Voices

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

Community Voices

Tag: Race

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When an icon turns 90: Celebrating Auntie Dorothy

From International Examiner (by Maria Batayola) – As Dorothy Cordova celebrates her 90th birthday, take a moment to look back on her legacy in the Filipino American community. A happy birthday to Auntie Dorothy!

MasterClass Launches Free Offering in Honor of Black History Month

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.”
Martin Luther King Jr. gives a civil rights speech surrounded by Black and White supporters.

Wishing You a Reflective and Action Inspired MLK Day!

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.

EchoX’s Best of 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!
Promotional photo of two women speaking to each other that says "Change doesn't come from complacency; let's get uncomfortable together."

“Dear White Women” podcast, book and website embrace discomfort and promote conversation around issues of race and ethnicity

Decolonizing Thanksgiving: A Q&A

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

Decolonizing Thanksgiving: Healing, Truthmaking, & Revitalizing

This Thanksgiving, EchoX staff, Board members, & DIGITIZE youth members have curated media, music, and resources discussing both contemporary and historical issues Indigenous Americans have faced in the past and continue to face today.
A man carrying a guitar over his shoulder in front of a tube decorated in remembrance of a World War II internment camp reunion.

Seattle welcomes musician Julian Saporiti of No-No Boy at Town Hall on November 12

From International Examiner (By Ben Henry) – Singer-songwriter Julian Saporiti explores the stories of Asian Americans – and the oppression they’ve faced – through folk Americana music.

Decolonizing Thanksgiving: Land Acknowledgment

Resources to help you draft a Land Acknowledgment that works toward racial equality and goes beyond words!

Opinion: What We Can No Longer Accept

From South Seattle Emerald – Community activist Norma Timbang reflects on how Asian American women are uniquely impacted by the intertwining legacies of race and gender.