Rainier Beach Action Coalition

an alliance of residents, organizations, institutions generating and sharing knowledge about the neighborhood.

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 07/30/2024

We are less than a month away from the B2SB and we wanted to shout out some of the people who have made it possible!

We are still looking for donations, sponsors, and vendors for the B2SB if you want to be a part of this historic event, hit the link in our bio! DEADLINE IS TODAY TO DONATE, VENDOR, OR SPONSOR

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ID 1: Promotional flyer for the 21st Annual RB Back to School Bash on August 24th from 12:00 to 4:00 PM at Be’er Sheva Park, 8650 55th Ave S.

ID 2: Promotional graphic for the 21st Annual RB Back 2 School Bash featuring the Seattle Fire Department logo and event information.

ID 3: Flyer with logos and details about the Southeast Seattle Education Coalition and their participation in the 21st Annual RB Back 2 School Bash.

ID 4: Promotional poster for the 21st Annual RB Back 2 School Bash on August 24th from 12:00-4:00 PM at Be'er Sheva Park, 8650 55th Ave S. Features an image of a smiling young man in a grey hoodie giving a thumbs-up, with yellow balloons in the background.

ID 5: Promotional poster for Port Jobs at the 21st Annual Back 2 School Bash.

07/27/2024

Dancing at the Beach is happening now at the Rainier Beach community center! We have hot food provided by Umami Kushi! And they make their own potato chips!

07/27/2024

Dancing at the Beach! Happening now until 10pm at the Rainier Beach Community Center

07/26/2024

Come dance and be in community with us! Enjoy pop up vendors, a live DJ, old-school music, and family fun. Come through today at the Rainier Beach Community Center..7pm- 10-pm!

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 07/18/2024

DON'T WAIT! APPLY NOW TO BE A VENDOR, DONATE, &/or SPONSOR. DEADLINE IS TOMORROW! The Back 2 School Bash is getting closer and closer! Help make a difference to our youth and our neighborhood and prepare for the best school year yet! Help support giving out backpacks, registration, entertainment, and more!

The deadline to be a vendor, donate, and sponsor is tomorrow! Register at the link in our bio!
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ID 1: Event flyer for the 21st Annual Back To School Bash with the deadline to get involved by July 19th. Includes an event photo and contact information/widgets like a backpack and cup with stationery items.

ID 2: Flyer for the 21st Annual "Back to School Bash" by Rainier Beach Action Coalition, promoting volunteer sign-up. A photograph shows people at a booth, with children receiving school supplies.

ID 3: Save the Date - 21st Annual Back to School Bash, Aug 24th, 12:00-4:00 PM, Be'er Sheva Park, 8650 55th Ave S.

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 07/11/2024

A huge thank you to the folks at Costco Issaquah for their support with the this year! We just put together the first 100 backpacks with them, and we can't wait to hand them out on Aug 24th!

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 07/09/2024

The Back2School Bash has been around for 21 years and is a staple event in the neighborhood, here are just some of the things people have said in previous years!

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 07/05/2024

Join us for the 21st Back 2 School Bash! Check out these photos from 2010, 2016, and 2019 for a glimpse of our past events. Are you interested in sponsoring, donating, or being a vendor? The deadline is JULY 19TH! Link in bio for more info.
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ID 1: People at a park event, interact at a table with colorful backpacks. Blue canopy tents are set up. A girl holds a turquoise tote bag.

ID 2: Five people stand in a row holding plaques, with tents and an orange flag in the background.

ID 3: Two people smiling, one in a white shirt with a bicyclist design, the other in a hat, both holding an award plaque. Trees and banners are visible.

ID 4: A community event with a woman in a headwrap swinging a jump rope, spectators, stalls, and a modern building in the background.

ID 5: Inside a gym, a woman assists a boy with glasses at a table of orange backpacks. Another woman in a blue shirt and hijab interacts with the boy.

06/27/2024

We are happy for Gregory Davis our managing strategist who one June 22, 2024 was recognized by Atlantic Street Center (ASC), a 114 year old not for profit organization whose mission is to support families and communities with raising healthy, successful children and youth through direct services and advocacy for social justice and equity. ASC's annual Juneteenth Celebration is used to acknowledge individuals whose service to community can be considered legendary. Other honorees was Denise Building (Detective Cookie), Dr. Ben Danielson, Tony Benton and Isaiah Anderson. Great company to be in

A. Man standing with blue long sleeve t-shirt and black vest with a logo of brown hands holding fruits and vegetables on its right front side. He has blue pants and is smiling with a white orchard in his right hand and an acrylic award plaque on top of a box in his left hand.

B.Background has a blue canopy, in front of a light brown brick and glazed window building at the Rainier Beach Community Center. Canopy has a phone number of the hosting organization on it. The phone number is 206.329.2050..Two people are standing behind a table under the canopy, one has a computer in front of him the other is looking into the audience.

06/25/2024

Nominate an Unsung Hero for the 21st Annual RB Back to School Bash! Celebrate those making a positive impact in Southeast Seattle.

Deadline: July 19, 2024. Link in bio to nominate.

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ID: The "21st Annual Back to School Bash" announcement features a bold, colorful design with a blue background and school-related illustrations. At the top left, the large orange and white text reads, "NOMINATE NOW FOR THE UNSUNG HERO AWARD." The event logo is in the top-right corner.

An orange-framed photo below shows four individuals, three of whom hold plaques. To the right, white text on the blue background details the Unsung Hero Award nomination process. Event details—"AUG 24TH, 12:00-4:00 PM," "BE'ER SHEVA PARK," and "8650 55TH AVE S"—are at the bottom center with icons. The Rainier Beach Action Coalition logo is at the bottom right.

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 06/20/2024

Big thank you to everyone for coming through to the first farm stand of the year! It was amazing to get to see some familiar faces and some new ones as well. We are excited and ready to see you this Saturday, June 22nd from 10-12. We will be at 9059 MLK Way JR S and ready with smiling faces and the freshest produce from our Black and Brown farmers!

This farm stand we also introduced our strawberry fundraiser in collaboration with Friendly Hmong Farms! Keep supporting the strawberry fundraiser, link in bio for more info!
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ID 1: Two people behind a table of fresh produce at an outdoor market, smiling and making peace signs. They wear "Rainier Beach Action Coalition" logos. The background is a blue mesh fence with greenery.

ID 2: Bulletin board with community flyers, including the Rainier Beach Farm Stand and Food Hub information. Notable items: free produce, 2024 season start, and community-supported agriculture.

ID 3: Market stall with leafy greens, onions, and rhubarb. A partial person and blue fabric backdrop are visible.

ID 4: Outdoor market scene with colorful canopies. A person in a wheelchair looks at stalls. Vendors interact with customers. The background is a blue mesh fence.

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 06/17/2024

🌟 Save the Date! 🌟 Join us for the 21st Annual Back 2 School Bash on August 24th from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the newly renovated Be'er Sheva Park! 🎒📚

We're gearing up to support our youth with backpacks, school supplies, entertainment, food, and essential resources for the neighborhood. Plus, we need your help! We're looking for sponsors, donations, and volunteers to make this event a success.

Interested in volunteering or sponsoring? Scan the QR code in the post or click this link for more info: https://linktr.ee/rainierbeachac

Let's come together to ensure every child starts the school year strong. See you there!

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ID 1: The image is a vibrant, event announcement poster with a blue background, filled with line drawings of school-related items like books, pencils, scissors, and backpacks. The text on the image is prominently displayed in white and orange with an orange border at the top reading "SAVE THE DATE". Below that, in orange, it says "21ST ANNUAL", and the event name "Back to School bash" is creatively depicted with a logo showing two silhouettes of children, one with a backpack and another on a bicycle, both in orange. An inset photo on the right side of the poster shows people at an event, standing at tables laid with colorful items. At the bottom of the image, in large, bold orange and white text, are the date, time, and location of the event.

ID 2: The image is a vibrant poster for the "21st Annual RB Back to School Bash." The background is predominantly blue with various school-themed line drawings, including backpacks, musical notes, and pencils scattered across. At the top, brightly colored orange text announces the event, stating "21st Annual RB Back to School Bash" alongside white silhouettes of children, one walking, one on a bicycle, and one using a scooter.

The event details are on the right in white and orange text: "AUG 24TH 12:00-4:00 PM at BE'ER SHEVA PARK, 8650 55TH AVE S," indicated by a red location pin icon. Below this, there is a white illustration of a backpack and a container with school supplies.

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 06/14/2024

T-minus ONE DAY until Rainier Beach's Food Hub, FARM STAND! Who's getting excited?!?! Come through tomorrow at 9059 MLK Jr Way S from 10-12 to get fresh and FREE produce from local South King County Black and Brown farmers! This is the RBAC way to achieve food sovereignty together.

We are excited to laugh, dance, love, and learn with each other all farm stand season!

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ID 1: Two people embrace warmly, smiling at the camera. The one on the left wears a purple-patterned hijab and a colorful skirt, with keys on a lanyard. The person on the right is in a white shirt and dark apron. Behind them is a metal door with QR codes and papers, a broom, and a plastic bucket.

ID 2: Two people stand in front of an industrial fridge in a warehouse setting. One, in a colorful outfit with a purple headscarf and vibrant skirt, is closer to the fridge, while the other, in a white shirt and worn pants, reads a paper on the fridge door. The scene includes wooden beams, overhead lighting, shelves with bottles, shopping bags, and a Home Depot box on the concrete floor.

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 06/08/2024

Here is another outstanding ROPEster Rajnii Alexander Gibson Eddins We connected at The Genius Conference at Langston until 6 pm tonight. Do I hear reunion?

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 06/08/2024

Yonas Seifu and Mara Palmer were in the Rites of Passage Experience (ROPE) program (CAMP then, Byrd Barr Place now) in their teens ('90-'99)..Who remembers ROPE? Now they are economic development strategists plying their trade in Seattle, WA. Yonas at City of Seattle's Office of Economic Development (OED) and Mara at Urban Impact. The other, Makayla Miles is a YATTA (young adult transitioning to adulthood) working at Rainier Beach Action Coalition as a project specialist in our Economic Development unit. Thrilled to see them at OED's Cultivating Collective Care: Uplifting Our Cultural Knowledge Systems conference on June 7 at Northwest African American Museum. They done come up!

06/06/2024

We are excited to announce that the Rainier Beach Farm Stand for the 2024 season is starting this Saturday, June 15! The farm stand will be open every Saturday until October 12, from 10 am to 12 pm, at 9059 MLK Jr. Way S.

The Rainier Beach Farm Stand offers free, fresh, and culturally relevant produce weekly, supporting the Rainier Beach Food Hub's mission to ensure nutritious and accessible food for all in the neighborhood.
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ID: The promotional flyer for the Rainier Beach Farm Stand has a light blue background with various text boxes and graphics. At the top, it reads "RAINIER BEACH FARM STAND" in large white font, with event details below: "Every Saturday: June 15-Oct 12" and "10am - 12pm" in orange. The location "9059 MLK Jr. Way S" is marked with a red pin icon.

To the right is the Rainier Beach Food Hub logo, featuring colorful produce held by two hands, and the text "Rainier Beach Food Hub" and "Start Fresh."

Green text boxes announce "FREE, fresh, culturally relevant produce every week!" and "Sourced from local Black & Brown farmers like Beatrice!" A photo of three people is at the bottom right, with one wearing a colorful scarf and the others in blue shirts and black masks.

The bottom-left corner instructs, "Visit rbcoalition.org, scan the QR code or read the caption for more info!" with a QR code in the bottom-right corner.

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 06/04/2024

🎉 Our 2nd Annual Fundraising Event was a huge success! 🙌 Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating diversity and innovation in Rainier Beach. Special thanks to Rell Be Free and Northwest Tap Connection for their amazing performances, and to Nikkita Oliver for delivering a phenomenal keynote speech! Missed out? Don't worry, you can still be a part of our mission by donating! Click the link in our bio to make a difference today. Together, we can continue to create positive change in our community! 💫
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06/02/2024

RBAC's 2nd Annual Luncheon was an important event. We were able to introduce the work of our food justice movement - food sovereignty, food access above all. Thanks to Nikkita Oliver for gracing us with their presence. We appreciate all the attendees and donors
See you in the work! See you in the neighborhood! .

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 05/29/2024

Spring vibes with our unstoppable Youth and Neighborhood Engagement Team! From championing Food Justice initiatives to exploring the latest additions at our growth center, they're making waves this season!
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ID 1: The image portrays a group of seven people standing outdoors on a sunny day. The background showcases a lush, green grassy hill with some trees and a clear blue sky. The group consists of five people dressed in various casual clothing, with some wearing hoodies and jackets. One person on the far left wears a gray t-shirt and holds a backpack strap with an orange safety vest draped over their arm. Next to them, another person wears a black hoodie, white pants with colorful patterns, and a face mask, flashing the peace sign. The third person from the left wears a bright blue jacket and gray sweatpants, while the two individuals beside them also wear face masks. One of these individuals wears a brown jacket and brown pants, and the other, who is dressed in green, wears a hijab. The sixth individual is wearing a green hoodie, a dark hijab, and grey pants. The seventh person, standing on the far right, is dressed in a green hoodie, patterned pants, and a yellow headscarf. All members of the group appear to be facing the camera and smiling.

ID 2: The photograph shows a group of ten people standing side by side in front of a white building. The building has large windows and a black metal staircase on the left side leading to a door on the second floor. On the right side of the building, there is a sign that reads "Reimer's Reach FOOD HUB" with an illustration of a hand holding vegetables. The letters "A" and "C" are prominently displayed on the building, positioned vertically to the right of the stairs.

05/27/2024

Congratulations to Stew Bowerman, our April Employee of the Month! 🌟

Shoutout to Stew for his incredible initiative in paving new paths within the organization - it's not easy! Your drive, dedication, and willingness to share your knowledge inspire us all. Thank you for diving deep into the contract work and always working hard to advance our goals. Keep shining, Stew! 🌟👏
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ID: The image is a recognition announcement for April Employee of the Month. The layout is a split design with the left side showing a photo and the right side displaying text. The photo on the left features a man with short dark hair and a beard, smiling at the camera. He is wearing a plaid shirt and is outdoors, with a store window and trees visible in the background. The text on the right side is predominantly white against a blue background. At the top right corner, there is a colorful logo of the Rainier Beach Action Coalition with vertical and horizontal text around a multicolored square.

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 05/24/2024

🌟 Youth Food Justice Town Hall Report 🌟

On May 4th, 2024, we gathered at the Rainier Beach Urban Farms and Wetlands to celebrate and empower our youth in food justice work. 🌱✨ It was an inspiring day filled with visionary ideas for a future rooted in food sovereignty.

Swipe right 👉 to dive deeper into the highlights and insights from this incredible event. Hear more at our upcoming ANNUAL LUNCHEON FUNDRAISING
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05/22/2024

We are 10 days away from the Annual Luncheon! Who's getting hyped for the biggest fundraising event of the year? Registration for the event closes next Tuesday, May 28th. Get your tickets here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/4jNYDj0ibzxmkFWHIGtKEA
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ID: The image is a promotional graphic for the RBAC’s 2nd Annual Fundraising Luncheon. It has a blue background with various texts in white and orange. At the top, there is a logo in the top-right corner which includes the words "RAINIER BEACH ACTION COALITION" arranged in a square with different background colors for each word. Below the main headline text is an image of a table full of colorful dishes. The dishes contain vibrant, fresh-looking food including salads, stuffed vegetables, roasted vegetables, sliced bread, and more. Below the image, additional event details are provided in white and orange text.

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 05/21/2024

This past Saturday, May 18th, RBAC staff neighborhood friends got together to help heal our neighborhood through beautification. A Mayor's Day of Service for the books!
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ID 1: The image features a group of six people standing outdoors behind a table. The individuals are wearing various types of outerwear, including jackets and hoodies, some with bright colors like yellow and blue. The central figure holds a colorful poster with text and images, indicating some form of event or announcement. There are trees in the background, adding greenery to the scene. The table in front of them has a water bottle, a clipboard with papers, and a tablet. On the left side, beneath the table, there are some bags and a visible box of oranges.

ID 2: The image shows a group of people gathered in a parking lot for what appears to be a community event or volunteer gathering. The focus is on a man wearing a red and yellow safety vest over a blue hoodie standing near a table covered with an orange tablecloth. On the table are several large cardboard boxes, a tray of fruit, bottled water, and some snacks. Surrounding the table are various tools and supplies including buckets, cones, and other items on the ground. The participants are casually dressed, with several people wearing matching blue t-shirts. In the background, there is a tan commercial building with a red roof housing a shop, and several parked cars. The sky is overcast with grey clouds.

ID 3: The image shows three people actively engaging in trimming bushes along a sidewalk on a street corner. The foreground contains a large pile of fresh green clippings from the bushes. Two men and one woman are present, all wearing casual clothing and work gloves, and smiling for the camera. The person on the left is wearing a black hoodie and holding up a pair of pruning shears. The person in the middle is in a blue shirt and high-visibility orange vest, also holding pruning shears. The person on the right, dressed in a dark blue jacket, is actively trimming a bush. In the background, there are trees, a crosswalk, a STOP sign, and several moving and parked vehicles.

ID 4: The image shows a small urban area with a red-brown sculpture situated near the sidewalk, surrounded by greenery. In front of the sculpture, there are multiple bags full of cut branches and leaf debris. The bags are a mix of brown paper bags and bright yellow plastic bags. The brown bags have text and logos that suggest they are from Lowe's and Tough Guy, while the yellow bags bear the label "Seattle Cleanup." Behind and around the sculpture, lush green bushes and trees are visible. In the background, there are some people and parked cars.

ID 5: The image depicts a vertical blue sign and an orange tent canopy. The sign stands tall in the background with the words "RAINIER" and "BEACH" written vertically in white against a blue background. At the top of the sign, there is artwork outlining a white mountain peak, likely representing Mount Rainier. The orange tent canopy in the foreground has text and a logo. The text on the canopy reads "Follow us " in white letters. The logo in the center displays four quadrants in different colors (green, blue, and white), with the words "RAINIER BEACH ACTION COALITION" written around it.

05/19/2024
Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 05/19/2024

We were at Rainier and Seward Park Ave So, the Southeast gateway to Rainier Beach, during the Mayor's Day of Services. Thanks to Seattle University Crime and Justice Research Center, the Scholarship Fund and City of Seattle Human Services Department

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 05/19/2024

Exercising our knowledge of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) at Seward Ave South and Rainier Ave, near the Rainier Beach Historical District. We were doing Level 3 at the Mayor's Day of Services today. Thanks to Coach Vic, the Kabba crew and Issac Robersone for representing Rainier Beach Action Coalition.

05/16/2024

Hello neighbors and neighborhood friends! We have another group clean-up in collaboration with the Mayor's office! Join us on our Mayor's day of service. Help us heal the neighborhood through beautification. The event is on May 18, 2024, from 10 AM - 12 PM at Rainier Ave South & Seward Park Drive! Come through!
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ID: Promotional graphic for "Mayor’s Day of Service" showing volunteers working on neighborhood beautification through a scribble-shaped cut-out, with event details and organization logos. Text in the image: MAYOR’S DAY OF SERVICE Join us to heal our neighborhood through beautification
May 18, 2024 | 10 AM - 12 PM Rainier Ave South & Seward Park Drive

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 05/15/2024

We are excited to announce the amazing Rell Be Free and Northwest Tap Connections as our performers for the Annual Luncheon! So excited to see them rock the stages. Get tickets now to see amazing Rainier Beach talent. Link in bio!
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ID 1: The image is a promotional graphic featuring a musician. At the top of the image, against a vibrant blue background, white text introduces "RBAC's 2ND ANNUAL FUNDRAISING LUNCHEON PERFORMERS." Below the text is the organization's logo, comprised of script-like lettering saying "Rainier Beach Coalition" and a simple graphic of a house and waves. The main visual focus is a photograph of an individual performing, centered at the bottom half of the design. The person, presumed to be Rell Be Free, is holding headphones to their ears and passionately singing or rapping into a microphone. They wear a bucket hat, dreadlocks, a plaid shirt over a t-shirt, and bracelets. The backdrop to the performer appears to be a stage with bokeh light effects. Across the bottom in bold, capitalized letters is the name "RELL BE FREE," contrasting starkly with the blue background.

ID 2: The image is a digital graphic with a significant portion of text on a solid blue background. At the top, there is a header in large, bold, orange letters that reads "RELL BE FREE BIO." This is followed by three logos aligned on the right, which are partially obscured; one has an outline of a wave, another is circular and contains the letter "R," and the third logo has the text "COALITION." Below the header, there are two paragraphs of white text providing information about Jerrell "Rell Be Free" Davis, described as a multifaceted creative and community organizer from the South End of Seattle. The text mentions terms such as "Circle Keeping," "Education," "the Arts," and refers to him as an "Underground Educator." Further, it details his accomplishments as a musician, stating he has released 11 projects/albums, and is a high energy and versatile performer. The lower part of the image includes a URL: linktr.ee/rellbefree.

ID 3: The image features a promotional poster. At the top, there is a stylized rectangular banner with text introducing an event. Below the banner, a photo shows three young dancers in mid-performance wearing maroon T-shirts, jeans, and tap shoes. They are energetically tap dancing, with the central figure extending her left leg high and reaching upward with her left arm, creating a dynamic pose. The room appears to be a dance studio with wood paneling and mirrors, reflecting multiple images of the dancers. The dominant colors are blue and maroon with contrasting text in white and yellow. At the bottom of the poster, there is a block of solid blue color with white and yellow capitalized text announcing the name of the dance group. Adjacent to the block of text are two logos, one representing Rainier Beach, a place, and the other representing a coalition.

ID 4: The image presents a text-based advertisement or informational excerpt for "Northwest Tap Connection," set against a blue background with a slight gradient from dark to light as it descends. At the top right corner, there are three logos; the first one appears to be for Rainier Beach, the second is for a coalition, and the third logo seems to represent a group with multiple colorful people in a circle. The main body of text is divided into three paragraphs, each separated by a white space gap and offering different insights about Northwest Tap Connection, a dance institution dedicated to rhythm tap and other dance forms. The text is in a bold, sans-serif font, white for the heading, and shades of orange for the body copy, providing a sharp contrast to the blue background.

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 05/14/2024

May 4th was a day to remember for Rainier Beach! Our Youth Food Justice Town Hall was a rainy Saturday but that didn't stop folks from coming through! It affirmed for us as RBAC and our beautiful partners of this event that a space for youth to talk about food sovereignty is needed. We are excited to keep the dialogue going with our neighbors and youth about food justice and sovereignty.
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ID 1: Our farmer supports giving out flowers from Friendly Hmong Farms. Our farmer support is in a green jacket with a welcoming smile and some of the youth get to make bouquets.

ID 2: Our youth getting to lead in our envisioning of food sovereignty. They are around a circle. This is taking place at Rainier Beach Urban Farms and Wetlands.

ID 3: One of our tables for the town hall where we asked folks some questions to inspire dialogue about food sovereignty.

ID 4: Folks sharing out their thoughts during our envision session. Covered up from the rain and sharing our truths.

ID 5: The amazing folks at YWE tabling the Youth Food Justice Town Hall and having some amazing smiles, excited to do the work!

Photos from Rainier Beach Action Coalition's post 05/10/2024

Nikkita is ready to light up the stage at RBAC’s 2nd Annual Fundraising Luncheon! 🌟 Join us on SATURDAY, June 1, 2024, at the Ethiopian Community Center from 3-6 P.M. Remember, Semi-Formal attire is the way to go. Let's make this event unforgettable! 💫

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/4jNYDj0ibzxmkFWHIGtKEA

Keynote Speaker BIO:
Nikkita Oliver (they/them) is a creative, community organizer, abolitionist, educator, and attorney. Working at the intersections of arts, law, education, and community organizing Nikkita strives to create experiences which draw us closer to our humanity and invites us to imagine what we hope to see in the future. (Nikkita identifies as Black, multi-racial, q***r, and non-binary.)

Nikkita is the executive director of Creative Justice, an arts-based healing engaged space for youth and young adults impacted by the school-to-prison pipeline and other harmful systems and institutions. They are also an adjunct professor in the Seattle University School of Law, a steering committee member with House Our Neighbors, and formerly a movement lawyer with the Lavender Rights Project, writer/educator with Hugo House, and Lawyer-in-Residence with the Movement Law Lab.

Nikkita has opened for Cornel West and Chuck D of Public Enemy, featured on the Breakfast Club, KUOW's The Week in Review, Cut Stories, and performed on The Late Night Show with Stephen Colbert. Nikkita's writing has been published in the South Seattle Emerald, Yes! Magazine, Crosscut, the Establishment, Last Real Indians, The Seattle Weekly, and The Stranger. Nikkita organizes with No New Youth Jail, Decriminalize Seattle, Covid-19 Mutual Aid - Seattle, and the Seattle Peoples Party.
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ID 1: Blue background, RBAC logo on the top right corner. White text states: Now announcing, RBAC’s 2nd Annual Fundraiser Luncheon. In orange text: Keynote Speaker. In white text: Nikkita Oliver. Orange text: artist, organizer, attorney, educator, writer. White text: they/them

ID 2: Blue background. RBAC logo in the top right corner. Orange text states: Dress code: Semi-formal. White text states: save the date! RBAC’s 2nd Annual Fundraising Luncheon, Join us for a Day of Food and Culture, SATURDAY, June 1, 2024, at the Ethiopian Community Center from 3-6 P.M

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