April 3, 2017
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The Commission serves as the official state representative of the African American community—advising the Governor, Legislature
and state agencies regarding policy development and implementation. The commission also works to establish relationships with local
governments and private sector organizations that promote equal opportunity for African-Americans.
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A. Phillip Randolph
Born on April 15, 1889, Asa Phillip Randolph is
considered a pioneer in the quest for modern day
civil rights and labor rights. After graduating from
Cookman Institute (now known as BethuneCookman University) in 1911, Randolph moved to
Harlem, New York where he held a series of jobs
while continuing his education at night. Randolph
and colleague Chandler Owen, proceeded to open
an employment agency named the Brotherhood of
Labor as a means of organizing African American
workers. Their newsletter entitled The Messenger,
advocated for inclusion of more Blacks in the
armed forces, the entire the war industry and higher wages. Although jobs were plentiful during the
war, Black workers continued to encounter discrimination and found few opportunities for training, education and employment. Randolph’s first attempt in
unionizing Black workers took place during this
time.
As World War I ended, Randolph was asked by a
group of porters working for the Pullman Company
to help them establish a union. In 1925, the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP) was founded, but would face serious opposition from the Pullman Company and middle-class Blacks who did
not want to antagonize the business. Under Randolph’s leadership, BSCP would struggle with the
Pullman Company and the community for twelve
years before winning its first labor contract, nearly
two million dollars in increased wages, a shorter
work week and overtime pay. They also gained
recognition from the American Federation of Labor
which had previously been hostile to Black workers
in the trade union movement.
Randolph left BSCP in 1939, but continued to work
for economic equality for Blacks. As World War II
began, Randolph began to question employment
practices of the federal government and industries
that held federal contracts. When lobbying efforts
by Randolph, the NAACP and the Urban League
failed to convince President Franklin D. Roosevelt
to end segregation in the military, Randolph initiated the March on Washington Movement and argued that “there must be no dual standards of justice, no dual rights, privileges, duties or responsibilities of citizenship. No dual forms of freedom.”
Randolph called for thousands of Blacks to assemble at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C on
July 1, 1941 to demand action. However, the march
was called off when FDR issued Executive Order
8802, banning discrimination in defense industries
and created the Fair Employment Practice Committee (FEPC). When labor shortages hit in 1943,
Roosevelt's FEPC led to dramatic increases in the
employment of Blacks. As a result, more African
Americans migrated to cities in the north and western parts of the U.S. to work, but the U.S. military
would not be integrated until 1948 by President
Harry S. Truman.
Sources: APRI.com; Biography.com; Blackpast.org;
NPR.com; History.com; Kingencyclopedia.stanford.edu; Nytimes.com; PBS.org
In My Backyard Outreach Internship
Background: The In My Backyard internship program strives to
introduce Seattle youth to the opportunities available through
the National Park Service (NPS). The program is dedicated to
environmental leadership development and youth outreach.
Based out of Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
(KLSE), the park is situated in the heart of downtown Seattle,
just north of the International District and within minutes of the
most diverse zip code in the US. This provides our park with
The Washington State Attorney General’s Office is pleased to
invite qualified second-year law students to apply for summer
2018 volunteer or externship positions. Volunteer law clerks
and externs glean worthwhile, enriching and educational experiences working for what we believe to be the best public law
firm in the country.
Although each law clerk's experience is unique, the following
duties are typical of an AGO law clerk:
Researching and writing memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence;
Assistant in preparation for litigation, i.e., depositions, witness
interviews, and discovery;
Drafting client advice memos and attending meetings where
that advice is then presented to the client; and
Opportunity to observe attorneys in court, particularly for those
cases for which the law clerk provided assistance. Rule 9 law
clerks may be allowed to present in court.
Qualifications
the unique opportunity to engage audiences that have historically been ignored by the NPS. IMBY aims to include the diverse perspectives of youth in Seattle, especially high school
students, within the NPS story. This goal leads us to learn
from and collaborate with community partners in order for the
park to best serve our neighborhood. By adopting this approach, IMBY hopes to grow NPS community presence with
respect and intentionality.
This internship is part of a long-term project initiated by Seattle
Area National Parks, in partnership with Discover Your Northwest (DYNW). As the NPS steps into its second century, the In
My Backyard team aims to increase youth engagement and
continue connecting urban populations to national parks.
This internship is unpaid and is applicable for credit. Hours
can be arranged around interns’ schedules. Expected work
Qualified applicants are individuals who excel academically as
demonstrated by law school grades and class standing, and who
demonstrate a high degree of competence based on prior experiences. Law students must be attending an ABA accredited law
school. The AGO seeks applicants who are committed to public
service as demonstrated by an applicant's background, talents,
attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice. We also seek
applicants with a diverse background in education, previous
work experience, law school activities, extracurricular activities,
community service and areas of interest that enhance our
office.
Applicants who wish to be considered for an on-campus interview at Seattle University School of Law, the University of Washington School of Law or Gonzaga University School of Law must
submit their application material by the deadline date set by
the school. Applicants who attend other law schools must apply by August 20, 2017.
hours are an average of 16 hours per week. The length of the
internship is flexible, but is tentatively scheduled for 12 weeks
from June through September 2017. Anticipated start date is
June 12th, 2017.
Contact information: If you’re interested in pursuing this
opportunity, email your resume and cover letter to Jimi Hightower at [email protected] by Monday, April
10th, 2017. The interviewing process will begin April 13th,
2017; all interviews are conducted over the phone. Applicants
are encouraged to include any pertinent professional and/or
personal experience that is relevant to the position.
Join FirstThursday Seattle and the community as we Welcome King County Sheriff John Urquhart to
FirstThursday Seattle at the RENTON LIBRARY for its April 6, 2017 monthly advocacy and networking Meeting.
Mark your calendar for FirstThursday, April 6th, 4:30pm and plan to attend. Please feel FREE to share with
your constituents and groups.
to share about immigration (ICE), Body Cameras, and many other policing issues affecting people of color in
King CountyIt promises to be a lively discussion with all that is going on in our community with law enforcement and politics. Sheriff Urquhart will be available to answer questions following the discussion.
RSVP here or [email protected].
Community Members, Educators—OSPI invites you to attend a Healthy Youth Survey Workshop
Learn what students said about themselves, their school, family and community
Be able to interpret and communicate the HYS results
Learn how to use the HYS website and access your HYS data
The training will include small group activities, to make these activities worth your while, please bring your laptop in order to access
your HYS data. Consider bringing a colleague to enhance your learning and action planning. Unable to attend one of our in person
trainings? A webinar twill be recorded for later viewing. Healthy Youth Survey Workshop webinar April 14th 9:00am-11:00am
Register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6297525797394648578
ATTEND ONE OF THESE REGIONAL WORKSHOPS
PSESD Renton
April 4 2017 8:30am – 12pm
Register at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/M5GC8YL
Contact: Kim Beeson
[email protected] – 425-917-7821
ESD 113 Olympia
April 7, 2017 8:30am – 12pm
Register at: https://www.escweb.net/wa_esd113/catalog/session.aspx?&session_id=60792
ESD 112 Vancouver
April 10, 2017 1pm – 4:30pm
Register at: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/Catalog/Event/24536
Contact: Joy Lyons
360-952-3397 [email protected]
ESD 101 Spokane
April 17, 2017 1pm – 4:30pm
Register at: https://esd101.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/browse?courseid=5770
ESD 171 Wenatchee
April 21, 2017 8:30am – 12pm
Register at: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd171/Catalog/Event/24580
ESD 114 Bremerton
April 24 2017 9:00am-12:30pm
Register at: http://www.oesd.wednet.edu/Page/876
ESD 189 Anacortes
April 27, 2017 9am – 12:30pm
Register here
ESD 123 Pasco
May 3, 2017 1pm-4:30pm
Register at: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd123/Catalog
ESD 105 Yakima
May 4, 2017 9am-12:30pm
Register at: https://www.escweb.net/wa_esd105/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=115400
Contact: 509-575-2885
Contact Krissy Johnson [email protected] to access your data
Listed are a few of the newest employment announcements. A more comprehensive list of jobs is available for download
by navigating to our webpage—www.caa.wa.gov. Resources and job fair information for job seekers available at worksourcewa.com. Click on ‘career tools’ and ‘workshops and hiring events’ for timely information state-wide.
Washington State Department of Corrections is well-renown and globally recognized for its evidenced-based programs
and innovative approach to the field of corrections. DOC is currently accepting applications for MULTIPLE Correctional
Officer positions at Monroe Correctional Complex. In addition to maintaining safety and security for the institution,
motivated and talented leaders will serve as pro-social role models to the incarcerated individuals and demonstrate upstanding behavior that will prepare them for successful reentry into the community. For more information or to APPLY,
visit jobs.doc.wa.gov | location: Snohomish County | keyword: CO1
IT SPECIALIST 5 – As a member of the Enterprise Database Services Unit, you will support the DOC’s mission by providing professional level consultative services to IT personnel in database management and utilization. Responsibilities include major applications and/or database projects that impact agency mission critical applications as Offender Management Network Information (OMNI), Offender Base Tracking System (OBTS) and Trust Accounting System (TAS). Serve as
a senior expert in enterprise databases and perform administration for enterprise level databases for DOC. Apply today,
position open until filled.
Washington state Attorney General Legal Office Assistant – Regional Services Division, Everett open continuous;
Special Research Assistant for the Administration Division closing 4/20/2017
Washington state Office of Financial Management Labor Relations Negotiator open until filled
Washington state Office of the Insurance Commissioner Cost Reimbursement Analyst 3 open continuous
Washington state Department of Transportation Transportation Planning Technician 3 In-Training Option closing
4/21/2017; Transportation Planning Specialist 5 Integration Planner closing 4/10/2017
Washington state Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction Human Resource Consultant 1 Tech Support Part
-time
South Puget Sound Community College multiple openings