Вызов расовой справедливости

A Catalyst for Racial and Social Justice Work

2025 Challenge

The Racial Justice Challenge helps raise awareness of systemic racism and teaches us how we can advance justice. The Challenge fosters personal reflection, encourages social responsibility, and motivates participants to identify and act on ways to dismantle racism and other forms of discrimination.

This year, we deepened into the following 4 main topics: Bodily Autonomy, Financial Empowerment, Gun Violence, and Transportation.

Make the most of this experience.

What to Expect

This series is designed to help community members, organizations, and businesses dedicate time and space to build more effective social justice habits, particularly around issues dealing with race, power, privilege, and leadership.

Each topic gives access to articles, videos, and podcasts that dive into each of our Challenge topics. 

Consider dedicating 15-60 minutes a day to digest the Challenge content. Afterward, we suggest you hold time to reflect and discuss these topics with friends, family, and colleagues. 

I've loved every one of the challenges and I've saved them all for future viewing. I care deeply about making real change; there is so much to be done!

- Shannon, Challenge Participant

I realized that no matter how involved I am and how much I think I know there is always more to learn.

- Taryn, Challenge Participant

This challenge gave me a lot to think about and sit with. I feel more equipped to have conversations about race and equity with my peers.

- Brit, Challenge Participant

Over 1,500 Individuals and Organizations Have Taken the Challenge

Taking the Challenge How Your Business Would Benefit

The role businesses and corporations play in promoting racial equity and social justice has never been more critical. These sectors have a unique opportunity and responsibility to give back to their communities by deepening their knowledge of racial and social justice issues.

The Racial Justice Challenge beckons these organizations to step forward as advocates for real change. Participating in this challenge demonstrates an alignment with corporate values, benefits the workforce, and contributes to a more equitable Spokane.

Previous Challenges Released

2024
2023

Embark on a transformative journey where the powerful intersection of disability, housing, mental health, and music takes center stage. As we delve into racial equity and justice, we illuminate the interconnected narratives shaping our communities. Discover how accessible housing is a cornerstone of inclusivity, mental health finds its voice through the rhythm of music, and individuals with disabilities become agents of change. Through engaging resources and meaningful discussions, we unpack the layers of this intersectionality, fostering a deeper understanding of how these elements coalesce to create a more just world.

2022

In the 2022 Challenge, a spectrum of critical issues converge to explore a more just and inclusive world. Participants explore interconnected topics, including closing the racial and gender wealth gap, advocating for LGBTQIA2S+ representation in media, grappling with colorism, and challenging Islamophobia in TV and film. The challenge takes a closer at critical social issues, such as period poverty, comprehensive sex education, and abortion restrictions. By engaging in curated resources and personal reflection, this challenge is a call to action, encouraging all to become advocates for equity and justice.

 

2021

Приступите к исследованию социальной идентичности и систем угнетения в рамках «Вызова 2021». Он погружается в сложное взаимодействие различных уровней угнетения, преступлений на почве ненависти, домашнего насилия, разрыва в уровне благосостояния и бездомности, проливая свет на сложности, которые формируют наши сообщества. Участники раскрывают суть действия по возмещению ущерба, противостоят скрытой предвзятости, привилегиям и белизне, а также воспитывают антирасистское мышление. Мы надеемся, что это поможет вам разрушить барьеры, подвергнуть сомнению системную несправедливость и создать более справедливое и инклюзивное сообщество для всех.

2020

«Вызов 2020» исследует нюансы между справедливостью и равенством и раскрывает влияние микроагрессии, стереотипов и культурного присвоения на маргинализированные сообщества. Участники глубже погружаются в интерсекциональность расы, пола и идентичности, а также рассматривают комплексные последствия COVID-19 и борются с ксенофобией. Эта проблема также решает проблему неравенства, заложенного в правовой системе, жилье и системе перехода от школы к тюрьме. Занимайтесь повседневной деятельностью и пользуйтесь тщательно подобранными ресурсами, которые помогут вам разрушить системные барьеры и создать более справедливое и инклюзивное сообщество.

Подтверждение

Особая благодарность доктору Эдди Муру-младшему и Дебби Ирвинг, создателям оригинального 21-дневного конкурса по формированию привычек расового равенства, который вдохновил YWCA со всей страны на создание ежегодного обучающего конкурса.

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Янв 5, 2026 Янв 12 @ 7:45 пп

2026 Women of Achievement Honorees

YWCA Spokane is proud to announce the 2026 Women of Achievement honorees! Nine extraordinary women will be celebrated for their remarkable contributions at the Women of Achievement Awards Luncheon on Friday, March 6th, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at…

Янв 2, 2026 Янв 12 @ 7:45 пп

A Farewell from Outgoing CEO, Jeanette Hauck

January 2, 2026 As we begin this new year and my time as YWCA Spokane’s CEO officially comes to close, I find myself profoundly moved by deep gratitude and great hope. This past year has not been easy. Like many…

Дек 31, 2025 Янв 12 @ 7:45 пп

2025 Community Engagement Impact

Through education, outreach, and prevention, YWCA Spokane’s Community Engagement Department raises awareness, builds partnerships, advances equity, and helps prevent violence in our community.

События

Ноя 7, 2025 Янв 15 @ 2:00 пп - 3:30 пп

DV 101 Обучение: распознавать. Отвечать. Ссылаться.

Join YWCA Spokane for this important free, virtual training on January 15th at 2:00pm. Learn more about intimate partner domestic violence, how to help a friend, and about YWCA Spokane’s free and confidential services.

Дек 18, 2025 Янв 19 @ 10:00 дп - 1:30 пп

MLK Rally, March, and Resource Fair 2026

The Spokane MLK Community Center invites the community to join for the annual MLK Day Rally, March, and Resource Fair on January 19th. The Rally begins at 10:00 AM at the Spokane Convention Center, followed by the March and then the Resource Fair. We hope you will join us in celebrating and commemorating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Ноя 24, 2025 Фев 9 @ 10:00 дп - 11:30 дп

DV 101 Обучение: распознавать. Отвечать. Ссылаться.

Join YWCA Spokane for this important free, virtual training on February 9th at 10:00am. Learn more about intimate partner domestic violence, how to help a friend, and about YWCA Spokane’s free and confidential services.