The death of his father forced the family to move from Pennsylvania to Wisconsin. Sent to live with other family members, Dr. Daniel Hale Williams worked menial jobs until a chance meeting with a respected physician inspired him to pursue a medical career. Working his way through, he graduated with an M.D. degree from Chicago Medical College in 1883. Ten years later, he performed the world's first successful open-heart surgery.
Dr. Williams became one of Chicago’s busiest physicians. As founder of Provident Hospital and Training School, it was the first interracial hospital to serve patients of all colors and staffed by both Black and White doctors. On July 9, 1893, a man was brought to the hospital with a knife wound to his chest. As his condition worsened, Dr. Williams decided the only way to save him was to operate. His colleagues were against it, however, Dr. Williams cut into the chest until he could see the pericardium, and repaired the almost two inch long injury.
The following year, Dr. Williams was appointed Chief Surgeon of the Freedman's Hospital in Washington D.C. by U.S. President Grover Cleveland. This hospital was formed to provide health care for the newly freed slaves. For 40 years, he continued to address health disparities by encouraging the employment of a multiracial staff and promoting the advancement of surgical procedures. In 1895, he co-founded the National Medical Association, a professional organization for Black medical practitioners as an alternative to the all-White American Medical Association that did not extend membership to black doctors.
Sources: Blackfacts.com; Buffalownews.com; Jackson State University.edu
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302.9 Million Available in Two New Funding Opportunities to Develop Affordable Housing Projects Across Washington
Commerce will consider applications for multifamily rental housing projects seeking capital financing from the Washington State Housing Trust Fund (HTF), HOME, and National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF) programs from two separate Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA).
Applications are due to Commerce by noon on Sept. 18, 2023.
In-person workshops in July and August, plus two virtual workshops available
We are hosting four workshops to provide guidance on the 2023 Housing Trust Fund (HTF) application and criteria that will be used to evaluate applications for multifamily/rental projects seeking capital funding. An application process overview, and a question-and-answer session will follow.
In-Person Workshops
In-person workshops run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and include lunch. Venue capacity is 100 on a first-come, first-served basis by registration time.
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Tumwater – Aug. 8, 2023 ASHHO Cultural Community Center. Registration closes at 9 a.m. Aug. 1
Register for either in-person workshop using this link
Virtual Workshops
Virtual workshops will run on Zoom from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendance is not limited. Registration is required using the links provided below. Registration will be available until the meetings begin.
Unable to attend a workshop?
We will post a slide show presentation following the workshops on the Housing Trust Fund Resources and Training webpage. Workshop attendance is NOT a requirement to apply for funding. However, participation will improve an applicant's understanding and ability to submit a competitive application
For questions or accommodations to participate in the workshops or application process, please contact htfapp@commerce.wa.gov.
Visit the Commerce website for more about Housing Trust Fund programs.
The Office of the Governor is currently searching for a Deputy Scheduler to maintain the Governor’s daily calendar, be the main point of contact for all invitations and meeting requests for the Governor, and to coordinate the Governor’s travel.
A rare opportunity to provide direct support to the Governor, if you see yourself in this very important and complex role, please apply at your earliest convenience using the link above. Our first review date of candidates is on July 14, 2023 and we encourage you to be part of the initial pool of applicants.
Please reach out to TalentAcquisition@ofm.wa.gov if you have any additional questions or would like additional information
 Black culture comes to Seattle Center! Festival Sundiata brings, music, spoken word, food, vendors, information, employment opportunities an incredible art exhibition and sale, drill team exhibition, and much, much, more.
Millions of people have been touched by the Festival Sundiata experience and come back annually. With great production value and classic performances. , Festival Sundiata creates an opportunity to bring families and diverse communities together in unprecedented ways.
Friday, July 14: 6pm-9pm
Saturday, July 15, 12pm-5pm
Sunday, July 16: 12pm-9pm
Seattle Center - 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109
 iCode Tier I presents an Introduction to Coding program for HS students. Students will develop basic websites and digital games using Python, HTML, CSS & Java Script. No previous experience required. This course is FREE. Give it a try and register via Eventbrite!
Find other summer iTeen empowerment events for youth!
Black Arts Love returns! Proudly promoting Black artists and excellence, the Pop-Up Market is scheduled every Saturday through August 26th!
417 East Pike Street, Seattle, Washington - Noon to 5 PM
Vendor application here
Wellness for the entire family! Join the health walk, sign up for insurance, get your health free health screening! Fred Hutch, Seattle King County Health, Swedish Hospital and others bring health care to the street! Don't miss this free community free service centered on YOUR health!
Call 1-800-756-5437 to schedule your FREE mammogram! Food and entertainment provided! For more information, call 206-579-4521
 
The Tacoma Urban League presents the Black Night Market Summer Series. The last Friday of the month, now until September 29th, the Market is an innovative market place that highlights BIPOC Owned Businesses, visual and performing artists!
LeMay Car Museum
2702 East D Street
The last Friday of the month until September 29th - 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
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