WA: Human Rights/Racial Justice
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Report: Immigration enforcement changing, NW detention still high
A new report looked into the recent shift in immigration enforcement, especially at the immigrant detention center in Tacoma. The University of …
Report finds barriers for NW coastal tribes responding to climate change
Coastal tribes in the Northwest are on the front lines of the changing climate but face barriers to responding to its effects. A new report …
WA provides model for distributing funds to climate-impacted communities
The Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law two years ago this week and one expert said states should ensure funds from it are going to communitie…
As Black Maternal Health Week ends, health disparities persist
While Black Maternal Health Week is wrapping up, health disparities for pregnant Black women continues to be an issue. From April 11-17 this year…
Tree coverage in cities crucial as planet warms, WA research shows
Trees in urban areas provide benefits for people, including decreased temperatures and improved air quality, according to new research from …
WA voting rights bill for people in prison would ‘restore humanity'
Legislation in Olympia could give people in Washington prisons their voting rights. House Bill 2030, known as the Free the Vote Act, would allow …
Report: WA children of color continue to experience inequities
Washington state's kids see disparities in well-being across racial groups. That's according to the Race for Results report from the Annie E…
AFT grants to WA help communities find local education solutions
The American Federation of Teachers is partnering with organizations around the country to promote community solutions to the issues education is faci…
WA cap-and-trade spending falls short for frontline communities
Washington state's Climate Commitment Act promised funds for communities on the front lines of climate change. One group is tracking those dollars to …
Far-right candidates running in WA school board races
Extreme candidates are running for school boards across Washington state, and if they win, opponents warned they could threaten the safety of some …
Financial Institutions Could Play Role in Shrinking Wealth Gap
The United States' wealth gap is a persistent and complex issue. Financial institutions could help chip away at it. The top 10% of income earners …
Community BBQ Supports WA Youth of Color Programming
A barbecue in Seattle is bringing the community together and will support events for youth of color in the region. United Way of King County's …