🔊 PSA: Black History Month Celebrations in Yakima

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Black History Month Celebrations in Yakima with a Month-Long Series of Events
Yakima, Washington – January 30, 2025

 

Local organizations are sponsoring a month-long series of events for Black History Month.

Former Seattle Seahawk, SHAQUEM GRIFFIN HEADLINES the celebration.

We are thrilled to announce that Shaquem Griffin, a former NFL player and motivational speaker, will join us to share his inspiring story throughout community events! The series of Events is supported by OIC of Washington, Yakima Downtown Rotary, Central Washington University, Blaine and Preciosa Tamaki Foundation, Ms. Ester Huey, and Eric Silvers State Farm.

Griffin, a former Seattle Seahawks linebacker and the first player with one hand to be drafted in the NFL, is widely recognized for his resilience and determination in overcoming adversity. His journey is a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit and his story continues to inspire individuals around the world.

Event Schedule:

• Community Dinner with Shaquem Griffin

Date: February 12, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: OIC Henry Beauchamp Community Center|1211 South Seventh Street, Yakima, Washington

Join us for a community dinner where he will share his remarkable journey, lessons learned, and his message. This event will allow attendees to connect with Griffin and be inspired by his story of overcoming challenges. To register, go to https://forms.office.com/r/pXKcAwYgjn or call 509-575-6114.

• Young Leaders with Shaquem Griffin

Date: February 13, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: OIC of Washington|815 Fruitvale Boulevard, Yakima, Washington

OIC of Washington is hosting a special session with Shaquem Griffin to empower the next generation of leaders. This event will be specifically tailored for young leaders ages 18-45. To register, go to https://forms.office.com/r/pXKcAwYgjn.

• Rotary Luncheon featuring Shaquem Griffin

Date: February 13, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Location: Yakima Rotary (Downtown)|10 North Eighth Street, Yakima, Washington

Following his session with young leaders, Shaquem Griffin will speak at the Yakima Rotary Luncheon. If you would like to attend, the cost to attend is $19.00, and lunch is included; email yakimarotary@yakimarotary.org to secure your spot.

OIC Black History Month with GENIUS POTENTIAL EPIC RAP BATTLES of Black History!

To close out Black History Month, in collaboration with Yakima Valley College: Diversity Series and Robert Trimble Consulting, we will be hosting the Black History Luncheon with Genius Potential doing Epic Rap Battles on February 27th from 12:00pm to 2:00pm at Yakima Valley College Conference Center at 1704 West Nob Hill Boulevard, Yakima, Washington. To register go to https://forms.office.com/r/b1xTDMYHUE.

Please mark your calendars and don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to join us for a series of events celebrating Black History Month that you definitely don't want to miss out on.

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Posted January 30, 2025