How have Tacoma’s funding organizations changed as a result of COVID? Diane Tilstra sits down with some of the biggest funders in the area to learn more. Guests include: Seth Kirby, Greater Tacoma Community Foundation...

In this series, host Diane Tilstra sits down with Tacoma-area nonprofits to talk about the pandemic, diversity, equity, inclusion, and more. In the first episode, Diane talks to Miriam Barnett, CEO of the YWCA Pierce...

Two weeks ago, Tacoma Urban League hosted a virtual event on “The State of Black Tacoma” with a focus on COVID-19. We’ve captured the audio from the event and packaged it as a podcast. Enjoy!...

For the finale for this series, Stella and Lisa share an intimate view into their relationship and what has led them to this point in their lives. They take turns asking one another questions and...

Guests Alaa Alshaibani and Quenessa Long In this episode, Stella speaks with Alaa, former campaign manager for WA Representative Melanie Morgan, and Q, YWCA Legal Advocate, about how they got involved in social justice work...

In this episode, Stella is interviewed about the important role school counselors, supportive teachers, principals, and staff are for transgender and non-binary students. Melissa shares her professional experiences working with trans students. Together, they offer...

Stella interviews three Allies In Action Alum. Allies discuss how this program has shaped who they are as leaders, why providing younger students leadership opportunities is key youth engagement. *Fun fact, Stella is one of...

In this episode, Stella talks with her fellow MYCT peers about leadership, the purpose of the commission, and the work being led by the commission. *Fun fact, the Mayor’s Youth Commission of Tacoma is the...

In this episode, Stella kicks off the series talking with Collin, Arizona, and Kellz about consent, youth led initiatives, the marginalization of queer youth, impact vs. intent, and the ways PEEL is empowering youth. Guests:...