- link Copy Url - [ Share on twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Juneteenth Reflections From Alkermes' Harold Weekes, Sr. Director, Human Resources https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1220956?absolute=1&via=3blnews "link to 3 B L Media's Twitter") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1220956?absolute=1 "link to 3 B L Media's Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1220956?absolute=1 "link to 3 B L Media's Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=Juneteenth Reflections From Alkermes' Harold Weekes, Sr. Director, Human Resources&body=ESG News from Alkermes https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1220956?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Diversity & Inclusion](/CSR-News/diversity-inclusion) # Juneteenth Reflections From Alkermes' Harold Weekes, Sr. Director, Human Resources Jun 16, 2023 1:40 PM ET Campaign: [Alkermes: Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging](/news/campaign/alkermes-diversity-inclusion-belonging) ![Reflections on Juneteenth, Harold Weekes, Sr. Director, Human Resources](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/Reflections_on_Juneteenth_Harold_rev01_Alkermes_061323.png) On Monday we commemorate Juneteenth – also known as Freedom Day – the anniversary of the freeing of the last enslaved Black Americans, which took place on June 19th, 1865, more than two years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. It is also a day to reflect on the impact – both short and long term-- of slavery, systemic racism and discrimination on our communities and how we can be part of a more equitable future. **Alkermes**’ U.S. offices will be closed on Juneteenth (Monday June 19th) and we are encouraging our employees to take time out to learn about, reflect on and celebrate the critical contributions of Black Americans to our country. Diversity, inclusion and belonging (DIB) is an important aspect of our culture and critical to our ongoing success. We embrace these values at Alkermes by integrating DIB into every aspect of our organization. We aim to create a culture that allows individuals to embrace their identities, where our people can show up with authenticity – knowing that their unique perspectives will be appreciated. We believe our differences make us stronger, generating new ideas that enhance what and how we deliver as an organization on behalf of the patients and communities we serve. This month’s Juneteenth celebration is an opportunity to acknowledge how far we’ve come while recognizing the work ahead to build a more equitable and inclusive world. Learn more, courtesy of the **Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture** here: *This post originally appeared on LinkedIn* [![Alkermes logo](/sites/default/files/Clients/alks_logo.png)](/profiles/alkermes) ### More from Alkermes ###### [Equal Opportunity and Respect: Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at Alkermes](/news/equal-opportunity-and-respect-diversity-inclusion-and-belonging-alkermes) Dec 27, 2023 11:25 AM ET ###### [Corporate Governance at Alkermes](/news/corporate-governance-alkermes) Dec 20, 2023 12:00 PM ET ###### [Alkermes’ Commitment to Integrity and Compliance](/news/alkermes-commitment-integrity-and-compliance) Dec 18, 2023 1:30 PM ET ###### [Alkermes’ Culture of Employee Engagement and Wellness](/news/alkermes-culture-employee-engagement-and-wellness) Dec 14, 2023 10:40 AM ET ###### [Patient Advocacy and Community Engagement at Alkermes](/news/patient-advocacy-and-community-engagement-alkermes) Dec 11, 2023 2:20 PM ET ###### [Pharmaceuticals in the Environment](/news/pharmaceuticals-environment) Nov 29, 2023 3:00 PM ET ###### [Environmental Protection & Sustainability at Alkermes](/news/environmental-protection-sustainability-alkermes) Nov 21, 2023 11:30 AM ET ###### [Alkermes Celebrates #Movember for Men’s Health Awareness Month](/news/alkermes-celebrates-movember-mens-health-awareness-month) Nov 20, 2023 1:30 PM ET