The Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites is MOBILIZING to DEFUND the SPD by 50% and REINVEST IN BLACK AND BROWN COMMUNITIES. We have until July 17th to influence the city budget. As a people who have historically benefited from the institution of police, we have a responsibility to advocate for … [Read more...]
Black Collective Voice Page Engage Series, Part 2 “From Black Lives Matter to Black Liberation,” July 3, 2020, Seattle
Friday, July 3rd, 6:30 pm, Jimi Hendrix Park, 2400 S Massachusetts St, Seattle This week highlights Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor’s “From #BLACKLIVESMATTER to Black Liberation”. This text will help us understand our current moment within the larger context of the historic movement for … [Read more...]
WA Low Income Housing Alliance Weekly Webinars, 10:00 am Wednesdays
The WA Low Income Housing Alliance works toward the opportunity for all Washington residents to live in safe, healthy, affordable homes in thriving communities. They sponsor a weekly webinar to highlight work and provide action points on these issues. Examples of recent/coming meetings: Marc … [Read more...]
Backbone Campaign Fundamental Right to Food Events, June 26, July 1, online
Food is a basic need, and healthy local food should be a fundamental right. At the heart of the food system is the seed. Our current food system is so broken - in most all ways. Join Backbone for two events, this Friday and next Wednesday. We will talk about the effects of racism and … [Read more...]
BLACK LIVES MATTER CALLS FOR STATEWIDE SILENT MARCH AND GENERAL STRIKE ON FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2020
Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County is calling for a statewide day of action in support of all Black lives in Washington State on Friday, June 12th. The day of action will include a general strike and a silent march to mourn the lives lost to police brutality and institutional racism. For those … [Read more...]
UUs for a Just Economic Community Organizing UU Community to Join Poor People’s Campaign
A wonderful opportunity! The UUA/Poor People's Campaign has reached out to UUJEC to join their effort for economic justice. We've always felt we were a good fit but somehow never connected. We need volunteers This great opportunity means we need to increase our capacity. Our volunteers will … [Read more...]
Four Ways to Support UU Involvement in Poor People’s Campaign
Letter to UUJEC from Pablo DeJesus, council member UUA’s PPC Leadership Council: I'm writing to ask if UUJEC can do several things to support UU involvement in the PPC, especially in these final days leading into Sat. June 20th -- a major milestone for PPC. See the UUA announcement on the … [Read more...]
Webinar Draws Parallels Between COVID-19 and Climate Crisis, June 11, online
Join UUs for a Just Economic Community for a webinar: Climate Crisis, like COVID-19, is a Global Health Threat; & Managing the Health Effects of the Climate Crisis. Thursday June 11, 5:00 pm PDT To join our Webinar, please click here. Brief Bio: Julia Ying is a volunteer public speaker … [Read more...]
Online Seminar – Dying of Whiteness: The politics of racial resentment with Dr. Jonathan Metzl, May 26, 2020
Dying of Whiteness: The politics of racial resentment with Dr. Jonathan Metzl. Join Dr. Jonathan Metzl (physician,psychiatrist, sociologist, and author) and look at what it will take to overcome the politics of white resentment and steer the nation toward cooperation, compassion, and unity. In … [Read more...]
Coalition of Anti Racist Whites (CARWA) 30 Minute Action Lab, May 17th, 2020, online
The novel coronavirus pandemic is having devastating health and economic consequences in the US and around the world. And while the virus does not discriminate, communities of color are disproportionately affected. Intersecting systems of oppression such as racism and classism are compounding the … [Read more...]
Sign Up for Training in How to Combat Climate and Racial Injustice, Apply by May 8, 2020
The COVID-19 crisis is exacerbating pre-existing inequities, especially among Black, Indigenous, and communities of color. It’s critical that we build power now to confront these inequities – which are now determining who lives and who dies. As part of 350.org’s 3-year strategic plan, we’re … [Read more...]
Sign Up for Weekly Four-Part Online Training for UU the Vote Deep Canvassing, 4/25 to 5/30
The UU Action Network of Illinois has taken the training they were going to do at the Mid America Region and has turned it into 4 two hours slots. Need 3 to 4 people from Washington state to attend. “The truth about stories is, that's all we are.”—Thomas King Imagine...listening … [Read more...]
Mass Poor People’s Assembly & Moral March on Washington Going Digital! June 20, 2020
The Mass Poor People’s Assembly & Moral March on Washington on June 20, 2020 will not be postponed but will be transformed! We are going digital! We will hold the largest digital and social media gathering of poor and low-wealth people and people of conscience in this nation’s history. The … [Read more...]
UU General Assembly: Rooted, Inspired and Ready, June 24-28, Providence RI
General Assembly (GA) is the annual meeting of our Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA). Attendees worship, witness, learn, connect, and make policy for the Association through democratic process. Anyone may attend; congregations must certify annually to send voting delegates. Rooted, Inspired, … [Read more...]
Faith Over Fear Campaign Launch Party, February 10, Redmond WA
The last four years in countering anti-Muslim bigotry has been quite a journey. We are so blessed that you have walked this journey with us! In the work that we do with you to counter anti-Muslim bigotry, we see five major issues: What is Sharia? Islam and Women’s Rights Islam and … [Read more...]
Faith Over Fear, Four-Hour Ally Training in Dealing with Islamophobia, February 1, Lynnwood WA
Each year anti-Muslim hate groups spend over $30 million dollars to make people afraid of Islam and American Muslims. The websites, You Tube videos, books, white papers, lobbying, and media stars of these hate groups turn the hearts and minds of people against one another, paving the way for a more … [Read more...]
Uprooting Racism for White Folks, February 1,2, 2020 in Port Townsend
Whether you are a seasoned activist or new to race work, we invite folks who identify as White/of European decent to deepen your race awareness and gain tools to take action towards a more equitable, just, and healthy life for all people, in a supportive and creative environment. This highly … [Read more...]
Sweet Honey and the Rock comes to Bellingham Jan 17, 2020
Sweet Honey and the Rock will be performing at the Mt. Baker Theater In Bellingham on January 17, 2020. Unitarian Universalist Dr. Ysaye Barnwell, composer and singer, and former member of Sweet Honey, wrote the group's piece "Breaths" that is in our UU Singing the Journey Song hymnal. She was … [Read more...]
Save the Date: White Privilege Symposium Northwest, May 15-16, 2020, TBD
The White Privilege Symposium (WPS) Northwest is an evening followed by a full day event designed to examine patterns, cultures, and systems that contribute to identity, power, and privilege. In examining and challenging concepts of privilege and oppression, WPS Northwest offers solutions and team … [Read more...]
Panel Discussion: Bringing Social Values to Life in Our Cities, Our Communities and Our Conscience, January 5th, 2020, Seattle WA
The Mount Holyoke College Club of the Puget Sound invites you to a panel discussion. Speakers: Dr. Serin Houston, Professor of Geography and International Relations at Mount Holyoke College, and author of Imagining Seattle: Social Values in Urban Governance. Dr. Anu Taranath, Principal Lecturer, … [Read more...]