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Harriet Tubman
A scout. A spy. A nurse. An advocate. These are just a few of the titles used to describe a renowned freedom fighter and former enslaved woman. Harriet Tubman spent much of her life fighting for others. She was the first woman to oversee an American military action during a time of war, and was posthumously awarded the rank of general on Monday, November 11, 2024.
Born into slavery in 1822, she later escaped from Dorchester County, Maryland to Philadelphia where she lived as a freewoman.
Once free, Tubman dedicated her life to the abolition of slavery as a conductor on the Underground Railroad. Earning the nickname "Moses", she travelled by night and in extreme secrecy, to and from the Confederate South to rescue slaves.
Plantation owners offered large rewards for her capture . After the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 was passed, she helped guide escapees farther north into British North America (now known as Canada), and newly freed to find work.
She then channeled those experiences as a scout, spy and nurse for the Union army during the civil war, helping guide 150 Black soldiers on a gunboat raid in South Carolina. Tubman made her last trip to Maryland in November 1860, around the time that Abraham Lincoln was elected president. She remained a philanthropist well into her later years, founding the Home for Aged & Indigent Negroes and supporting women’s rights.
Initiated by President Barack Obama in 2016, US Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew announced plans to have a portrait of Tubman featured on the front of the $20 bill. The Trump administration delayed the move.
If put on the $20 dollar bill, she will be the first African American to appear on a US banknote.
Monday’s commemoration is the first time Tubman has been officially recognized for her military service.
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CAAA Chair Term Ends
Having completed the statutory limit of three terms, our Chair, Reverend Walter Kendricks of Spokane stepped down during the Commission's last meeting of 2024 on Friday.
We thank Rev. Kendricks for six years of exceptional service to the Commission and the people of the state of Washington!
We're seeking new CAAA Commissioners! Apply using this link: https://governor.wa.gov/boards-commissions/apply-serve.
Our role is to advocate for the community to the Governor, state legislature, state agencies and others. Participation is an effective way to become an active voice for our community. Commissioners serve for a two-year term that can be renewed at the Governor's discretion. Questions? Call 360-725-5664.
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Receive a message about an outstanding toll? Good To Go! only requests payment on MyGoodToGo.com. Do not click unknown links in emails or text messages.
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The African American Task Force is hosting a clothing and food drive for the underserved in the area. The drive will take place during the monthly meeting and donations can be dropped off at the local office. Thursday, November 21, 2024 - 5:30 pm. UBC Local206 - 25120 Pacific Highway S., Kent, WA |
You’re not alone. There is someone that’s willing to listen to you without judgment. Teen Link is a program of Crisis Connections that serves youth in Washington State.
Our teen volunteers are trained to listen to your concerns and talk with you about whatever’s on your mind – bullying, drug and alcohol concerns, relationships, stress, depression or any other issues you’re facing. No issue is too big or too small!
Calls and chats are confidential.
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Additional community event information can be found on our Events page at CAAA.WA.Gov/events
NAACP Spokane Gala with Hill Harper November 9th
Join the monthly reading with the African-American Writers' Alliance!
The African-American Writers' Alliance, a diverse and dynamic collective of Seattle-area writers of African descent, provides an informal and supportive forum for new and published writers.
Third Place Books Seward Park - 5041 Wilson Ave S. Seattle 98118
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 Originally written by Kathya Alexander and Reneschia Brown, Black To My Roots tells the personal, social, and political implications of Black women's hair and how it affects our self-esteem, social interactions, and career status based on society's impressions about our hair.
Our hair relationship that is not only an important part of our collective American history, deeply rooted in the experience of Black women in the United States, popular culture, and the world.
November 22-24th, 2024
Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute
17th Avenue South, Seattle, WA, USA
Sliding scale or pay-what-you-can basis. Donations support the individual artists and CD Forum. All contributions are welcome and no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.
Could the next big business idea come from a young person? Find out at the Tacoma Children’s Business Fair! 🚀
This event if FREE and open to the public! Saturday, November 16th will showcase the entrepreneurial talents of kids ages 5 to 16! Watch as they create products and develop brands. Join the fun as kids launch their own startups!
Check out over 50 booths at the Tacoma Children’s Business Fair at the Waterfront Market At Ruston - 5101 Yacht Club Rd. Tacoma, WA from 12pm to 3pm. (Vendors can set up at 11am and be ready by 11:45am then clean up at 3pm right after the brief awards ceremony).
You’ll see everything from handcrafted goods to innovative services—all dreamed up and brought to life by our amazing kidpreneurs. Cash Prizes will be awarded for different business categories in age groups 5-7, 8-10, 11-13 and 14-16.
More information at http://www.childrensbusinessfair.org/tacoma-wa
Some vendors may accept electronic payments but cash/small bills or coins are encouraged.
Bridges To Change Executive Search seeks a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as its next Chief Executive Officer. The ideal
candidate will bring a strong background in supportive housing, addiction recovery, mental health services, and nonprofit leadership, paired with a steady, collaborative leadership style. BTC's new CEO will be tasked with guiding the organization through its next phase of growth while ensuring
sustainability and operational excellence.
BTC has retained Glick Davis & Associates, LLC to facilitate this search on their behalf. Interested candidates should e-mail their cover letter and resume as a single pdf file to: bridgestochange@glickdavis.com
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Students - Consider these unique paid educational opportunities! Now Open: Washington State Legislative Internship Program & House and Senate Page Programs for high school students!
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