Youth's Take on Juneteenth with Mae Shelton from Montopolis Proud S2 Ep. 3

Land Justice Fellows Justyce Melton and Genesis Pedraza-Hernandez sit down and chat with miss Mae from Montopolis Proud on the importance, history, and legacy of Juneteenth celebrations in Austin, Texas. Carol Mae Hester, founder of Montopolis Proud. Grew up and lived most of her life in Montopolis. Member of St Edwards Baptist Church. 🌱Montopolis Proud is a dedicated Southeast Austin community group that celebrates the rich, multiethnic history and culture of the Montopolis neighborhood. The organization regularly hosts major local events, such as Juneteenth celebrations, and collaborates with alumni to rehabilitate historical landmarks like the Montopolis Negro School.Season 2 hosted and created by Land Justice Community School 2026 fellow Genesis! 📹📸Thank you to DAWA for their space and programs supporting BIPOC creatives. You can support them by visiting https://www.dawaheals.org/📕 Support youth led education and organizing at linktr.ee/landjusticecommunityschool