Voices

Sharing stories and experiences that highlight diverse narratives across community groups.

Community Voices

Author: Kamna Shastri

Remembering Phil Hayasaka, Asian American and Civil Rights Activist

From South Seattle Emerald – Long time Asian American Civil Rights activist Phil Hayasaka recently passed away, but his legacy is alive and growing.

An exhibit and film comes home to Lummi Nation

From Vashon Beachcomber – “Whale People: Protectors of the Sea” tells the story of the killer whale and how Native Nations are stewards of the Salish Sea ecosystem.

Worshipping the Moon Goddess

From Taiwanese Daughter – Seattle writer and photojournalist Sharon H. Chang reflects on her Taiwanese American identity and the Autumn Moon Festival in this piece.

La Historia de Blas Andrés Felix Indígena Otomí

From Real Change – Blas Felix is an immigrant and activist and shares his story advocating for immigrant and Indigenous rights.

From “My Unforgotten Seattle” by Ron Chew, Chapter 68: A Trip to My Father’s Village

From International Examiner – Community activist, leader, and journalist Ron Chew shares an excerpt from his recently released memoir.

Sistah Scifi Makes Room for Stories Black Geeks, Nerds and “Weirdos” will love

From South Seattle Emerald – Sistah Scifi amplifies science fiction and fantasy works authored by Black women.

Meet the Eighteen-Year-Old Championing Indigenous Rights in Alaska

From YES! Magazine – Quannah Chasinghorse is the young changemaker leading the way for Indigenous rights and protecting the Arctic Wildlife Refuge in Alaska.

Deepa Iyer is Farming for Social Justice

From Civil Eats – Deepa Iyer and Victor Anagli started Ayeko farm in Enumclaw to bring together community and reclaim the cultural and ecological heritage of BIPOC communities.

The Pendleton Problem: When Does Cultural Appreciation Tip Into Cultural Appropriation?

From Dwell – a deep dive into the fine line between cultural appropriation and appreciation focusing on the case study of the Pendleton blanket.

Jamai-Bou Achaar: A Quarantine Kitchen’s Success Story Wrapped In Love & Nostalgia

From International Examiner – Palbasha Siddique is bringing the childhood comfort of homemade achaar (Indian pickle) to homes around the country during quarantine.

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