Events

Rethinking Race and Class — by Breanna Boyce — event date Feb 08, 2012 11:00 AM

Lani Guinier, Civil Rights Attorney, is the first African American woman to be appointed to a tenured professorship at Harvard Law (1998). During the 1980’s she was head of the voting rights project at the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. She is the author of numerous articles on democratic theory, political representation, educational equity, and issues of race and gender. She is also the recipient of 11 honorary degrees from schools which include Smith College, Spelman College, Swarthmore College and the University of the District of Columbia.

Seattle Tutoring Coalition Presents: Infusing Study Skills, Goal Setting, and Motivation Into the Tutoring Session — by Rebecca Kuenzel — event date Feb 09, 2012 11:00 AM

This free workshop will focus on supporting tutors to structure their time with youth in a way that promotes student engagement and success.

Cross-Agency Systems Training — by Breanna Boyce — event date Feb 10, 2012 08:15 AM

A FREE introduction to public systems serving King County adults.

Talking with Children and Youth about Race — by Ilsa Govan — event date Feb 10, 2012 08:30 AM

Participants will… 1. Learn how children/youth k-12 see and understand race; 2. Learn ways to support a healthy ethnic identity development in children/youth; 3. Learn strategies for talking with children/youth about countering bias.

Transforming Public Policy Toward Racial Equity — by Andrew Nelson — event date Feb 10, 2012 01:00 PM

As leaders in public service, we have a responsibility to respond to the needs of the diverse communities we serve. We already know that in the U.S., there are pervasive racial disparities in health care, housing, employment, education, criminal legal, and more. It is also estimated that in 2050, people of color will no longer be a quantitative "minority." Can public policies and organizations afford to ignore these trends? How can public institutions better serve people of color and better adjust to the needs of changing community demographics? Join us to understand how you, a public service leader, can work to address racial disparities through public policy and service.

Collection: The "Unspoken" Truths — by Andrew Nelson — event date Feb 11, 2012 10:00 AM

The exhibit chronicles the rich history of Africans in Africa prior to chattel slavery, the experiences and impact of chattel slavery, Jim Crow Era, and the many contributions African Americans have had on scientific, cultural, and technological (inventions) innovations in the U.S. and the world. Along with the exhibit Bro. Richardson will be conducting two special storytelling sessions: 11:00a.m.-12:00p.m. and 3:00p.m.-4:00p.m. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. Donations will gladly be accepted.

POVERTY COMPETENCY — by Anna McCain — event date Feb 15, 2012 08:30 AM

Brought back by popular demand!! The interactive workshop is designed for people who work with clients who currently live in poverty. Participants will obtain a stronger foundation for understanding the dynamics of poverty—how it is created through the interaction of individuals within social systems and how individuals and families experience it. Participants gain insights from the points of view of individuals experiencing poverty as they explore the various kinds of poverty, reflect on their own socio-economic experiences, and talk first hand with a guest presenter who has experienced and survived homelessness and who willingly and honestly shares her perspectives and answers questions. Participants will have an opportunity to step into the shoes of people who live in poverty through pre-training assignments and in-class exercises. Upon completion of this training participants will increase their capacity to: • Build hope, connections, resources and opportunities to better assist clients in moving out and staying out of poverty

Symposium on Racial Bias and the Criminal Justice System — by Breanna Boyce — event date Feb 16, 2012 01:00 PM

SYMPOSIUM ON RACIAL BIAS AND THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM Thursday and Friday February 16 and 17, 2012 at Seattle University Piggott Auditorium and School of Law

Building Community Methods Workshop — by Regina Lum-Witkoske — event date Feb 17, 2012 09:30 AM

This lively workshop introduces participants to numerous community-building and relationship-building activities

Facilitator Training for Power of Parents Workshop — by Mike Graham-Squire — event date Feb 17, 2012 12:30 PM

Learn how to make 30-minute presentations about underage drinking prevention to parents. Free facilitator training in Power of Parents, It’s Your Influence, curriculum developed by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)

Arts & Culture Reporting Camp — by Sara Stogner — event date Feb 18, 2012 10:00 AM

The Seattle Digital Literacy Initiative is offering a hands-on journalism camp for youth, ages 13-19. Students will discover arts and culture through the eyes of a journalist! They will also meet local Arts & Culture reporters, experience new music, art, and food through field trips around Seattle, and work in teams to write and photograph their very own stories.

Facilitation Fundamentals — by Mike Beebe — event date Feb 23, 2012 09:00 AM

One of the most important skills of an effective community leader is the ability to facilitate group discussions and help groups make decisions together in a way that engages the voices of everyone in the group. Too often, we get thrown into the role of facilitator without having been taught the fundamentals and/or had a chance to practice. In this workshop you will have an opportunity to both learn and practice the fundamentals in a fun, interactive, and non-threatening environment.

Strategic Human Resources Management: The Nonprofit Advantage — by Danielle Potter — event date Feb 24, 2012 08:00 AM

Achieving your organization’s mission and outcomes requires having an effective system for finding, mobilizing, and leading people. The current economic climate, demographic changes in the workforce, and scarce resources has made human resources management critically important for nonprofit organizations. Poorly designed and implemented human resources management practices can devastate the organization, staff members, and the people you serve.

2012 Annual Service Learning Symposium — by Andrew Nelson — event date Feb 24, 2012 08:00 AM

The 2012 Annual Service Learning Symposium promises to be an exciting event! Author and Service Learning Trainer and Advocate, Cathy Berger Kaye will be joining us for the day! She will present our opening keynote, "In Youth We Trust", a series of workshops, and a closing/reflection World Cafe.

Changing Lenses Introductory Course — by Breanna Boyce — event date Feb 24, 2012 03:00 PM

A 3-day beginning-level training in diversity and cultural competency

Changing Lenses Introductory Course — by Breanna Boyce — event date Feb 25, 2012 10:00 AM

A 3-day beginning-level training in diversity and cultural competency

Changing Lenses Introductory Course — by Breanna Boyce — event date Feb 26, 2012 10:00 AM

A 3-day beginning-level training in diversity and cultural competency

Advanced Facilitation Skills- the art of creating Gracious Space for group transformation — by Mike Beebe — event date Mar 22, 2012 09:00 AM

In the Fundamentals course, we will cover “the science” of group facilitation. In the Advanced Facilitation Skills workshop, we will explore “the art” of facilitation using the Center For Ethical Leadership’s Gracious Space Framework as a tool for artful facilitation. Gracious Space is a spirit and a setting where we invite the stranger and learn in public.

Cooperative Learning Methods Workshop — by Regina Lum-Witkoske — event date Mar 22, 2012 09:30 AM

This workshop addresses youth’s interaction in groups—both the cooperative learning environment and leadership opportunities.

Planning & Reflection Methods Workshop — by Regina Lum-Witkoske — event date Apr 27, 2012 09:30 AM

Learn how to support youth in planning, implementing, and evaluating activities and projects.

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Past Events — by Kyla Lackie

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