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July 31, 2017

NOW YOU KNOW Do You Have a Passion for The Silent Protest Parade Health and Equity?

July 28, 2017 marked the 100 year anniversary of the Silent Protest Parade of , NY. Few have The Governor’s Interagency Council on Health heard of the first major Black-only demonstration Disparities will have one vacancy for a against racial violence and discrimination. Also called Consumer Position (no financial connection to the Silent March, on Saturday July 28 1917, an healthcare industry) starting September 14, estimated 8,000 to 10,000 African American men, women, and children marched in a parade of silent 2017. To apply for this position, please fill out protest against acts of discrimination and the Application for Appointment on the oppression— without shout or cheer—on New York’s Governor’s Web site. This is a volunteer 5th Avenue. position. No compensation is allowed per state law; however, reimbursement for travel Considered the birth of the civil rights movement, , the second vice president expenses may be allowable. Health Disparities of the NAACP (and also composer of what is Council members are expected to attend about considered the Black National Anthem— Lift Every 4 meetings/year. If you have questions, please Voice and Sing), educator W.E.B Du Bois and other contact Christy Hoff at 360-236-4108 or civil rights leaders gathered in New York to strategize [email protected] or visit the a response to a series of brutal attacks and escalating mob violence against Blacks. Of particular Council Website to learn more. concern was the East St. Louis, Illinois riots that drove thousands from their homes and left several hundred dead earlier that month.

Children, hand-in-hand lead the parade. Women followed and lastly, the men. Women and children were dressed entirely in white with the men dressed in black. African American Boy Scouts handed out flyers detailing why they where marching. They read in part:

“...We march because by the Grace of God and the force of truth, the dangerous, hampering walls of prejudice and inhuman injustices must fall. We march because we deem it a crime to be Town Hall Meeting with silent in the face of such barbaric acts...” Congressman Adam Smith

The banners carried during the parade expressed When: Saturday, August 12, 2017 from 10:00- opposition to disenfranchisement and segregation. 11:00 am Some appealed directly to President Woodrow Where: Foster High School Performing Arts Wilson to fulfil his campaign promise to protect Center through anti- legislation 4242 S 144th St. and stay true to his messages about freedom. Wilson Tukwila, WA 98168 failed to keep those promises; reneging on a meeting with black leaders including social activist and Please RSVP using Eventbrite or by calling self-made millionaire Madame C.J. Walker. (425)793-5180 or Toll Free at(888) SMITH09.

In commemoration of its 100th anniversary, The Driving Directions (from Tacoma): Silent Parade was the featured Doodle on Take S 13th St to I-705 S, Follow I-5 N to South- the Google webpage last week. center Pkwy in Tukwila. Take exit 153 from I-5 N, Follow Klickitat Dr and 51st Ave S to S 144th St Sources: Blackpast.org; Heavy.com; Driving Directions (from Bellevue): Nationalhumanitiescenter.org; Theartnewspaper.com; Get on I-405 S, Follow I-405 S to Southcenter Time.com; Wikipedia.org Blvd in Tukwila. Take the Southcenter Blvd exit from I-405 S, Follow Southcenter Blvd and 42nd Ave S to S 144th St Driving Directions (from Seattle): Take I-5 S to S Boeing Access Rd in Tukwila. Take exit 158 from I-5 S, Take Tukwila International Blvd to S 144th St Parking:

Free parking is available at Foster High School.

Taking Transit: 5 minute bus ride via King County Metro #128 from Tukwila International Blvd Link Station. For more information, contact Metro at (206) 553- 3000 or on the web at http://metro.kingcounty.gov.

***Translation services: If you need translation services at this town hall, please indicate this on your RSVP or contact Congressman Smith's District Office at (425)793-5180. Please give the office as much advanced notice as possible to provide the service.

Our greatest source of strength, the soul of Seafair celebrates the best of the African American community and African Diaspora culture in the Northwest featuring Music, Food, Culture and family fun! Attractions include the Africatown Heritage Parade featuring dance troops and drill teams, Children’s Day & Family Fun Village, Soul N The Park, Afrobeat & Roots Stage, Heal The Hood Basketball Tournament & Hip Hop 4 Peace stage and delicious flavors of the African diaspora from restaurants and food trucks, vendor marketplace, Community resource Fair and more!

In partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation, Alopecia Support Group (ASG) is having a FREE Image and Ac- cessory workshop for anyone dealing with hair loss due to cancer or Alopecia. The workshop will provide hands on, interactive, make-up and accessory techniques for everyone. The information learned from the workshop will help individuals navigate and transition as they journey with this life altering hair loss challenge.

Seattle Center’s FREE Movies at the Mural presents Hidden Figures Saturday, August 12, 2017 at dusk (about 9:00 PM) Movie is FREE, no admission fee. Seating is first-come, first served Enjoy the film on the Mural Amphitheatre lawn in front of a state-of-the-art 40-foot screen under the Space Needle!

Each film presented preceded by a short created by Cornish College of the Arts Film students Questions? Go to Seattlecenter.com

Listed are a few of the newest employment announcements. A more comprehensive list of jobs is availa- ble on webpage—www.caa.wa.gov. Resources and job fair information for job seekers available at work- sourcewa.com. Click on ‘career tools’ and ‘workshops and hiring events’ for timely, state-wide infor- mation.

Washington State Attorney General’s Office Legal Office Assistant, Seattle, WA. Closes 8/7/2017

Washington State Department of Corrections www.jobs.doc.wa.gov. Currently accepting applications for multiple Correctional Officer positions throughout the state! In addition to main- taining safety and security for the institution, we are looking for motivated and talented leaders to serve as pro- social role models to the incarcerated individuals and demonstrate upstanding behavior that will prepare them for successful reentry into the community. For more information or to APPLY, visit jobs.doc.wa.gov| keyword: CO1

Multiple Chemical Dependency Specialist positions throughout the state, as part of the Substance Abuse Recovery unit (SARU). Chemical Dependency Specialists (Program Specialist 3) have a unique opportunity to build recovery networks in multiple communities for individuals in need of initial and ongoing treatment. In this role, you will be on the cutting edge of reentry efforts, employing creativity to design and implement new strategies, and providing services across the continuum of care for individuals battling opioid use disorders.

NURSES: With more than 8,000 employees throughout the state, we recognizes that staff are our greatest asset and provide a wide range of rewarding opportunities for career advancement! Washington State Department of Corrections are currently seeking qualified Nurses throughout the state to provide healthcare to incarcerated individuals serving time at a Washington State correctional facility. For more information or to APPLY, visit jobs.doc.wa.gov| keyword: NURSE

CORRECTIONAL CAPTAIN: We are currently seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to take on the dy- namic role of Correctional Captain at Stafford Creek Corrections Center in Aberdeen. The Correctional Captain serves in an administrative capacity within an adult corrections facility. They are a member of the leadership team and su- pervise custody staff, to include Correctional Sergeants and Lieutenants. The Captain performs a varied range of ad- ministrative duties, provides training and mentorship to ensure positive growth and development for staff, and sup- ports the agency’s mission to ‘improve public safety’ through implementation of policy-driven procedures and stra- tegic plans. For more information or to APPLY, visit jobs.doc.wa.gov| keyword: CAPTAIN

Washington State Board of Health is in search of a detail-oriented analyst with an interest in public health policy and a passion for health equity! This position conducts health policy research and analysis for the State Board of Health and the Governor’s Interagency Council on Disparities. Management Analyst 3—Health Impact Review Analyst (part-time project). Closes 8/13/2017

Washington State Department of Transportation Fiscal Technician 2, Goldendale, WA. Open until filled. Desktop Support Specialist – ITS3, open until filled. Electronics Engineering Manager, Tumwater, WA. Open until filled. Office Engineer—TE3, Fife, WA. Closes 8/13/2017

South Puget Sound Community College openings

Pierce County Conservation District Crop Farm Specialist closing 8/7/2017