Twitter, Square Declare Juneteenth An Official Company Holiday

CEO Jack Dorsey announced a new company holiday to celebrate Juneteenth, a significant day in the black community marking the end of slavery in the US. The day is also a celebration of black excellence, encouraging reflection on freedom and unity. Dorsey emphasized the importance of recognizing emancipation days globally and making them company holidays. The video concludes with remarks from Johanna Grant.

What is the primary purpose of making Juneteenth a company holiday according to CEO Jack Dorsey?

• To increase company profits

• To promote employee education and connection

• To reduce work hours

• To introduce new company policies

What historical event does Juneteenth commemorate?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The end of the Civil War

• The beginning of the Civil Rights Movement

• The end of slavery in the United States

Which date is celebrated as Juneteenth?

• July 4th

• December 25th

• January 1st

• June 19th

What does Juneteenth encourage people to reflect on?

• Economic growth

• Environmental conservation

• Technological advancements

• Freedom, unity, and advancement of the black community

What is Jack Dorsey's vision for emancipation celebrations worldwide?

• To replace them with other holidays

• To celebrate them only in the US

• To make them company holidays in all regions

• To ignore them