Recognizing National Caribbean American Heritage Month in Oakland

Original title: Subject: National Caribbean American Heritage Month From: Councilmember Brown Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Recognizing June 2026 As National Caribbean American Heritage Month And Honoring The Resilience, Contributions, And Leadership Of Caribbean Americans In The City Of Oakland

Record date · June 16, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Oakland City Council has officially designated June 2026 as National Caribbean American Heritage Month. This resolution honors the leadership, resilience, and ongoing contributions of Caribbean Americans to the city.

Why it matters

This formal recognition celebrates the cultural diversity of Oakland and acknowledges the significant impact Caribbean American residents have on the community.

Key Facts

June 2026 is officially recognized as National Caribbean American Heritage Month in Oakland.
The resolution highlights the leadership and resilience of the Caribbean American community.
The measure was introduced by Councilmember Brown and passed by the City Council.