Social Justice
August 2, 2024
Check out the wonders of modern libraries
You might think of your local library as a place to check out a new book, use a computer or print out a document. But modern libraries offer so much more — a wide expanse of services and programs beyond loaning books. With National Book Lovers Day coming up on August 9, we celebrate the…
November 1, 2024
Celebrate our nation’s Indigenous cultures this Native American Heritage Month
Each November, we recognize National Native American Heritage Month. It is a time dedicated to celebrating the traditions, cultures, languages and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities and ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each passing generation. In 1990, President George H. W. Bush approved…
November 18, 2024
Northwest Education Access student story: Making it
“I actually made it! I’m doing hair at a fast-paced salon and I am able to interact with the community in a positive way. I’m somebody and I’m great.” – Janet, a recent Northwest Education Access student Janet did not have the easiest upbringing. “It all started back in elementary school,” she explained. “From second…
October 28, 2024
Northwest Education Access student story: Meet Mahder
Mahder immigrated from Ethiopia to the United States in 2020. She wanted to start college but needed her green card before enrolling. At that time, immigration offices were closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the green card process was taking longer than anticipated. Additionally, Mahder found it hard to navigate the U.S. education system,…
October 1, 2024
Northwest Education Access student story: Carlos Dreams Big
“I never give up. There were times I didn’t want to continue. I wanted to drop the towel, you know. But I kept going forward and forward.” – Carlos, a Northwest Education Access student Carlos didn’t have the easiest — or the most stable — educational journey. Born in Mexico, he moved often between schools…
UWCFD Campaign 2024 – Celebrating 40 years of making a difference
Lots of great things happened in 1984. You could go to the theater and watch the original Ghostbusters or Beverly Hills Cop. Madonna was making her way into the living rooms across America thanks to MTV. Bruce Springsteen released Born in the USA and the original Apple Macintosh went on sale. In Washington state, then…
September 30, 2024
Take action this Breast Cancer Awareness Month
For the past four decades, the United States has recognized October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is a time annually devoted to educating everyone about breast cancer — including metastatic breast cancer (MBC) — and the importance of early detection and access to timely, high-quality care. No matter who you are or where…
How to raise informed, engaged and active young people
With a big election coming soon, you may be having conversations with your children to encourage civic engagement and action. As a member of the UW community, you may interact regularly with young people and want to champion their civic engagement efforts. It’s an important issue. In fact, it’s essential. After all, many of the…
September 5, 2024
Meet the 2024 UWCFD featured nonprofit: Northwest Education Access
Every year, the UW Combined Fund Drive spotlights a nonprofit organization doing amazing work to make our communities — locally, nationally and globally — healthier and more resilient. We are excited to announce that the featured nonprofit for the 2024 UWCFD workplace giving campaign is Northwest Education Access. Founded in 2002, Northwest Education Access (NWEdA)…
September 16, 2024
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 to October 15, celebrates the history, diverse cultures, achievements, and contributions of Latinos whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The 2024 recognition theme, Celebrating Hispanics: Values, Economic Impact, & Population Growth, celebrates the vibrant, rich heritage of Hispanic and Latin American people who…
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