What does it take to build a Seattle where everyone can move through their community safely, independently, and with dignity?

Join us for a special Shaping Seattle conversation exploring the past, present, and future of disability justice organizing and accessibility in our city.

From the disability rights movement that helped secure the Americans with Disabilities Act to today's efforts to make sidewalks, public transit, and public spaces accessible, disabled advocates have played a powerful role in shaping and improving our communities.

Together, we'll celebrate that history, hear from disability justice advocates about the challenges that remain, and explore how we can build a more accessible Seattle.

This event is an opportunity to connect, share perspectives, and discover ways to support disability-led advocacy in our communities.

Event Details

Tuesday, November 17th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Centilia Cultural Center at El Centro de la Raza
Beacon Hill, Seattle

Free, with an optional donation.

Speakers

• Michael de Lange, Public historian and Senior Community Development Planner with Seattle’s Department of Neighborhoods
• Amin “Tony” Hester, Pierce County Disability Justice and Transportation Advocate
• JaNaya Hall, Disability Justice and Affordable Housing Advocate
• Tanisha Sepúlveda, Disability and Mobility Justice Advocate and Founding Member of Empower Movement WA
• Cecelia Black, Nondrivers Alliance
• Amara Schermerhorn, Artist, Writer, and Transportation Advocate

Centilia Cultural Center at El Centro de la Raza (Beacon Hill)

The venue is located at 1660 S Roberto Maestas Festival St on Beacon Hill. It is on the same block as the Beacon Hill light rail station, one block from the 18th Ave Beacon Hill Greenway, and one block from the protected bike lanes on Beacon Ave S. King County Metro bus routes 60, 36, and 107 also serve the venue. Bike racks are available at the light rail station and on the east end of the Roberto Maestas Festival St. Street parking is available throughout the neighborhood. 

More Information

Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible, with wide aisles. The venue has all-gender restrooms.

Interpretation services: If you need interpretation services, please email us to secure accommodation

Childcare: Childcare is available upon advance request and is intended for kids ages 3-11.

Thanks to Our Sponsors

Thank you to Seattle Streets Alliance's 2026 sponsors for helping make the Shaping Seattle series possible.