Coast Salish People and Their Languages
This map, from the Burke Museum, shows the geographic range of the Coast Salish language family and the Indigenous peoples who speak these languages.
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Lushootseed Sounds Tutorial Lesson 1.1
This resource is a short introductory video tutorial of the basic sounds that are used to speak the Lushootseed language.
The Nature Conservancy: Indian Country 101 Training
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What is Disability Justice?
This resource, from Disability & Philanthropy Forum, is a collection of essential topics around Disability Justice, including history, curriculum, and audit...
The State of Children with Disabilities and Special Health Care Needs
Children and youth with disabilities are a highly diverse group representing many conditions and identities — from learning disab...
Disability Language Style Guide (The National Center on Disability and Journalism)
As language, perceptions and social norms change rapidly, it is becoming increasingly difficult for journalists and other communicators to figure out how to ref...
Black Disability Justice Syllabus
Gathered by Sins Invalid, this resource covers essential history, health, activism, law, politics, and the arts.
10 Principles of Disability Justice
In 2005, disabled activists of color Patty Berne, Mia Mingus, and Stacey Milbern launched the framework of disability justice. They did this to expand upon the ...
Disability Justice: Centering Intersectionality and Liberation with Patty Berne
A video discussion sponsored by the University of Washington’s Office of Public Lectures, featuring Patty Berne, Cofounder, Executive, and Artistic Direct...
Washington State LGBTQ+ Survey Report 2025
This survey, published by the Washington STate LGBTQ Commission, was conducted to gain a comprehensive understanding of the characteristics and experiences of L...
Climate Action for Vulnerable Communities | 2025 Network Learning Session | [Recording]
Here you will find a recording of the September 17, 2025, learning session sponsored by North Sound ACH on “Climate Action for Vulnerable Communities, fea...
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These slides accompanied the July 16, 2025, Learning Session on Transgender, Nonbinary, Intersex, and Gender Nonconforming Health and Well-being
Power of Words Handbook: A Guide to Language about Japanese Americans in World War II
“Language is the archive of history” – Ralph Waldo Emerson. This resource, prepared by the National JACL Power of Words II Committee, explains...
Setting Sun Institute
We heard from many of our partners about their work, at the January 2025 Partner Convening, and its only a small percentage of the amazing work being done in ou...
How the Arts Prepare Communities For the Future – Michael Greer
Michael Greer is the President & CEO of ArtsFund. His leadership experience spans both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors, including executive and managem...
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Review all the slides from the partner and ACH spotlights, shared at the January 2025 Partner Convening, including: Targeted Universalism community of practice,...
Language Access Workforce | Recording | January 2024 Partner Convening
The recording of our partner presentation about a Network project, Skagit Valley College: Language Access Workforce, with Brittney Maruska, Director of Business...
Potluck for Democracy
Potluck for Democracy is a toolkit that helps neighbors from different backgrounds come together across differences to recognize each other’s humanity and...
Triumph Teen Life Center
This center provides a range of services aimed at empowering teens and fostering community well-being through various supportive programs.
NPR | ‘Artivist’ Nikkolas Smith Combines Art And Activism Into A Singular Superpower
This profile features Nikkolas Smith, an artist who uses his work to advocate for social justice and inspire activism.
Ideas.TED | Gallery: Portraits from the Standing Rock protests
This gallery showcases powerful portraits from the Standing Rock protests, capturing the spirit and resilience of the activists.
SLEEK | Stonewall 50: Five artworks explaining the impact of the uprising
This article explores the artistic movements that emerged after the Stonewall riots, celebrating LGBTQ+ history and culture.
Smithsonian American Art Museum | Oh Freedom! Teaching Art and the Civil Rights Movement
This is the “Oh Freedom!” section of the Smithsonian American Art Museum explores the Civil Rights Movement through American art, emphasizing its ex...
Green Schoolyards America
This is an organization with a mission to increase tree canopy on K-12 school grounds, manage schoolyard forests, and promote outdoor education.
Say This, Not That!
In this resource you will find 30 popular phrases and their shockingly racist historical meanings.
Partnership Grant Calendar | Forrest Service USDA (Website)
In this resource, you will find the Partnership Grant Calendar which has different grants organized according to the months they are due. These grants are for o...
Fridie Outdoors | Website
“Fridie Outdoors is a Portland-based startup that educates and helps to get people comfortable with hiking and camping.” In this resource you will f...
May Network Learning Session (Slides): Health & The Outdoors
These are the slides for our May Network Learning Session. We learned about health & the outdoors and deepened our understanding of how our well-being is cl...
North Cascades Wild Church | Website
This is the website for North Cascades Wild Church. This group gathers in nature to foster spiritual connection and community bonds. Through contemplative pract...
Day 2 | Slides | January 2024 Partner Convening: The HeART of Transformation
This is the slide deck from the second day of the January 2024 Partner Convening: The HeART of Transformation.
Day 1 | Slides | January 2024 Partner Convening: The HeART of Transformation
This is the slide deck from the first day of the January 2024 Partner Convening: The HeART of Transformation.
Partner Highlight: The Omni Center – NWYS | Recording | January 2024 Partner Convening: The HeART of Transformation
This is a recording of the Northwest Youth Services’s partner highlight, featuring the Omni Center presented by Remy Styrk which occurred during our Jan...
March Network Learning Session (Slides): Birth Equity – Beyond The Doctor’s Office
These are the slides for our March Network Learning Session. We learned about Birth Equity and what we can do beyond beyond the doctor’s office as communi...
March Network Learning Session (Recording): Birth Equity – Beyond the Doctor’s Office
This is a recording of the March network learning session. This March, we learned about birth equity. We learned about our current state of in the North Sound r...
Open Arms Perinatal Services
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Project Girl Mentoring Program
“Project Girl Mentoring Program is a non profit organization providing mentoring, educational and social activities to young women throughout Snohomish Co...
Shades of Divinity
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Global Perinatal Services
Global Perinatal is a an organization working to provide support for perinatal and postpartum birthers, their partners. They provide education and connect famil...
Birth Doulas FAQ – Washington State Department of Health
In this resource, you will find frequently asked question about birth doula work, certification and education requirements and how to get started on that vocati...
Report: 2021 March of Dimes Report Card
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Article: Black, Native infants in King County die at higher rate than white babies – Seattle Times
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Report: Washington State Maternal Mortality Review Panel: Maternal Deaths 2017–2020
In this resource, you will find policy and funding recommendations from the Maternal Mortality Review Panel (MMRP) established by the Washington State Legislatu...
Public Workshops | DIANE GOODMAN CONSULTING
“Educator, consultant, facilitator, speaker, author, and activist, Diane Goodman (she/her) has been addressing issues of diversity and social justice for ...
Course: Fundamentals of Medical Interpreting online course at Skagit Valley College
“In an effort to bridge the gap in healthcare communication and ensure quality care for diverse patient populations, Skagit Valley College (SVC) proud to ...
Video: Roots of Empathy | Impacts Around the World
For more information or to sign up to participate, please contact Sara Airoldi, Whatcom Roots of Empathy Program Manager at sairoldi@rootsofempathy.org“
Video: Roots of Empathy | Intro Video
For more information or to sign up to participate, please contact Sara Airoldi, Whatcom Roots of Empathy Program Manager at sairoldi@rootsofempathy.org“
O.U.R Journey | Embracing The Heart and Soul of Our Youth
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Matika Wilbur | Website
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Chelan County Jail & Reentry Program
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Slide Deck | Catalyzing Change: Well-Being Measurement and Indigenous Indicators | January 2024 Partner Convening
Slides from the session, Catalyzing Change: Well-Being Measurement and Indigenous Indicators at our January 2024 Partner Convening
Slide Deck: Turning Adversity into Action | January 2024 Partner Convening
Slides from the session Turning Adversity into Action | January 2024 Partner Convening
Slides | Community Engagement: The Pomegranate Method | Introduction
These are Milenko Matanovič’s slides for his presentation at the November 2023 Network Learning Session.
THE CASE FOR EVERYDAY DEMOCRACY | Excerpts | Milenko Matanovič
Here you will find principles developed by Milenko Matanovič for any community to utilize to promote “Everyday Democracy”.
September Network Learning Session (Slides): Incarcerated and Justice Involved Equitable Solutions
Slides – Network Learning Session – Incarcerated and Justice Involved Equitable Solutions
Grace Program – Whatcom County
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LEAD Program Evaluation: Recidivism Report
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Guidelines for Successful Transition of People with Mental or Substance Use Disorders from Jail and Prison: Implementation Guide
The purpose of Guidelines for Successful Transition of People with Mental and Substance Use Disorders from Jail and Prison: Implementation Guide is to provide b...
Short-term Strategies to Improve Reentry of Jail Populations: Expanding and Implementing the APIC Model
“Almost all jail inmates will leave correctional settings and return to the community. Inadequate transition planning puts jail inmates, who entered the j...
Tulalip Tribes Elders Panel
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Tulalip Tribal Court | Wellness Court
“Tulalip’s Healing to Wellness Court provides the support and resources necessary for our clients to begin living sober lives and reconnecting with thei...
Tribal Healing to Wellness Courts: The Key Components
“In 1996,a committee of practitioners and others involved with drug court program operations was established under the leadership of the National Associat...
Designing for Social Systems | Lummi Tribal Health Center
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Minnesota: Carceral Colonialism: Imprisonment in Indian Country | States of Incarceration.
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Whatcom County Justice Project Needs Assessment
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County evaluates jail medical care (Article)
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Ear Hustle (Podcast)
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Tribal & Equity Learning Sessions | Food Sovereignty and the 13 Moons Curriculum: Tribal Learning Series (Webinar)
This webinar features the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community sharing their 13 Moons curriculum and community garden work, which revitalizes traditional foods, me...
August 2023 Partner Convening: Building Bridges for Collective Action | Slides
These are the slides from the August 2023 Partner Convening: Building Bridges for Collective Action.
CDC: Course – Promoting Policy and Systems Change to Expand Employment of Community Health Workers (CHWs)
This course is designed to provide state programs and other stakeholders with basic knowledge about Community Health Workers (CHWs), such as official definition...
CDC: Policy Evidence Assessment Report
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Before Maslow’s Hierarchy: The Whitewashing of Indigenous Knowledge
Maslow’s renowned model—a story of systemic racism, Western epistemology (or ways of knowing), and the forced invisibility of Indigenous knowledge.
Adultism: The Training Ground for All Other Oppression
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Inclusive Language Guide
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The Endangered Languages Project
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FEMA Tools for Practitioners
Use FEMA programs, research, and guidance to improve your community’s ability to prepare and recover.
Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) in Maternal Health Care
This free, 2-hour e-learning program is designed for providers and students seeking knowledge and skills related to cultural competency, cultural humility, pers...
North Sound Cohort Glossary
Glossary of terms helpful for the Collaborative Action Network learning journey, by North Sound ACH.
Elevate Health podcast
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LAUSD Board Votes to Cut School Police Force, Divert Funds to Black Student Achievement Plan
This article and video news segment tells the story of how the Los Angeles Unified School District voted to cut 133 positions from the L.A. School Police Depart...
Unleashing the Creativity of Teachers and Students to Combat Climate Change: An Opportunity for Global Leadership
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Liberar la creatividad de profesores y alumnos para combatir el cambio climático: Una oportunidad de liderazgo mundial
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Beyond the Land Acknowledgement: College “Land Back” or Free Tuition for Native Students
This policy and practice brief explores the concept of “land back” in higher education. The author both problematizes ladn acknowledgements without land bas...
Más allá del reconocimiento de la tierra: Devolución de tierras a la universidad o matrícula gratuita para los estudiantes nativos
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Cómo mejorar el bienestar de estudiantes y educadores
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How to Improve Student and Educator Wellbeing
This webpage introduces the concept of wellness in education and discusses ways to improve educator engagement, prevent burnout, and promote a culture of wellbe...
Seven Vital Conditions for Health and Well-Being
This Community Commons collection introduces the Seven Vital Conditions for Well-Being.
Students Under Siege: How the School-to-Prison Pipeline, Poverty, and Racism Endanger Our School Children
This report provides historical and statistical information on the School-to-Prison Pipeline. It explores the underreported side of school safety: the dangers o...
CDC Healthy Schools – School Health Guidelines
This report is intended for schools (grades K-12). It presents a set of guidelines from the CDC on school-based obesity prevention, healthy eating, physica...
Happy, Healthy and Ready to Learn: Insure All Children! A Toolkit for School-Based Child Health Outreach and Enrollment
This toolkit guides users such as school and community leaders, child advocate, and parents with helping enroll uninsured children who are eligible for health i...
Nuevos requisitos de coordinación de la primera infancia en la ley Every Student Succeeds Act
Este conjunto de herramientas está dirigido a y a las partes interesadas en la educación a nivel local y estatal. Está diseñado para ayudar a los distr...
New Early Childhood Coordination Requirements in the Every Student Succeeds Act
This toolkit is intended for state and local educational stakeholders. It is designed to help school districts meet federal requirements when they formally...
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