Guiding Youth in Polarizing Times When events such as ICE raids, wars, or protests occur locally or nationally, children and youth often respond with questions, fears, or misunderstandings. Young people are forming ideas about race, power, safety, and belonging. Ignoring these moments can unintentionally reinforce stress, misinformation, or othering. Our Cultures Connecting team developed Guiding Youth in Polarizing Times to provide developmentally informed strategies to help

Arab American Heritage, Autism Acceptance, and Celebrate Diversity Month Arab American Heritage Month is celebrated to recognize the diverse culture, history, and contributions of Arab Americans to the United States . While grassroots efforts to mark the occasion began in the 1990s, it gained significant momentum in   2017 through the efforts of  ArabAmerica.com  and the Arab America Foundation. The initiative was driven by a desire to combat stereotypes and provide a dedicat

Leading Equity in Shifting Times Workshop in May Equity leadership is evolving. Across the country, formal DEI roles are being restructured, renamed, or eliminated. In many organizations, the work has not disappeared, it has simply become more complex. Some leaders are carrying equity efforts under a different name. Others are navigating pushback, policy shifts, or heightened scrutiny. Many are doing this work while also holding their primary roles. In this moment, clarity, s

No Kings Protest on March 28th No Kings is organizing their third protest since the current administration took office with thousands of nationwide marches rooted in nonviolent action on March 28th. To find a protest in the greater Seattle area, visit this events page . To find your local events on an interactive map, visit the No Kings website . In addition to the marches, they also have a list of urgent calls to action, Know Your Rights resources, and trainings to document

March is Women's History & Developmental Disability Awareness Month Women’s History Month honors the achievements and contributions of women throughout history while recognizing the ongoing work toward gender equity. It began as a local celebration in Santa Rosa, California in 1978, organized by the Education Task Force of the Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women. After continued advocacy from historians and women’s organizations, Congress officially designated Ma

Join Tsuru for Solidarity & La Resistencia for Solidarity Day Tsuru for Solidarity  and La Resistencia  are hosting a Day of Remembrance and solidarity day on the Tacoma Northwest Detention Center on Saturday, February 21st at 1:00pm. Survivors of Japanese American internment will speak about the parallels between their lived experiences and the current victims of mass immigration detention. La Resistencia will be speaking on the latest conditions inside the detention center