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Tukwila Equity and Social Justice Commission City of Tukwila — City Hall 6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188 • Pride Month The City to hold a Pride Flag Ceremony on Monday, June 9, 12pm, City Hall Flagpole. This is an internally focused event for employees, councilmembers, and board member and commissioners. The program will include a reading of the City's Pride Month Proclamation by Mayor McLeod, a presentation by the Executive Director of Entre Hermanos, and a special presentation from a talented community leader. ESJ Commission approved $300 to support of Showalter Middle School's GSA Pride event on June 9. The funds will support treats and decor. On behalf of GSA, the Advisor will be recognized at the June 8 Seawolves Pride Night game. • Juneteenth, Thursday, June 19, Sullivan Center Plaza Maryan, Jo, and Mr. Duffie are participating on the planning committee. This year's theme is Echoes of Freedom: Past, Present & Future. The event will include festive music and dancing, talented artists and a keynote address from Trish, resources and giveaways, refreshments, and door prizes! All attendees will receive a beautiful, commemorative poster. • World Refugee Day, Saturday, June 28, Foster High School Jo is representing the City on the partner planning group that includes the International Rescue Committee, King County Library System, and Wide World for Refugees. This day honors the courage and determination of the millions of refugees who have been forced to flee their homelands due to war, persecution, or natural disasters. This free event is open to the public and features multiple performances from around the world, vendor and resource tables, children's activities, multicultural cuisine and more. • Veteran's Day — Mr. Duffie reported that he and his daughter participated in the Puget Sound Honor Flight to Washington D.C. He hopes to raise awareness about such opportunities so more veterans will take advantage. Awareness, Forums, Trainings: • Racial Restrictive Covenants — Aaron adapted and shared a document titled 'Long Range Action Plan for Racial Restrictive Covenants Follow -Up' (attached) with categories, goals, and recommended actions outlined. • Know Your Rights — Red Cards are in print; utilizing $300 approved to produce materials for distribution.