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Welcoming Week Workshop: Taking Anti-Racism and Inclusion to ACTION
- Date: 09/20/2023 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Council Chamber at Shoreline City Hall
17500 Midvale Ave N
Shoreline, Washington 98133
Taking Anti-Racism and Inclusion to ACTION
Welcoming Week, an annual campaign of Welcoming America, is September 8-17. The purpose is to build inclusive and welcoming communities for all people, regardless of differences.
This interactive workshop explores issues affecting people from diverse backgrounds, including People of Color and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Presented by community consultants Jolene Jang and Kevin P. Henry.
Attendees will:
• Gain a deeper understanding of the impacts of unconscious bias, microaggressions, and discrimination
• Learn how to increase unity through learning, compassion, and empathy
• Nurture an inclusive and welcoming community through anti-racist strategies
• Learn how to make positive change in their personal lives, the workplace, and community.
To RSVP or for more information, email welcomingplace@shorelinewa.gov.
Community Events
If you would like to receive a periodic email with information about local events, trainings, and/or other resources related to diversity, inclusion, and racial equity, please contact Suni Tolton, Equity and Social Justice Coordinator, at stolton@shorelinewa.gov or 206-801-2256.
Edmonds Diversity Film Series
Free screenings of films on themes related to diversity, inclusion, and equity 3rd Saturdays of the month, October – April (except December).
Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Arts Council Events and Programs
The Arts Council offers a wide range of programming from one-on-one artists experiences to 450 seat performances throughout Shoreline and larger community.
Resources
King County Equity & Social Justice
Seattle Office for Civil Rights
Shoreline Community College Equity and Social Justice
Shoreline Schools Equity and Family Engagement