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“Reopen Schools Rally”Notice of un-permitted activity in the Olympia area: Public march, “Back the Blue/#SavetheChildren” rally, “Black Lives Matter” march,
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. 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. 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!
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.
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. Mark your calendars now for BUILD’s First Annual “BLACKTOBERFEST”. See you there! 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.
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.
Noise Demonstration event, “A March for Justice”, “People’s Assembly: Voices United for Black Lives” gathering
An opportunity provided through the Washington State Department of Commerce:An opportunity provided through the Washington State Department of Commerce...
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... REGISTER Please Join BUILD in wishing the distinguished Poet-Laureate-Civil Rights Champion, James Baldwin, Happy Birthday!
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. "Each one teach one!" Although the author is unknown, the message resonates as loud today as it did the first time those words were spoken. As a Black American proverb originating during slavery and founded on the transfer of knowledge between black individuals who were denied formal learning opportunities, these four words' power is magnificent! Its message is clear. As black people, we are teachers, passionate learners, and leaders.
The Truth is Inside Out rally, Stop the Insanity in Olympia rally/protest, Riot Control (BLM march/rally).
Overview of Housing Assistance, Legal Assistance, Fair Housing, and Equity Work in Washington State7/28/2020
Created July 2020 by Theresa Slusher, Housing Stability Manager, DSHS, ESA.
Read the Washington Low Income Housing Alliance June Report. J. R. Lewis, known to many of his constituents in Congress as John and to his innermost circle of childhood family and friends as Robert, was a scholarly, articulate, humble, and self-described God-fearing man who believed in equality, liberty and justice for all. He could be counted on to support and show up for any worthy cause. Regardless of how busy he was, he always had time for matters pertaining to social and economic justice, and equality – especially when these issues pertained to African American communities across America.
Bigger Than Me, Success Stories with Traci Harrell is about Achieving Racial Equity & Inclusion in Business…Education, Wealth and Health. The next session is Saturday, August 8th, 10:30 am to 12 noon (PST). Zoom registration required.
See the flyer below. The State of Washington posts all permanent job openings on careers.wa.gov
There are currently 477 jobs open throughout the state with 60 of those are listed under the management and executive management job categories! Here are just a few: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Director Employment Security Deputy Director, Elections Secretary of State Director of External Affairs and Community Engagement Natural Resources Deputy Section Manager, Office of Legal Affairs Health Care Authority L&I Records Management Supervisor Labor & Industries Assistant Secretary of Health Services Division Corrections Chief Financial Officer Veterans Affairs Director of Contracts and Procurement Health Human Resource Manager Northwest Region Transportation Social and Health Service Leaders Click on Filter to search for jobs by location and in other job categories. If you would like to have a leadership job advertised to BUILD membership or if you would like feedback on your resume, email us at BUILD@ofm.wa.gov. The Washington State Commission on African American Affairs' next public meeting is 7/24 from 3-5pm.
Join the Olympia City Council for a Hosted Panel Discussion on Racial Justice. BUILD's Chair, Megan Matthews will be presenting!
Unemployment is available to employees whose employer has been closed by a public health official, the employer has closed due to a slow down or lack of demand, or the employer reduces hours of employees due to a lack of demand or because of a slowdown. It is also available if the employee has contracted a mild case of COVID-19 or if the employee was potentially exposed and is quarantined.
Find more information about local services. Dontae Payne, Regional Representative for the South Sound and Olympic Peninsula, is part of Governor Inslee’s External Affairs (Outreach) team. He came up with the idea of a proclamation recognizing the anniversary of the Black Lives Matter movement after a discussion with his colleagues on racism in government and the importance for specific acknowledgment of the impact of racism on Black Americans for centuries. Dontae believes this moment demands an official acknowledgment of systemic and institutional racism as we proceed with the work to dismantle it.
Black Lives Matter Proclamation from 7/13/20 See the document image below. Blacks United in Leadership and Diversity (BUILD) invites you to our Virtual July General Membership Meeting on Thursday, July 16th from 9:00 to 12:00pm!
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