The Mission of the African American Domestic Peace Project (AADPP) is to share ways to reduce violence and increase peace with in the African American Community. AADPP was created from a project of the Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community (IDVAAC). This project gathered members in different cities, in African American communities across the United States that worked to reduce violence and increase peace with in their community. These individuals and many of their programs learn from each other, they share their perspectives with others and encourage anyone inclined to address domestic violence.

Brothers United In Leadership Development (BUILD) is a grassroots organization with the vision that Black men are empowered leaders and mentors who make positive change in our community by instilling pride, hope, perseverance in Black men. We focus on civic engagement, leadership development, mentoring, and community partnerships throughout the greater Seattle area. Over the past seven years, BUILD has developed a strong core group of Black male leaders who are deeply connected to our community and focus on grassroots organizing. We came together to address concerns in the Black community including but not limited to the murders of Black men, limited number of Black role models/mentors for our young people, and the need to build our community (especially due to gentrification). Over this time, we have developed strong community partnerships, provided 70 youth development trainings, hosted 25 community events, engaged 100’s of volunteers, and have over 10,000 social media followers. While our target population is Black men and youth, we also engage the overall Black community and partner with other ethnic/racial/cultural community groups. We have consistently focus on grassroots community organizing by using fun and interactive events, workshops and activities that foster the development of life skills for students in elementary, middle and high school as well as adults of color in team building, leadership, goal setting, employment, navigation of systems etc. One of our focuses is developing current leadership while also cultivating the next generation of community leaders and organizers.

Multi-Cultural. It's not just an important concept. It is the very essence of who we are and what we do, we have worked in partnership with individuals, groups and organizations in the community to promote health and well-being in diverse communities. Our mission is to promote the health and well-being of diverse communities. Our approach is firmly grounded in the principle that effective responses to health issues must be generated in partnership with the community and meet evolving community needs. Therefore, we hire staff who reflect and understand the communities with which they work and who work through and within community networks to ensure support for our programs and services.

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.

Seattle native, David Elfalan has been involved with computer technology for over thirty years. After graduating from the Atlanta Art Institute where he received a degree in visual communications. Mr. Elfalan then worked for the Boeing Airplane Company landing a position as a production illustrator where he prepared 3D Isometric Illustrations from complex engineering drawings using the then very advanced IBM CATIA 5080 Computer System. He also assisted in improving and creating advanced record keeping systems for this division, using Excel spreadsheet and the Paradox database software. Mr Elfalan is a self taught computer programmer and has developed software applications for the Amiga Platform, most notably Page Monster which was the Amiga’s first commercial Web page creation tool in 1997. Mr Elfalan has also created applications in Windows Visual Basic, and server-side applications using PHP and Adobe Flash.

Seattle native, David Elfalan has been involved with computer technology for over thirty years. After graduating from the Atlanta Art Institute where he received a degree in visual communications. Mr. Elfalan then worked for the Boeing Airplane Company landing a position as a production illustrator where he prepared 3D Isometric Illustrations from complex engineering drawings using the then very advanced IBM CATIA 5080 Computer System. He also assisted in improving and creating advanced record keeping systems for this division, using Excel spreadsheet and the Paradox database software. Mr Elfalan is a self taught computer programmer and has developed software applications for the Amiga Platform, most notably Page Monster which was the Amiga’s first commercial Web page creation tool in 1997. Mr Elfalan has also created applications in Windows Visual Basic, and server-side applications using PHP and Adobe Flash.

To make the prevention of interpersonal violence a national priority and to encourage healthy relationships by linking science, practice, policy and advocacy.

Build, Grow, Connect

The Seattle Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI) is a citywide effort to end institutionalized racism and race-based disparities in the City government. RSJI builds on the work of the civil rights movement and the ongoing efforts of individuals and groups in Seattle to confront racism. The Initiative's long-term goal is to change the underlying system that creates race-based disparities in our community and to achieve racial equity.

Advocating for truth and true justice for BIPOC Communities. Addressing issues and challenges within the Carceral State. Washingtonians experience challenges and knowledge gaps when interfacing with the legal system. We provide education, advocacy, knowledge databases in addition to lifting the voices of hidden victims to speak truth to power.

identifying and addressing barriers for Black Washingtonians This summer Washington State Parks and the Commission on African American Affairs (CAAA) have partnered with Governor Inslee’s Office is forming a 12-member workgroup to identify barriers to inclusion that Black people experience at state parks, outdoor recreation spaces, and public parks. Their recommendations will inform State Parks and CAAA about strategies to create more welcoming spaces. Additional work includes: Reco Bembry and Mickey Fearn will be co-facilitating the workgroup this fall. George Griffin and staff at G3 Associates will help facilitate a statewide survey to support these important efforts. A report is due to the Legislature by January 1, 2022. Visitor Use Experience Assessments State Parks has partnered with the Washington State Parks Foundation to better understand how members of BIPOC communities experience Washington State Parks. Specific objectives include: Recruit 10-12 individuals to provide feedback about challenges and priorities for improving experiences at state parks. Identify challenges that prevent new BIPOC community from visiting State Parks. Understand what design elements to create a welcoming and inclusive space for BIPOC visitors at State Parks. Simplify design and communication to improve the user experience before, during, and after a visit to a state park.