Juneteenth” Removed from Event Listings on Eventbrite Following Action by FRFT
- Freedmen Nation
- Jun 5, 2025
- 2 min read
In a significant move to uphold the cultural and historical integrity of Juneteenth, Eventbrite has removed the term “Juneteenth” from several event listings after receiving formal complaints from the Freedmen Reparations Fund Trust (FRFT). These actions underscore the importance of preserving Juneteenth’s meaning as a commemoration of the emancipation of American Freedmen.
Unauthorized Use of “Juneteenth” Addressed
The FRFT identified multiple events that misappropriated the term “Juneteenth,” detaching it from its historical context and significance. After thorough review, Eventbrite took corrective measures to remove the term from the following listings:
2025 Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program – Mobile, AL
Action Taken: “Juneteenth” removed from the title and description.
2025 Juneteenth Block Party at 40 Acres
Action Taken: “Juneteenth” removed from the title and description.
5th Annual Juneteenth Caribbean Heritage Festival
Action Taken: “Juneteenth” removed from the title and description.
Juneteenth Ball by YBE Promotions
Action Taken: “Juneteenth” removed from the title and description.
Vadnais Heights Freedom Day Festival
Action Taken: “Juneteenth” removed from the title and description.
Upholding the True Meaning of Juneteenth
Juneteenth is a federal holiday that specifically commemorates the emancipation of formerly enslaved American Freedmen—not a generic celebration of freedom, African heritage, or pan-Black identity. It is a status-based observance rooted in U.S. chattel slavery, Freedmen lineage, and federal emancipation policy.
The use of “Juneteenth” in cultural events without alignment to this context undermines the dignity and legal meaning of the holiday. The FRFT will continue to enforce protections under Trust Law to prevent dilution or unauthorized commercial usage.
Need Certification to Use “Juneteenth” in Your Event?
If you want to use “Juneteenth” in the official title or marketing of your event, you must apply for cultural certification through the FRFT. This ensures alignment with the event’s origin and historical foundation.
➡️ Apply here: https://www.freedmennation.org/contact-us
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