Next Steps for Seattle’s $27.25 Million Participatory Budgeting Projects
November 7, 2024
The Select Budget Committee may choose to vote on the future of Seattle’s $27.25 million participatory budgeting (PB) projects this month.
Civil Rights Commissions Newsletter
November 4, 2024
Newsletter shared by the Seattle Office for Civil Rights on behalf of the Disability, LGBTQ, Human Rights, and Women’s commissions. This newsletter amplifies updates and events from the Disability, LGBTQ, Human Rights, and Women’s commissions. This issue features each commission’s work this year and their priorities for 2025, this year’s… [ Keep reading ]
Screening and panel discussion of documentary “From Here” to spotlight generational immigrant experiences
October 18, 2024
This post was originally published on the Seattle Department of Neighborhood’s blog. The Seattle Office for Civil Rights and Seattle Information Technology are partnering with the Seattle Public Library for a film screening and panel discussion on generational immigrant experiences and building belonging for all in Seattle. The film ‘From… [ Keep reading ]
Mayor Harrell Advances Community Investments in Participatory Budgeting Projects
August 16, 2024
This week, Mayor Harrell transmitted legislation to the Seattle City Council to authorize $27.25 million to implement six winning participatory budgeting projects focused on increasing access to housing, improving public safety and mental health supports, advancing food equity, and improving public infrastructure to meet basic needs.
SWC Inside/Out: An interview with Rokea Jones
June 18, 2024
Welcome to SWC Inside/Out, an interview series with members of the Seattle Women’s Commission and the community members who inspire us. This is the fifth installment of the series and we are delighted to interview former Seattle Women’s Commissioner and maternal health expert, Rokea Jones. Read on to learn more… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Women’s Commission Announces Angela Garbes as 2024 Jeanette Williams Award Recipient
June 10, 2024
Award ceremony open to the public Media contact: Sage Leibenson, sage.leibenson@seattle.gov, (206) 233-5156 This press release is shared by the Office for Civil Rights on behalf of the Seattle Women’s Commission. SEATTLE (June 10) – The Seattle Women’s Commission will present the 2024 Jeanette Williams award to Seattle-based author, Angela… [ Keep reading ]
City of Seattle Invests $1.2 Million in Domestic Violence Supports
April 17, 2024
The City of Seattle is awarding $1.2 million to support community-led services that address domestic violence outside of the criminal legal system.
Winter 2024 Newsletter
February 17, 2024
The Seattle Office for Civil Rights’ winter 2024 newsletter is available now! This issue features a new video illustrating enforcement services offered by SOCR, highlights from our commissions, and an update on next steps toward participatory budgeting project implementation. Also included are a list of upcoming community events and opportunities. Read… [ Keep reading ]
Know Your Rights: Report Illegal Discrimination
February 17, 2024
The Seattle Office for Civil Rights (SOCR) enforces Seattle’s civil rights laws which include protections against discrimination in employment, public places, housing, and contracting. Our investigations are free, and we assist people in filing claims. Who is Protected Seattle offers some of the most expansive antidiscrimination protections in the United… [ Keep reading ]
2023 Year-End Newsletter
December 29, 2023
The Seattle Office for Civil Rights’ 2023 year-end newsletter is available now! This issue features reflections our work in 2023, information about service animals in Seattle, and an update on next steps toward participatory budgeting project implementation. Also included is information about the 2023 Collective Network Request for Proposals, and a… [ Keep reading ]