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BIPOC Source, BIPOC Source BIPOC Author, Ebony, Tanya Christian

Source: Ebony

MasterClass Launches Free Offering in Honor of Black History Month

February 7, 2022

From Ebony (by Tanya Christian) – “The three-part, 54-lesson class entitled ‘Black History, Black Freedom, and Black Love’ is an uncensored and unfiltered version of Black history that is not typically taught in school.”

BIPOC Source, BIPOC Source BIPOC Author, Kathryn Lam, Voices by EchoX

Source: Voices by EchoX

Lunar New Year 2022: Year of the Tiger!

February 1, 2022

Lunar New Year is celebrated a little differently in every culture with varying traditions that signify good fortune and togetherness. Learn more about the Year of the Tiger and discover fun, local activities to join in on the fun.

BIPOC Source, BIPOC Source BIPOC Author, Kathryn Lam, Voices by EchoX

Source: Voices by EchoX

Wishing You a Reflective and Action Inspired MLK Day!

January 16, 2022

As we remind ourselves of the many achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we recognize the relevance of his work today. We’ve compiled some resources for contemplation, reflection, and to inspire action.

BIPOC Source, BIPOC Source BIPOC Author, News

Source: Voices by EchoX

Happy Birthday, Zora Neale Hurston!

January 7, 2022

“Myths ferried Zora Neale Hurston through life. And long after her death in 1960, they coursed through her work like a stream. But at times, it seemed those very myths hung over her like a constellation made up of stars she’d arranged herself.” —Michael Ando, The Bitter Southerner

BIPOC Source, BIPOC Source BIPOC Author, Patheresa Wells, South Seattle Emerald

Source: South Seattle Emerald

Kwanzaa – A Holiday of Purpose and Principles

December 23, 2021

From South Seattle Emerald (by Patheresa Wells) – Learn more about the origin, principles, resources, and events surrounding this year’s celebration of Kwanzaa!

BIPOC Source, BIPOC Source BIPOC Author, Kathryn Lam, Voices by EchoX

Source: Voices by EchoX

EchoX’s Best of 2021

December 20, 2021

As 2021 comes to a close, here’s a look back at a few of our proudest accomplishments. For such a small team, we were able to do so much!

Amanda Ong, BIPOC Source, BIPOC Source BIPOC Author, South Seattle Emerald

Source: South Seattle Emerald

Estelita’s Library Turns the Page on a New Chapter in the Central District

December 2, 2021

From South Seattle Emerald (by Amanda Ong) – The opening of a justice-focused library creates a new community space fighting to maintain the identity of the Central District.

BIPOC Source, BIPOC Source BIPOC Author, Kathryn Lam, Voices by EchoX

Source: Voices by EchoX

Native American Heritage Day

November 26, 2021

This November, EchoX expanded on our story map, “400 Years After the Mayflower”.

BIPOC Source, BIPOC Source BIPOC Author, Voices

Indigenous Walking Tour

November 25, 2021

From student Owen Oliver, a walking tour of the University of Washington, “written, created, and curated within multiple Indigenous lands and waters. Not limited to but including the Musqueam, Duwamish, Suquamish, Tulalip, Muckleshoot, Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian territories”.

BIPOC Source, BIPOC Source BIPOC Author, Kathryn Lam, Voices by EchoX

Source: Voices by EchoX

Decolonizing Thanksgiving: A Q&A

November 23, 2021

For our third installment, we’ve asked EchoX staff, board members, friends, and community members to take part in a short Thanksgiving Q&A.

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