CMAH

05/30/2026

✨ Juneteenth: Freedom, Democracy & Community ✊🏾
On June 19, 1865, freedom finally reached the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas — more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth reminds us that freedom must be protected, expanded, and lived every day. ❤️💚🖤

Democracy is more than voting — it’s speaking up 🗣️, showing up ✊🏾, and staying engaged 🗳️ in the decisions that shape our communities.

This Juneteenth, we honor the past by taking action today:
• Register to vote 📝
• Know your rights 📚
• Stay informed 📰
• Advocate for justice, equity, and opportunity for all 🤝🏾

Freedom is a legacy — participation is the responsibility. Let’s keep pushing forward together. ✨

05/28/2026

The African heritage constitutes an indispensable element of the American cultural identity.

05/28/2026

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04/28/2026

African Heritage Communities, Allies & Uplifters! ✨🔥🖤

What an electrifying and power‑packed day at the Council for Minnesotans of African Heritage Day on the Hill – 2nd Annual Youth Summit! With 106 brilliant youth in the building, the culture, pride, and energy were absolutely unmatched 😎✨🔥

Deep gratitude to Congresswoman Ilhan Abdullahi Omar, Mayor Roslyn Harmon, Saint Paul Mayor Kaohly Her, City of Minneapolis Council Member Pearll Warren (Ward 5), Minnesota Legislatures, our youth and adult panel guests, and all the inspiring speakers who poured into our young leaders. 🌟🔥

Huge love to our Youth Summit Committee, amazing chaperones, and everyone who made this moment shine. 🙌🏾💛 This wasn’t just an event; it was a celebration of heritage, power, and possibility. When our youth rise, we all rise. 💫🖤

More photos & highlights coming soon! 📸✨🔥

04/03/2026

🎉✨ Come celebrate with us! ✨🎉

❤️💛💚 African Heritage Day on the Hill is calling your name!

We’re bringing the rhythm, the pride, the culture, and the community spirit straight to the Minnesota State Capitol. This is your "house," the house of African Heritage Minnesotans, and we’re filling it with joy, connection, and powerful voices. 🏛️

🔥 Come show up.
🔥 Come stand proud.
🔥 Come be part of something beautiful.

Let’s make the Hill shine with our heritage, our stories, and our unity. We'll see you there!🌟

03/21/2026

✨ Minnesota African Heritage Family — Join Us! ✨

Log in to the Policy Priorities Public Forum to see how we’ve been putting boots on the ground, building coalitions, and uplifting African Heritage communities across Minnesota. 🖤💚❤️

We’ll share how our priorities emerged, the stories behind the work, and the overall vision of CMAH. This is for all African Heritage communities across the state — and you don’t want to miss it. 🔥🙌🏾Let’s stay informed, stay connected, and keep moving forward together. ✊🏾💬

03/05/2026

02/25/2026

What an honor to participate in the Black History Expo at Cooper High School, a powerful gathering that celebrates the strength, creativity, and history of the Black community. 🖤🔥 We’re especially proud of our Capital Pathway interns, Miss Leah and Miss Karen, who represented with grace, confidence, and purpose. Your dedication lights the path for future changemakers. 🌟 Moments like this remind us why we do the work: to uplift voices, honor legacy, and invest in the leaders shaping our future. ✊🏾 Black History in the making✨

02/24/2026

Black History ✨ Did you know that in 1960, Dr. Jeanne L. Noble made history by becoming the appointee of President Dwight D. Eisenhower to the President's Committee on Youth Employment, paving the way for future generations✨

02/23/2026

Black History ✨ Did you know? In the area of Medicine: Onesimus, an enslaved man, pioneered the introduction of inoculation to New England in 1721, revolutionizing the fight against smallpox and saving countless lives.