Social Justice Events

Special Screening of "Unnatural Causes" by Prove

When and Where
Starts: 
07/07/2008 6:00pm
Ends: 
08/20/2008 7:30pm
Location: 
Rainier Community Center, 4600 38th Ave. S. OR Southeast Seattle Senior Center, 4655 S. Holly St.

The screening of Unnatural Causes will be playing at the Rainier Community Center every Wednesday from 6 to 7:30 pm until the 20th of August, and at the Southeast Seattle Senior Center every Monday from 6 to 7:30 pm until the 18th of August.  The purpose of these screenings is to raise awareness of the inherent health issues that arise from economic and racial inequality, and to disuss solutions to these risks.  The event is free, and is sponsored by the Healthy and Active Rainier Valley Coalition.  The Healthy and Active Rainier Valley Coalition is a partnership Aimed at building and strengthening the Rainier Valley by increasing the health of its residents through culturally relevent promotion of physical activity and nutrition.  A reception will follow every screening, and you are encouraged to attend as often as you can to take part in the discussion.

Youth OutLoud 2008 Showcase by Youth Media Ins...

When and Where
Starts: 
08/22/2008 6:30pm
Ends: 
08/22/2008 8:00pm
Location: 
Youngstown Cultural Arts Center

Come see the portfolios and projects created by the Youth Outloud 2008 intensive workshop participants.

THERE WILL BE FREE FOOD TO ALL WHO COME!

Puget Sound Off for Action competition starts by mr david

When and Where
Starts: 
09/01/2008 9:00am
Location: 
On PugetSoundOff.org

Our Puget Sound Off for Action competion starts. See www.pugetsoundoff.org/contest

2008 YMCA A.K. Guy Award Luncheon honoring Colleen Willoughby by naominel3

When and Where
Starts: 
10/15/2008 12:00pm
Ends: 
10/15/2008 1:00pm
Location: 
Sheraton Seattle Hotel, 1400 Sixth Ave., Seattle
The YMCA A.K. Guy Award was established in memory of A.K. Guy, a community leader and dedicated volunteer, and is presented annually to recognize volunteerism in our community.

Colleen Willoughby is being honored this year for her work with many organizations, including CityClub, Washington Women's Foundation and the YMCA of Greater Seattle.

To RSVP, return the Reservation Hold Form, call 206.344.3190 or email
akguy@seattleymca.org.

Which Way Seattle? Black Elected Official by ctugwell

When and Where
Starts: 
10/23/2008 7:00pm
Location: 
Pigott Auditorium (Seattle University)

Which Way Seattle? Series is an ongoing series of civic dialogues about local and political affairs that directly impact Seattle's African-American community.  The CD Forum is please to host a timely panel discussing black elected officials and their impact on their constituents, specifically the Black community.  We will explore whether or not Black representation makes a difference in the many issues faced in our community and address how racial politics impact a candidate's platform.

Voting Booth Help by abeattie

When and Where
Starts: 
11/04/2008 8:00am
Location: 
local voting booths

This is a great opportunity for teens over 16 to learn about the voting process by participating at local voting booths. Please let me know if you are interested and I can get you all of the information.

Sundance Humanitas Prize for Best Feature Film by ctugwell

When and Where
Starts: 
12/09/2008 7:00pm
Location: 
Seattle International Film Festival Box Office

Where God Left His Shoes is the story of a homelsee family on Christmas Eve that refuses to break apart during the darkest time of their lives.

Cost if $10 or $5 if you bring a donation to the event.

 

Call 206 464 5830 to get your tickets or in person at the SIFF Cinema Box Office.

visit www.wheregodlefthisshoes.com for more inforamtion or to view the trailer

Seattle Human Rights Day by ctugwell

When and Where
Starts: 
12/11/2008 7:00pm
Ends: 
12/11/2008 9:00pm
Location: 
Town Hall Seattle (8th and Seneca).
Save the date! The 13th annual

SEATTLE HUMAN RIGHTS DAY

Thursday, December 11, 2008

7 – 9 p.m., Town Hall Seattle (8th and Seneca)

Guest speaker: Dr. Robert Bullard

Dr. Bullard is a pioneer in environmental justice, and the author of
"Confronting Environmental Racism."

Dr. Bullard also will speak on Wednesday, December 10, 11:30 a.m. to 1
p.m. in Seattle City Hall's Landes Room.

Both events are free and open to the public!

For more information, call 206-684-4500 or visit www.seattle.gov/civilrights

Presented by the Seattle Office for Civil Rights, the Seattle Human
Rights Commission, United Nations-Seattle and other co-sponsoring
organizations.

Mayor's Youth Council community meeting by ctugwell

When and Where
Starts: 
12/13/2008 3:00pm
Location: 
Northgate Community Center ~ 10510 5th Ave NW

afternoon youth community meeting to discuss issues affecting you in your neighborhood and in Seattle!!!! Help inform the Mayor's Youth Council so they can inform the Mayor.

Mayor's Youth Council community meeting by ctugwell

When and Where
Starts: 
12/16/2008 3:30pm
Location: 
Franklin High School, Room 205 ~ 3031 S. Mount Baker Blvd

Help inform the Mayor's Youth Council so they can inform the Mayor!!!!!