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Dr. Langston Collin Wilkins, an assistant professor specializing in Folklore and African American Studies, highlights the significance of storytelling in the preservation and empowerment of Black communities, particularly as they struggle against racism and prejudice. The discussion, part of MomentLive!'s Wide River Conversation series, underscores the shared experiences of Black and Jewish communities in using folklore and storytelling as a means of cultural preservation and resilience. Celebrating Juneteenth serves as an opportunity to recognize how stories and collective memory play crucial roles in sustaining communities and inspiring social change.