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next general membership meeting, 9/17, 9-noon

8/27/2020

 
Thank you to the 104 people who attended our virtual August General Membership Meeting! This was again our largest meeting (outside of special events) to date!  We are so excited that BUILD continues to grow during these challenging times.

We are planning to hold our September General Membership Meeting on Thursday, September 17th, from 9:00am to 12:00pm,
 100% virtually again through Zoom Business.

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You can get involved now by joining a subcommittee! We have several. You can find information about the purpose and goals of each, and who to contact for more information here.

​If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback, or if you need an accommodation to fully participate in our meetings or events, email us at 
BUILD@ofm.wa.gov.

Jac Ross: It's OK to Be black

8/26/2020

 
Just 2 minutes and 47 seconds, pass it on!

Notice of Un-permitted Activity, 8/22, 8/23

8/20/2020

 
“Reopen Schools Rally”Notice of un-permitted activity in the Olympia area: ​Public march, “Back the Blue/#SavetheChildren” rally, “Black Lives Matter” march, 

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The AASI @PGCC presents: The Black Culture Matters series- 8/28, 9/25, 10/30, 11/20

8/17/2020

 
The African American Studies Institute at PGCC presents: Black Culture Matters : A virtual lecture-discussion series.

Black Culture Matters is a series hosted by the African American Studies Institute (AASI) at Prince George's Community College, revolving around this year’s theme: Resisting De-humanization through the Humanities.

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finish the fight, a virtual play

8/17/2020

 
A virtual play celebrating the unsung heroes of suffrage.

They were tireless organizers. Tenacious fighters. And political geniuses. They were Black and Latinx. Indigenous and immigrant. Together they won women the right to vote and laid the cornerstone for gender equality in the United States. Yet their stories have rarely been told. Until now. 

This Tuesday we give voice to these heroes of the suffrage movement. Be there for the premiere of this innovative new performance, and learn why their fight is far from over.

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Facebook Internships for BIPOC Youth

8/17/2020

 
Facebook University (FBU) Gear Up which is an internship program for students (HS Seniors & College Freshman) from, but not limited to Latinx, Black, Native backgrounds!

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next general membership meeting 8/20, 9am-12pm

8/12/2020

 
Blacks United in Leadership and Diversity (BUILD) invites you to our Virtual August General Membership Meeting on Thursday, August 20th from 9:00 to 12:00pm! If you cannot attend the full session, please join us as you are able and where you will most benefit and contribute.

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Coming in October:  BLACKTOBERFEST - Vision, Valor and Victory in a Time of Uncertainty

8/11/2020

 
Please join BUILD on Thursday, October 15, 2020 from 9 am – 12 noon for an inspiring virtual commemoration of our successful first year.

This event includes our October General Membership Meeting.

MORE INFO ON OUR EVENTS PAGE

Now more than ever is the time to link arms together with like-minded colleagues, allies and supporters to celebrate BUILD’s accomplishments, affirm our purpose and determine our path forward as transformational change agents seeking equity, justice and opportunity for people of color within state government and the greater Washington community at large.
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Mark your calendars now for BUILD’s First Annual “BLACKTOBERFEST”. See you there!

Amplifying Black Voices: The third Black President of the United States, a story of Black women in academia.

8/10/2020

 
This series is a platform for black authors to share personal accounts about their life experiences in research and academia, as well as reflect on the Black Lives Matter movement, the current state of affairs and where we go from here.

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mapping initiative to identify broadband needs

8/10/2020

 
The Washington State Broadband Office and state Public Works Board has launched a comprehensive mapping initiative to identify gaps in high-speed internet service and areas of broadband infrastructure needs. This is part of the state's effort to ensure universal broadband access in Washington by 2024.

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Gatherings for 8/10, 8/13, 8/16

8/10/2020

 
Noise Demonstration event, “A March for Justice”, “People’s Assembly: Voices United for Black Lives” gathering

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VOCA By and For Victim Services, Central and Eastern Washington, app due 8/14

8/4/2020

 
An opportunity provided through the Washington State Department of Commerce:An opportunity provided through the Washington State Department of Commerce...

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Second Annual Nutrition and Health Equity Summit:The State of Black Health

8/4/2020

 
Tuesday, August 25 1 - 3 p.m. (Central Time)
Hosted by The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics with Honorary Host The Congressional Black Caucus Health Braintrust Rep. Robin Kelly (Ill.), chair...

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Born This day: James Baldwin 8/2/1924

8/3/2020

 
Please Join BUILD in wishing the distinguished Poet-Laureate-Civil Rights Champion, James Baldwin, Happy Birthday!

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OFM's out loud web series

8/3/2020

 
The Washington State Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council hosted a learning session on how to be an effective accomplice or ally. BUILD’s Chair, Megan Matthews, was a panelist!
Watch the pre-recorded, 24-minute session.

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