06/19/2026
Today, we recognize Juneteenth, marking June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved African Americans in the United States learned they were finally free. It’s a moment to honor their resilience and reflect on its significance in US history.
Earlier this week, our Black Employee Advisory Consortium (BEACON) hosted a global Lunch & Learn, “Freedom to Innovate: Bridging Gaps & Building Inclusivity through AI and Access,” with leaders Kasey Boynton and Justin King from Sanofi. The discussion explored the real cost of missing representation — including regulatory, scientific and commercial risks — and highlighted compelling case studies demonstrating the economic impact.
Parexel is committed to advancing patient access to clinical trials so all patients have the opportunity to benefit from life-changing treatments and to ensure the generalizability of results across all patient populations.
As we commemorate Juneteenth, we honor the past and reaffirm our commitment to a more inclusive future for the patients and communities we serve.