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CAAA will hold a public meeting Friday, January 17, 2025, 1 to 4 pm at 1110 Capitol Way Blvd, RM 135, Olympia, WA. Questions - email info@caa.wa.gov
Agenda available at this link.
The Civil Rights Act of 1875
The Civil Rights Act of 1875, also known as the Sumner Civil Rights Bill, was a law that aimed to protect African Americans from discrimination in public accommodations and transportation.
The bill prohibited discrimination in public accommodations: hotels, theaters, transportation, and other places of public amusement, guaranteed equal access to public transportation and prohibited the exclusion of African Americans from jury duty.
The bill, drafted by Senator Charles Sumner of Massachusetts in 1870, passed Congress in 1875. However, in 1883 the Supreme Court ruled the bill unconstitutional citing the 14th Amendment to the Constitution granted Congress the right to regulate states, not individuals. This decision led to the establishment of separate-but-equal policies and second-class citizenship for African Americans.
The principle of protecting public accommodation rights through federal legislation was revived via the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Provisions of this civil rights act forbade discrimination on the basis of sex, as well as, race in hiring, promoting, and firing and was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson later that year.
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Tabor 100 Offers Technical Assistance
The Tabor 100 Technical Assistance Programs offers support for small, minority-owned businesses at no cost.
Access the Request Form
Follow the link above or navigate to www.tabor100.org to complete the request form. Small businesses and entrepreneurs are vital to our community.
Additional events listed at CAAA.WA.Gov/events
 The City of Tacoma presents Building Bridges - its Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and Community Outreach Fair in Tacoma!
Monday, January 20, 2025. A day of unity, inspiration, and hope embraces the theme: Building Bridges. The event underscores the importance of fostering unity and collaboration within the community. Stories will be shared throughout the program that highlight how individuals and organizations from diverse backgrounds work together to create meaningful connections and drive positive change.
🎤 Inspiring local speakers and performers
🏆 Community Service Awards
🤝 Community Outreach Fair (starts at 11 AM)
🎉 Celebration begins at 1 PM
Honor Dr. King’s legacy and those individuals who keep his dream alive in our community. Together, we’ll rise and build a brighter future.
Bring your friends and family - more information here
Greater Tacoma Convention Center - 1500 Commerce St. Tacoma, WA
 The time is coming for local youth to share and express themselves through art and language at the Black Voices Symposium on Feb. 10, 2025 at The Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center, Gonzaga University - 211 E Desmet Ave Spokane, WA 99258.
How does the above quote resonate with you? How do you show up with courage? Who has shown you courage? For Black History Month, the Black Lens invites expressions from our Black youth community.
Submissions due by January 10th! Email: april@blacklensnews.com for questions.
NAAM’s annual King Day celebration returns to honor the life, legacy, and sacrifice of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Monday, January 20, 2025 from 10AM - 5PM Northwest African American Museum - 2300 South Massachusetts Street, Seattle, WA 98144
The theme throughout 2025 is “Forward Together!” a response to his book “Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community?” and his 1967 speech “Where Do We Go From Here?”
Forward Together is both a call to action and a promise to the community that NAAM will remain dedicated to serving as the cornerstone of meaningful community engagement.
Join NAAM for this incredible family-friendly event that will feature two new exhibitions, a resource expo, community conversations, family activities, storytelling, book giveaways, and more! NAAM will partner with over 20 organizations whose inspiring efforts and dedication to their mission are advancing the local landscape.
Braids and Beyond in Spokane presents a FREE beginner-friendly hair braiding class in celebration of MLK Jr. Day. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Sponsors @northwestcrediblemessenger and @tsomnetwork bring this FREE resource to the community!
January 12, 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM at The Hive Spokane Public Library. 2904 E. Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA, United States, Washington
Scan the QR code to grab a ticket. You only need one ticket per family. Please keep your party to a minimum of 3 as seats are limited.
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