Who we are

BCDR is the only group in Racine County (maybe even in the state) that does this level of anti-racism and advocacy work in a heterogeneously white small-town setting. Our approach is unique in that it:

Recognizes and creatively confronts the existence of racism in a predominantly white small town where issues of race and equity are frequently denied, minimized, or ignored
Provides support for people of color who experience systemic and pervasive prejudice in the school system, local government and police, or in economic/work environments
Serves as a watchdog and advocate for re-dress of racist and/or biased behavior in the community and its social structures
Is committed to educating its own members as well as the larger community on issues of systemic racism and unconscious bias

Our annual Juneteenth celebration

Juneteenth is an African American holiday that represents the day the enslaved Texans were informed about their freedom, although they had been freed for approximately two years. As a holiday with strong racial justice roots, BCDR has worked tirelessly to bring Juneteenth to the Burlington community for the last 5 years as an opportunity to create awareness and education.

And, on Saturday, June 21, BCDR is once again bringing Juneteenth to the Burlington community for the 6th year in a row from 12-5pm at Low Daily Brewery in Burlington, WI. When you attend Juneteenth, donate to BCDR or participate in our auction, you are supporting this free, family-friendly event that we host annually and helping us make it better and better for the people in our community.

All funds raised are utilized in the furtherance of our celebration of Juneteenth. This includes food, entertainment, and decor. We appreciate your support of our efforts to raise awareness of important black issues, racial justice and providing educational opportunities to celebrate Juneteenth within our community.

Juneteenth 2025

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