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Martin Luther King Jr., an American clergyman and civil rights leader, was shot at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee, on April 4, 1968. King was rushed to St. Joseph’s Hospital, and was pronounced dead at 7:05 p.m. CST. He was a prominent leader of the Civil Rights Movement and a Nobel Peace Prize laureate who was known for his use of nonviolence and disobedience.
by Alexis Eykel, LLP Program Manager
Since the Landlord Liaison Program’s launch in October 2018, we have partnered with several property management companies, and received housing units from them. However, there has been one company that has gone above and beyond the expectations of LLP, and that is Spinnaker Property Management. Their enthusiasm to work with LLP is unmatched, and they have maintained excellent communication with us. As such, we would like to present Spinnaker Property Management with the LLP Community Pillar Award, in recognition of their work and efforts to help end the homelessness crisis in Pierce County.
The Landlord Liaison Program is essentially a partnership which works with the Fair Housing Center of Washington, Property Owners/Managers, and Participating Service Agencies. LLP’s goal is to effectively house homeless individuals and families with rental barriers. To participate in LLP, Property Owners and Managers agree to utilize secondary screening criteria for applicants referred to them through LLP. In exchange, support will be provided by LLP for the duration of the client’s tenancy.
The Community Pillar Award is for those who have gone above and beyond to help end homelessness. We at LLP strive to keep an eye out for exceptional things happening in our communities and backyards. Housing is a vital part of maintaining security and safety in our community; it is a very basic need that everyone deserves.
What’s happening: The Senate State Government Committee will hear the Native American Voting Rights Act next week. The legislation would allow the residential address portion of a voter registration form to be filled out with a nontraditional address.
When: 8 a.m. Wednesday (Jan. 23) in Senate Hearing Room 2
Brief Summary:
· Senate Bill 5079 establishes the Native American Voting Rights Act of Washington.
Quote from Sen. John McCoy, D- Tulalip:
“As the only enrolled tribal member elected to the Washington State Senate, I realize there is still much work to be done to ensure that the indigenous community can fully participate in the democratic process.
“Voter participation is not a partisan issue; it is the foundation of our democratic system and must be protected by all sides. Democrats and Republicans should be able to work together to ensure that our electoral system works in the interest of all Americans.
“Our democracy works best when we all have the opportunity to participate. When entire communities are denied access to the ballot box; lawmakers need to take a look at systemic issues that need to be addressed.”
Microsoft’s $500 million investment to tackle affordable housing represents an historic moment for our region
Microsoft’s plan to invest $500 million in affordable housing in the region:
Microsoft’s $500 million investment to tackle affordable housing represents an historic moment for our region. Commitments of this magnitude have the opportunity to not just change individual lives and the lives of families, but to transform entire communities. With Microsoft stepping up in this way, public sector partners must do the same.
We will bring our resources – whether it’s making available surplus property, streamlining permitting, or providing incentives to encourage development. I have said many times – government acting alone cannot solve our housing and affordability challenges. Today, we begin a new era, with an old friend.
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| International Creative Artist and Entrepreneur Shyan Selah has been named as the new Education Chair Board Member for the Seattle Chapter of the prestigious and historic civil rights organization The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). A grandson of Civil Rights Activists and Live Performance pioneers, Shyan comes to the NAACP with over 20 years experience incorporating Youth and Education advocacy throughout his professional entertainment career.
Taking his own personal story – first as a black student athlete growing up in the Pacific Northwest, to his experience in education and sports and his journey into Hollywood for music and business – Shyan has provided powerful sessions that have rocked college, high school, middle school and corporate audiences blending his soul-fused music style and raw personal story with high impact issues that range from bullying, gang violence, sports and entertainment, civil rights, black history and a myriad of other socially relevant topics affecting the culture at the education and corporate levels. His fusion of live performance, cultural diversity and bold testimony have made him one of the most powerful speakers/advocates in the region. Although Shyan has brought his message to countless high schools and colleges over the years, his work for youth has been most prominent in his hometown of Federal Way where he’s received the School Board award in 2014/15 and the Federal Way School District HERO Award in 2015/16 and 2016/17. As the Founder/CEO of Brave New World, his business endeavors have given him the opportunity to work in unique and viable alliances with industry powerhouses such as Apple, INgrooves, The Orchard, ASCAP, BMI, NBA, NFL, MLB, AMAZON, Youtube, Facebook, and others. In addition to his position at the NAACP, Shyan also serves as a board member to The KING AWARDS, an official organization based on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the SCLC. Through his position at the NAACP, Shyan is looking forward to utilizing his skills and passion to further the expansion and raise awareness about the NAACP via education advocacy for all of its members and citizens in the community. |
A bold assortment of groups and individuals is coming together as the “Revolutionary Feminist Contingent” to participate in the 2019 Seattle Women’s March. The contingent is part of a national call for groups to come together to demand “Feminism for the 99%.”
The Seattle statement proclaims, “We aren’t just marching. We are building a movement of inclusive, revolutionary feminism that stands in solidarity with all oppressed people. We stand for a just, socialist world.” The statement outlines support for a broad range of issues including reproductive choice, no union busting, affordable health care, and safety from attacks, especially for transgender people, victims of police, and indigenous women who suffer extreme levels of violence.
While some of these issues are shared by Seattle Womxn Marching Forward, the Left contingent targets capitalism as the source of social problems, because it “relies on racism, sexism, and homophobia to keep us exhausted, afraid, and divided. We’re stronger together.”
Charges of anti-Semitism have roiled the national women’s march leadership. The Revolutionary Feminist Contingent responds: “We reject the anti-Semitism, transphobia and misogyny expressed by Rev. Louis Farrakhan and call on Women’s March co-organizer Tamika Mallory to join with other march leaders in repudiating the divisive politics that have undermined women’s marches nationally. In this time of a rising fascist movement, we have to stand together against all forms of bigotry.” The Seattle contingent also states its opposition to anti-Muslim bias and attacks on immigrants and refugees.
The contingent will gather at 9:00 am on the south side of Cal Anderson Park. To get involved, contact rwseattle@mindspring.com.
Endorsers to date include: Seattle Clinic Defense, International Socialist Organization, Organized Workers for Labor Solidarity, Seattle Democratic Socialists of America,
Party for Socialism and Liberation, Radical Women, Freedom Socialist Party and Tacoma Clinic Defense.
Visit the Facebook page for more information or updates: https://www.facebook.
The annual MLK Unity Breakfast will be held on January 21, 2019 to recognize and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King and his historic civic leadership that inspired a nation to strive for equality. This gathering honors the message of Dr. King and the progress he continues to inspire.
Our keynote speaker is Dr. Boyce Watkins, one of the world’s leading financial scholars and social commentators.
The Unity Breakfast was established by the Black Student Union to celebrate the legacy of Dr. King, and inspire members of the campus community to continue to work to make his vision of an equitable society a reality. The program recognizes students, faculty, and community members for outstanding service to the community through the Dream Awards which are presented during the program.
This year’s Unity Breakfast is co-presented by the Black Student Union and UW Tacoma.
University Y Student Center
1710 Market Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
Dr. Boyce Watkins is one of the worlds leading financial scholars and social commentators. He advocates for education, economic empowerment and social justice and has changed the definition of what it means to be a Black scholar and leader in America and beyond.
He is a Scholar, Author and one of the most highly sought after public figures in the country. He is one of the founding fathers of the field of Financial Activism – The objective of creating social change through the use of conscientious capitalism.
In addition to publishing a multitude of books and articles on finance, education and black social commentary, Dr. Watkins has presented his message to millions making regular appearances in various national media outlets, including CNN, Good Morning America, MSNBC, FOX News, BET, NPR, Essence Magazine, USA Today, The Today Show, ESPN, The Tom Joyner Morning Show and CBS Sports.
Educationally, Dr. Watkins earned BA and BS degrees with a triple major in Finance, Economics and Business Management. In college, he was selected by the Wall Street Journal as the Outstanding Graduating Senior in Finance. He then earned a Masters Degree in Mathematical Statistics from University of Kentucky and a PhD in Finance from Ohio State University and was the only African-American in the world to earn a PHD in Finance during the year 2002.
He is the founder of The Black Wealth Bootcamp, The Black Business School, The 48 Hour Business School, The Your Black World coalition and The Black Millionaires Of Tomorrow program which introduces youth to finance and entrepreneurship at a young age. He has over 650,000 unique subscribers and 3.1 million social media followers world-wide.
Dr. Watkins is also the founder of many websites including FinancialJuneteenth.com and Yourblackworld.net and has produced two critically acclaimed documentaries “Resurrecting Black Wall Street” and “The Secrets Of Black Financial Intelligence.”
Bio information was generated from https://boycewatkins.com/dr-boyce-watkins/
Will you join us in this weekend’s activism, resilience, and cry for social justice?Youth to lead annual MLK march on Jan. 19
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” –Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the public to join a youth-organized march to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Saturday, Jan. 19. Participants will gather at 10:30 a.m. at Rainier Community Center, 4600 38th Ave. S, 98118. Teens will lead the march to Martin Luther King, Jr. Civil Rights Memorial Park, 2200 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, 98144.
Teens, families and community members from throughout the city will speak out against injustice via a peaceful demonstration. The goal for the march is to celebrate the contributions Seattle youth make in creating a better city and to honor the work that youth do to keep Dr. King’s dream alive every day.
At the event, everyone will have the opportunity to participate in three different interactive workshops. There will be activities that incorporate the use of technology/smartphones although having a smartphone isn’t necessary. Following these activities there will be a free meal and reflection.
The event is free of cost to all teens and community participants and will include food, live music, a safe environment and plenty of fun!
Click here to follow the Facebook Event page for updates.
“We’re Better Together” The 31st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration in Tacoma will once again bring the community together to celebrate Monday, January 21, 2019 as a day on, not a day off.
January 21, 2019
10 AM – Doors open for Community Outreach Fair
11 AM – Program begins
Greater Tacoma Convention Center
1500 Commerce Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
There is free holiday on-street parking and free parking at Freighthouse Square (2501 E. D Street). Freighthouse Square is easily accessible via the LINK Light Rail and stops at the Convention Center. There will also be signage directing event attendees to designated complimentary parking stalls that will be made available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center.
The Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration program is spearheaded by a City Council-appointed City Events and Recognition Committee. The Committee is comprised of local community leaders from a broad array of backgrounds and areas of expertise.
The City Events and Recognition Committee serves as an advisory and action committee on matters pertaining to City-hosted events and special recognition programs. Members are responsible for planning, reviewing and evaluating events, engaging the community in its fundraising efforts, and soliciting corporate and private sponsorships to leverage funds for City-hosted events such as the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration and the City of Destiny Awards.
A distinguished scholar, teacher, and college administrator,Isiaah Crawford became president of University of Puget Sound on July 1, 2016, following an extensive national search. Crawford’s academic work and achievements as a senior administrator are closely aligned with the values and aspirations of Puget Sound, and with the key areas of challenge and opportunity facing higher education today.
Crawford came to Puget Sound following service as provost and chief academic officer of Seattle University (2008–16), where he directed the Division of Academic Affairs and oversaw the university’s schools and colleges, libraries, enrollment, information technology, institutional research, and offices supporting student academic achievement, faculty affairs, and global engagement.
Key areas of focus during his service to Seattle University included strategic planning; strengthening shared governance; securing grants and other gifts in support of fundraising objectives; supporting teaching, research, and service activities of the faculty; and establishing the Center for Environmental Justice and Sustainability, the Institute for Catholic Thought and Culture, and the School of New and Continuing Studies, which began operation in academic year 2015–16. Working with university leadership, he participated in the development of more than $200 million in key facilities projects, including renovation of the library and establishment of a learning commons; a new residence hall; a new fitness center and remodeled intramural athletic field; the School of Law annex; an admission and alumni center; and planning for a new science facility.
From 2004 to 2008, Crawford was dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Loyola University Chicago, where he joined the faculty of the Department of Psychology in 1987 as an assistant professor and through the years was tenured and promoted to the rank of professor in 1999. He taught courses in psychology of personality, human sexuality, addictive behavior, human diversity, and minority mental health. He also served as graduate program director of the clinical psychology doctoral program (1994–97), Department of Psychology chair (1997–2003), and interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (2003–04).
A licensed clinical psychologist, Crawford earned his bachelor’s degree from St. Louis University, and master’s and doctoral degrees in clinical psychology from DePaul University, where his research focused on personality theory and community psychology. He completed a pre-doctoral clinical psychology internship at the San Francisco VA Medical Center; worked as a clinical specialist at Charter Barclay Hospital and staff therapist at DePaul University Community Mental Health Center; and maintained a private clinical practice in Chicago from 1987 through 2002.
A recipient of national awards, including three from the American Psychological Association, he has been published in numerous scholarly journals over the past 30 years—including, most recently, the Archives of Sexual Behavior, Journal of Homosexuality, Journal of Child and Family Studies, AIDS Care, and Journal of Psychology & Human Sexuality—on topics including post-traumatic stress, racial inequality, HIV/AIDS, sexual abuse, visual impairment, poverty, depression, and more. Crawford has served on the editorial boards of professional publications, including the International Journal of Sexual Health, Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, and Journal of HIV/AIDS Prevention & Education for Adolescents & Children. He serves on the board of directors for the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, The Annapolis Group, Independent Colleges of Washington, and the Northwest Conference, as well as the Tacoma Art Museum, Seattle Symphony, Providence St. Joseph Health (chair, Work/Life Committee), Providence Health Plan (chair, Governance Committee) and The ROPA Corporation (St. Louis).
Crawford’s numerous other activities include serving on the board of directors for Swedish Health Services (2010–12), AIDS Foundation of Chicago (1994–08; board president, 2004–06), and Horizons Community Center (1988–92). He is former president of the Clinical Psychologists Licensing and Disciplinary Board of the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation, and previously served on the national advisory board of the Sexual Orientation and Gender Institute (2006–08), National Institutes of Health Panel Review–AIDS and Related Research (1999–2002), and various roles with the American Psychological Association.
