Recognizing Juneteenth at Motive

Juneteenth is a day commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S. It was on June 19th, 1865, that the Union soldiers, landed at Galveston, Texas with news that the war had ended and that the enslaved were free. In recognition of this important milestone, Motive has extended Monday, June 20th as a holiday for employees following the US calendar.

This Juneteenth, we invited our team to spend time reflecting on our joint history, our role in the present, and what we want for our future. Here are a few different ways we’re celebrating internally:

1. Joining Melanin@Motive to learn, educate and reflect.
2. Learn and reflect: Reading provided materials on Juneteenth created by our ERG, Melanin@Motive to learn the history and importance of this day and time in history.
3. Juneteenth Metaverse celebration on June 17th! Melanin@Motive has presented a metaverse celebration that included; networking with peers, a scavenger hunt with prizes, Black history trivia, and more!

Learn more about our Employee Resource Group, Melanin@Motive:

Melanin at Motive aims to amplify the voices and careers of our employees that identify as Black, African American, and/or of African descent. We strive to build a culture that fosters growth, inclusion, belonging, and innovation.

Here is how we strive to do so:

1. Creating safe spaces for our employees to discuss identity in the workplace
2. Increasing cultural competence in ourselves and our allies
3. Providing networking and mentorship opportunities
4. Positively impacting the communities in which we work
5. Hosting events focused on attracting and retaining top talent

If you’re interested in joining us check out our open positions here– https://gomotive.com/company/careers/

Here’s to reflecting on our history to evolve our future.