PROTEC17 is committed to being an anti-racist organization

PROTEC17 unequivocally supports fairness, equity, and opportunity for all working people, therefore we cannot be complicit in perpetuating systemic racism. We stand alongside members and community leaders who identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) as we support demands for racial and economic justice, and a world in which we can all be safe and healthy. We commit to action and sustainable change through the work we do and the power we have as an organization.

PROTEC17 Affinity Groups

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PROTEC17 White-Bodied Affinity Group

Dismantling racism is the work of everyone – but especially of white people. Join your fellow white-bodied PROTEC17 leaders in this group to actively work towards dismantling white supremacy, understanding our roots, patterns of dominance, situations of conflict, accountability, and much more. No matter where you are on your racial equity journey, you will be strengthened and challenged to take another step forward. Help make our union stronger by engaging in this crucial work with us. For more information, please contact Executive Director Karen Estevenin ()

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PROTEC17 BIPOC Affinity Group

This affinity group is for PROTEC17 members who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to connect, learn, share, provide a support network, and increase solidarity. The needs and priorities of this group will evolve as needed. If you identify as BIPOC and would like to join, please contact PROTEC17 Union Representative Youssef El Hamawi ().

Get Involved/Upcoming Events

Toolkits for Member-Leaders

Community Resources & Articles

The People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond

Black Lives Matter

King County Equity Now

Movement for Black Lives

A. Phillip Randolph Institute – Seattle

Oregon Labor Education Resource Center – Racial Justice Series (YouTube)

King County Equity and Social Justice Strategic Plan

Hollaback! Bystander Intervention to stop anti-Asian harassment

Stop AAPI Hate

Documenting Anti-AAPI Hate

Asian American Foundation – Rapid Response Toolkit

Northwest African American Museum – Juneteenth Events

PBS ‘What is Juneteenth?

United Way of King County – Anti-Racist Resources

Washington State Labor Council – Race and Labor Resources

Coalition for Black Trade Unionists

Labor Council for Latin American Advancement

Remember the Public Sector in the Fight for Black Lives from Labor Notes, Aug. 2020

A Racial Equity Reckoning | Seattle Univ. Black History Month Keynote w/ Dr. Benjamin Danielson (VIDEO)

Racism, Austerity and the Public Good: The Anti-Racist Imperative for Public Sector Unions | OR LERC (VIDEO)

Seattle Works White Caucus for white people to take part in anti-oppression work in a way that’s useful rather than harmful or distracting

Cross Cultural Solidarity

Anti-Racism Daily

Intentionalist is a platform to search for local, small and Black, indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC)-owned businesses

Race and Labor Workshops offered by Labor Notes (hyperlink leads to general event page as the organization offers this series at different times of the year)

Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network

How to Protest Safely