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I have been working on a really fun Women's history month talk that I am giving later this month, and I decided I wanted to share my research with you all on some amazing women. I will be sharing profiles of different women throughout the month and I wanted to start with: Dr. Opal Lee: The Grandmother of Juneteenth Dr. Opal Lee has been a tireless advocate for Juneteenth's recognition as a national holiday, and her activism led to its official federal recognition in 2021. Even in her late 90s, she continues to educate and promote awareness about Juneteenth's historical significance, ensuring that the legacy of Black Americans is honored and remembered. Born in 1926 in Texas, Lee experienced firsthand the racial injustices of segregation and systemic discrimination. She dedicated her life to activism, becoming a leading voice in the movement to make Juneteenth a national holiday. In 2016, at the age of 89, she walked from Fort Worth to Washington, D.C., to raise awareness about the importance of commemorating the day enslaved African Americans in Texas were freed in 1865. Lee’s work goes beyond Juneteenth—she has been involved in numerous civil rights initiatives and continues to fight for racial justice and education. She has worked to preserve Black history, ensuring that future generations understand the struggles and achievements of African Americans. Supporting Dr. Opal Lee means ensuring that Black history remains an integral part of American history and that the fight for racial equality continues. Her work serves as an enduring reminder that one person’s determination can lead to significant, lasting change.