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Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
There is help. If experiencing a suicidal crisis or emotional distress - call 988 or text 741741
Sometimes we are not 'ok.'
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Founder of the first Black-owned mutual fund company is John W. Rogers Jr.
The only son of Jewel Lafontant and John W. Rogers Sr., his mother was the first African American woman to graduate from the University of Chicago Law School in 1946 and a prominent Republican attorney. His father was a Tuskegee airman pilot with over 100 combat missions of service during World War II and judge for twenty years. One of Rogers' great-grandfathers owned the Stratford Hotel in Greenwood, Tulsa, Oklahoma, known as Black Wall Street. The hotel was destroyed during the 1921 Tulsa race riot.
Rogers is the founder of Ariel Capital Management. Established in July 1983 with $10,000 in financial support from friends and family, the Ariel fund became public on November 6, 1986. He is a graduate of Princeton University, a regular contributor to Forbes magazine and other outlets. Serving on numerous civic, educational and arts organizations including the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, the company and a network of community partners support Ariel Community Academy, which emphasizes financial literacy in its curriculum. Rogers designed the curricula and brings students to board meetings. Eighty percent of the eighth-grade graduates from the academy are accepted at elite area high schools. Rogers has also adopted a class of 40 sixth graders at a cost of $200,000 per year through the "I Have A Dream Foundation.
Source: Blackentrepreneurprofile.com; Wgnradio.com; Wikipedia.org
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 Misinformation is spreading saying that 'voting does make a difference.'
Don't believe the lie! Black votes count and do matter. Efforts to turn the clock back and make voting difficult is a clear indicator of the power of your vote!
2024 is one of the most important voting cycles in America's history.
Register to vote! In Washington state, register to vote online and voting is conducted completely by mail! No need for a stamp - simply return your ballot in its pre-paid envelope! The Primary and General elections take place later this year.
- 17 year-olds who will be 18 by election day, register now!
- Former felons CAN VOTE! The right is restored AUTOMATICALLY once you are out of physical custody. Click here for additional information.
- Moved? You'll need to update your address
- Already registered? Be sure to vote and encourage others to vote!
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What does voting mean for me? Whom do I vote for? What does all this mean? Voting means a voice for our community, our kids and a means of speaking out. A Voter Pamphlet is mailed 18 days before your ballot or view it anytime online!
Don't discount the value and power of voting! A few years ago, a Washington state election was decided by a margin of just 42 votes.
The Black Education Strategy Roundtable (BESR) champions educational equity and excellence for Black students in Washington state is actively seeking new leadership with fresh perspectives and dedicated talent. Applications are now being accepted for the role of Executive Director and board members. This is a clarion call for leaders passionate about making a difference in the educational outcomes of Black communities.
Executive Director: BESR's new visionary leader will steer the Roundtable toward groundbreaking achievements. If you have a proven track record in educational advocacy, and strategic leadership, and are driven by a commitment to social justice, please apply.
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Monday was the deadline to file your federal taxes, but it’s not too late to file for Washington’s Working Families Tax Credit.
Have you applied for this tax credit?
Last year’s 164,000 applicants received an average return of $800!. An estimated 350,000 Washington households are still eligible but haven’t yet applied.
Launched last year, the program returns as much as $1,255 to qualifying Washington families. Take a few minutes to determine your eligibility by clicking here and apply, and you might receive a check in the mail a few weeks later.
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The Tacoma Probono Legal Clinic is scheduled for:
April 24th, May 7 and May 22nd
1pm to 3pm
@the Tacoma Urban League 2550 South Yakima, Tacoma, WA
If you are in need of legal assistance, come by at 1:00pm and sign up for an appointment.
Access legal advice, resources, information, access to program services and information on navigating the system and other civil issues.
Call 253-383-2007 with questions and how to schedule an appointment
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A vibrant celebration of holistic well-being in South Seattle’s Black community brought to you by Seattle Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Seattle Parks and Recreation!
Discover community health resources, connect with health care providers, get important health screenings, and participate in wellness workshops. There will also be vaccinations and childhood immunizations!
From fitness demonstrations to hand CPR training to nutrition tips, come prioritize your health with us on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Rainier Beach Community Center located at 8825 Rainier Ave S, Seattle WA 981218. Let’s thrive together! For more info email: dstsacphysicalmentalhealth@gmail.com
Vendor calls for the City of Auburn's Juneteenth Celebration and Festival Sundiata
City of Auburn Juneteenth Celebration - June 23, 2024 - 10 am to 3 pm. General and Food Vendor applications
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Festival Sundiata - aka Black Arts Fest - scheduled for August 23-25, 2024 at the Armory Food & Event Hall and Mural Amphitheatre at Seattle Center. Noon to 6 pm.
Free and open to the public. Vendors needed. More info via FestivalSundiata.org
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Its back for 2024! The largest Juneteenth celebration in Washington state!
Now seeking vendors!
Scheduled for Wednesday, June 19th, 2024 at Stewart Park - 5715 Reginald Gutierrez Lane in Tacoma!
Mark your calendars - this event is free! https://www.juneteenthwa.com/
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DSHS is Hiring! Attend a Virtual Open House
Are you seeking full-time employment? Attend one of the monthly virtual Open Houses - they're free and open to the public.
During the presentations, attendees will learn about state benefits; the Public Benefits Specialist job class; how to submit a complete job application and receive valuable Q&A time with current employees.
What: Virtual Open Houses Hosted by DSHS’s Community Services Division
When: Every 2nd Thursday of the month 6:00-7:30 PM
Register for an upcoming presentation via the QR code in the flyer, log-in via the link below or email careersatcsd@dshs.wa.gov.
Zoom Registration Link: https://dshs-wa.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrfu-hrj8iGdxDUniJvYpeM_qm008KfNTM
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Featured here are a few of the organizations seeking applicants. Additional job opportunities are listed at www.careers.wa.gov or www.caaa.wa.gov/employmentopportunities. Tell them you heard about the opening from CAAA!
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City of Tacoma recruitments
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Pierce County - recruitments
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Tacoma Public Health Department openings
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View job openings at Kingcounty.gov
- City of Seattle jobs
- Sometimes, your job is outdoors. View available positions at Washington State Parks jobs or the Department of Fish & Wildlife jobs
- Environment stewards! Plant yourself at the Washington State Department of Ecology
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Attorney General's Office state-wide employment recruitments https://www.atg.wa.gov
- Department of Corrections: Correctional Officers, Nurses, LPNs, Psychologists, etc., needed. Find all recruitments at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/doc
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Department of Children, Youth and Families opportunities here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/dcyf
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Washington State Employment Security Department. Help others find jobs! You and your work matter here Apply now!
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Department of Social & Health Services openings posted at http://bit.ly/2JjcTzW
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Department of Transportation. View all statewide career opportunities such as Fiscal Analyst 4 - Cash Receipts Supervisor, Maintenance Mechanic 3; Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) and Workforce Equity Compliance Specialist in Vancouver, WA. In this role, you will serve as the subject matter expert for the Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR) program’s compliance with DBE, Small and Diverse Businesses (SDB), Supportive Services, Equal Employment Opportunity, Workforce Equity, Tribal Employment, and On-the-Job Training. This position has program management responsibilities, provides DBE and Workforce Equity guidance and compliance oversight to the IBR Program’s regional partner agencies, including but not limited to, WSDOT, ODOT, TriMet and C-Tran, recipients and subrecipients, consultants and contractors.
- First Fed careers
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Pierce County Library System (PCLS) apply now http://jobs.pcls.us
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South Puget Sound Community College careers https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/spscc
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Blue Zones Project Parkland-Spanaway Organization & Well-Being Lead position is now live on our Careers Page and Indeed. Please forward this along to anyone you think may be a good fit for the position
The salary range for this position is $70,000 – $85,000. In addition, benefits to Blue Zones employees include medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), 401K incentive savings plan, paid time off (PTO), and paid holidays.
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