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Black History Month (February)
Black History Month pays "tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society."
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Month (May)
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Month pays "tribute to the generations of Asian, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders who have enriched America's history and are instrumental in its future success."
Pride Month (June)
Pride Month is a "month-long celebration demonstrating how LGBTQ Americans have strengthened our country by using their talent and creativity to help create awareness and goodwill."
Juneteenth (June 19)
Juneteenth is the "oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States." It is also the most recent day to be designated as a federal holiday (designated as a holiday by Congress on June 16, 2021).
Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15)
Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month "traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries."
Native American Heritage Month (November)
Native American and Alaskan Native Heritage Month celebrates the "rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people."
Transgender Awareness Week (November 13 – 20)
The week before Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20, people and organizations around the country participate in Transgender Awareness Week to "help raise the visibility of transgender people and address issues that members of the community face."