Celebrating unity at Black History Parade |
The 46th annual Orange County Black History Parade took place in Anaheim, organized by the Orange County Heritage Council, which promotes cultural awareness. This year's theme, “Unity in Purpose,” featured various community organizations, including the Anaheim UHSD's Social Justice Collective and Cal State Fullerton's Black Student Union. Ronald Rochon, president of California State University, Fullerton, served as grand marshal. Deborah Wondercheck, a community leader, emphasized the importance of unity, stating: “So when something like this happens, we all come together.” The event also included a Unity Festival with arts, crafts, and health resources, kicking off Black History Month celebrations throughout February.