books by Caribbean-American authors such as Edwidge Danticat, Junot Díaz, Jamaica Kincaid, and Zadie Smith. Get lost in their stories and gain insight into the experiences of Caribbean-Americans.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch Caribbean-American films</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Watch films that feature Caribbean-American characters to gain insight into their experiences. Movies like "Moonlight", "Fences", and "The Hate U Give" are great places to start.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Explore Caribbean-American art</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit a museum or gallery near you to explore art made by Caribbean-Americans. Alternatively, look online for unique pieces created by Caribbean-Americans.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook Caribbean-American food</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Experiment with cooking traditional dishes from the Caribbean. Look up recipes online or buy a cookbook specifically featuring recipes from the Caribbean.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebrates the contributions of Caribbean Americans</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Caribbean American Heritage Month is an important time to celebrate, recognize and honor the diverse culture, customs, traditions and history of Caribbean Americans. It is a time to highlight and recognize their many achievements, contributions and impacts on society, not only here in the United States but all over the world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Provides a platform to learn about Caribbean culture</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>It's also a chance to educate yourself about Caribbean American history and culture. There are so many amazing writers, musicians, activists and community leaders who come from the Caribbean region whose voices sometimes go unheard. By celebrating this month we can help amplify their stories.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Raises awareness for issues impacting the Caribbean community</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>We must also use this month as an opportunity to raise awareness for issues that affect the Caribbean community such as poverty, lack of access to healthcare and education, food insecurity, climate change and many more. This is our chance to stand in solidarity with those who may not have the same resources or voice that others do.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Caribbean-Americans Influence American Music Genres</h3><p class='facts-content'>Major American music genres like hip-hop, jazz, and R&B have roots in Caribbean-American culture, dating back to the migration periods.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Caribbean-Americans Have Been Key Players in Sports</h3><p class='facts-content'>Caribbean-Americans have made significant contributions in many sports, including basketball, baseball, soccer, and track and field, impacting both national and international leagues.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Caribbean-Americans Have Pioneered in Space Exploration</h3><p class='facts-content'>Renowned astronaut Ronald McNair, who was part of the Challenger mission, was an African-American with Caribbean roots.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Caribbean-American Community has robust Military Service History</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many Caribbean-Americans have served or are serving in the U.S. military. In fact, General Colin Powell, the former Secretary of State, was of Jamaican descent.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Caribbean-Americans Play a Significant Role in U.S. Healthcare</h3><p class='facts-content'>Several Caribbean-Americans are well represented in the healthcare sector, from nurses and doctors to researchers, making enormous contributions to advances in public health.</p></div></div>
Caribbean-American Heritage Month is celebrated on June 1 every year. In 2024 Caribbean-American Heritage Month will occur on a Saturday.
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