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Seattle Disability Commission Seeks Volunteers Interested in Shaping a More Accessible and Inclusive Seattle 

July 10, 2025

The Seattle Disability Commission (SDC) is accepting applications from community volunteers. Commissioners make recommendations to the Mayor, City Council, and City departments about programs, policies, and practices that increase participation of people with disabilities into all areas of economic, political, and community life. People who are passionate about promoting equity, access,… [ Keep reading ]

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Pride Past and Present: Women Who Shaped Seattle’s LGBTQIA+ Spaces, and the Teams Supporting Their Legacies

June 27, 2025

Lou Graham, Sherry Harris, and Storme Webber are among the countless who should be celebrated for their incredible contributions to the City of Seattle. Their work, alongside that of a multitude of local leaders and organizations, has ensured that Seattle’s communities can thrive and remain resilient.

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Summer Newsletter

June 16, 2025

The Seattle Office for Civil Rights’ summer newsletter is here! This issue features the LGBTQ Commission’s recent Pride Flag raising event, new civil rights resource videos for businesses, policy priorities that guide our work, and more.

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Know Your Rights Resource Guide for Immigrants, Refugees, and Advocates

June 12, 2025

In partnership with the Mayor’s Office and the Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs, the Seattle Office for Civil Rights has created a new Know Your Rights Resource Guide to support immigrant and refugee communities in Seattle. This guide offers essential information on legal rights, local resources, and family… [ Keep reading ]

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City of Seattle Celebrates 2SLGBTQ+ Pride Month with Flag Raising and Proclamations at City Hall 

June 5, 2025

On May 31, the Seattle LGBTQ Commission joined City and community leaders for the 13th annual Pride flag raising at City Hall in honor of Seattle’s Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (2SLGBTQ+) community.

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Emergency Contraceptive: There are Always Options

June 2, 2025

When birth control fails, there are still ways to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. This article brings awareness to emergency contraceptives and what can be done.

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Join the LGBTQ Commission to Raise the Pride Flag at Seattle City Hall

May 16, 2025

On May 31, the Seattle LGBTQ Commission will join Mayor Bruce Harrell to raise the LGBTQ+ Pride flag over City Hall! This is a public event and all are welcome to attend.

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Accelerating Action for Gender Equality: Real Voices and Real Change on International Women’s Day

March 4, 2025

This article by the Seattle Women’s Commission shares insights from local women highlighting the challenges they face, their achievements, and the changes needed to build a truly equal world.

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City of Seattle Launches New Youth Civic Engagement Program for Teens

December 20, 2024

Pilot program will equip Seattle high school students with skills to drive powerful change through leadership development, policy and advocacy experiences; Applications due January 16 SEATTLE (December 20)— Today, the City of Seattle Office for Civil Rights (SOCR) is announcing the launch of a new Youth Civic Engagement Program (YCEP),… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle’s 2025-2026 Budget Authorizes $27.25 Million to Implement Participatory Budgeting Projects

December 10, 2024

Despite major budget deficit, funding is maintained to address community needs SEATTLE (December 10) – The City of Seattle’s 2025-2026 budget authorizes $27.25 million to implement community-informed projects spanning mental health, food equity, homeowner stabilization, public restrooms, art, cultural preservation programs, and youth support services. These projects are funded by… [ Keep reading ]

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