Links / Resources
	Nordstrom launched the Supplier Diversity Program in 1989 because we as a company recognized that there were tremendous opportunities to do more business with minority and women-owned companies. Through this program, Nordstrom has forged new partnerships with businesses from the communities we serve; supporting the economic growth of those communities while giving us the chance to work with qualified minority and women-owned businesses.
	Digital Divide Network The website offers a range of information, tools and resources that help practitioners stay on top of digital divide developments. It also serves as forum where practitioners can share their experiences with colleagues around the world. We look at the causes and effects of the divide from four distinct angles: technology access, literacy and learning, content, and economic development. In each of these areas, we pay particular attention to the role of local individuals and organizations when it comes to bridging the divide. In many cases, the stories featured on DDN come directly from the people working on the divide at the local level.
	Race and Ethnic Diversity in the United States  The site contains texts of speeches by U.S. officials, key documents, and major court decisions. It also features articles about the more salient events in the story of race and diversity in America. Past injustices are frankly discussed in these pages, as are attempts to redress them -- such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
	American Red Cross  Together, we can save a life. Special "Link of the Year" in remembrance of the events of 9-11-01
	Volute PARTNERING WITH ORGANIZATIONS TO SET THE STAGE FOR YOUR FUTURE SUCCESS  Volute serves nonprofit and public service organizations that seek to be more responsive and effective in their efforts to serve their communities.
	Black Data Processing Associates  (BDPA) is a member-focused organization that exists to provide professional development programs and services to position its members at the forefront of the information technology industry.  BDPA (Black Data Processing Associates) was founded in 1975 in Philadelphia, PA and continues today to bridge the Digital Divide with its programs and services.  We have more than 40 active chapters located across the US. Plan to visit and become involved in one of our chapters and its programs.
	Saludos.com Unless you're very fortunate, the perfect job isn't going to just drop into your lap. You have to go out and find it. Saludos.com outlines these "Elements of a Successful Job Search" to help you land the job of your dreams. Article available in English or Spanish.
	WorkPlace Diversity Network Survey The Workplace Diversity Network is a learning community of diversity professionals who come from a variety of work sectors to explore emerging questions of workplace diversity and inclusion. We come together in small group forums for substantive dialogue, information sharing, research and scholarship.
	Minorities in Marine Science Undergraduate Program  The National Science Foundation-funded Minorities in Marine Science Undergraduate Program (MIMSUP) is designed to introduce members of racial or ethnic groups currently under-represented in science and engineering (i.e., American Indians, Alaskan Natives, African Americans, Latino/Hispanics, and Pacific Islanders) to academic and professional careers in marine science.
	Diversity in Europe Diversity in Europe is a project within the European Union‚s education programme Leonardo da Vinci with the purpose of spreading knowledge about the economic benefits and the benefits for the working environmental brought by diversity or Managing Diversity. The project started in January 2000 on the initiative of the Minerva Foundation in Sweden. The project will continue until summer 2001 and has participants from six different countries: Denmark  -  Estonia  -  Italy  -  Portugal  -  Spain  -Sweden
	American Fact Finder   American FactFinder is designed to help you find the US Census Bureau information you need, quickly and easily.
	The Urban Institute   Leaving politics to others, the Urban Institute brings three critical ingredients to public debates on domestic policy initiatives: accurate data, careful and objective analyses, and perspective. Our staff also evaluates government programs—practical work that grounds our policy research in the experiences of the people who create, run, and use these programs.
	WorkPlace Diversity Network The Workplace Diversity Network offers participating organizations opportunities for interactive, small group exploration of emerging issues, case study presentations and current research, Most importantly, the Network is a resource for establishing contacts with leading diversity policy-makers and practitioners from organizations throughout the nation.
	History Link of Seattle HistoryLink is an evolving online encyclopedia of Seattle and King County history. It is being written on and for the Internet to establish a new baseline history in anticipation of the 2001-2002 sesquicentennial of the establishment of Seattle and King County, Washington, USA. HistoryLink is also being designed to serve as a model for other communities seeking to preserve and present their histories via the Internet.
	National Business and Disability Council  The leading resource for corporations that are hiring, working with, and marketing to people with disabilities.
	Microsoft Diversity  At Microsoft, we have established a number of initiatives to promote diversity within our own organization, and to demonstrate this commitment in communities nationwide.
	West's Case Updates     West's Case Updates is a West Legal Studies service to provide briefs of the latest state and federal court cases regarding employment discrimination.
	Profiles in Diversity Journal    A wonderful resource and tool for analyzing key strategic diversity issues, along with a road map for implementation.
	Seattle Human Rights Commission    The Seattle Human Rights Commission was established in 1963 to advocate for justice and equal opportunity, to advise the City of Seattle on human rights issues and to collaborate with public and private sectors in order to educate them on methods to prevent and eliminate discrimination city-wide.
	Washington Assistive Technology Alliance   The Washington Assistive Technology Alliance (WATA) is a consumer advocacy network that includes the University of Washington Center for Technology and Disability Studies (UWCTDS), and the AT Resource Center at Easter Seal Society in Spokane (EATRC). WATA also receives guidance from a Consumer Majority Advisory Board.
	National Asian Pacific Center on Aging  NAPCA works with elders, policy makers, program administrators, and community leaders to prepare not only for an aging American society, but also for the increasing diversity of senior populations.
	Children's Express Diversity in America    The Children's Express Diversity project will enrich public understanding of our differences, creating multimedia opportunities for envisioning diversity as both an individual attribute and a global asset.
	Workforce Diversity Activities   A monthly calendar of events for the Washington State Human Resource Community.
	EEOC The mission of the EEOC, as set forth in its strategic plan, is to promote equal opportunity in employment through administrative and judicial enforcement of the federal civil rights laws and through education and technical assistance.
	Women's Funding Alliance At the Women's Funding Alliance, we promote health, justice and opportunities by investing in the lives of women and girls.  We are based in the Puget Sound region of Washington State and our efforts are focused on three key things: Funding Social Change   /   Raising Awareness   /   Building Community
	Association for Women in Computing    Puget Sound Chapter The Association For Women In Computing (AWC) is a national, nonprofit, professional organization for individuals with an interest in information technology.
	National Association of Asian American Professionals NAAAP’s mission is to support the enterprises and organizations committed to the betterment of the Asian community by fostering increased communication, interaction, and the exchange of ideas among members through formal and informal functions.
	Diversity Careers in Engineering and IT     Diversity/Careers in Engineering & Information Technology is a magazine that covers technical and career issues of interest to engineers and information technology professionals who are part of the growing diverse technical workforce.
	Fair Measures     Our management law training programs, online policies and checklists help both employers and employees avoid costly lawsuits.
	Diversity Central    Diversity Central is the new Website brought to you by Cultural Diversity at Work, now celebrating its 11th year of publishing on diversity and cross-cultural management.
	Diversity Inc.  DiversityInc.com is the premier source on the role of diversity in strengthening the corporate bottom line.
	Washington State Business Leadership Network  The WSBLN is a network of employers who educate and support business to hire, retain and improve customer service toward people with disAbilities.
	Washington Works   In partnership with employers and communities, Washington Works creates opportunities for people to achieve and maintain successful futures through employment.
	Seattle Diversity Works!   Assisting Businesses and Organizations in becoming "deaf friendly"; conducts local, state, national, in-house training sessions.
	Best Companies for Blacks, Asians & Hispanics The 50 best companies for minorities.
	Northwest Recruiter's Association  The Northwest Recruiters Association is a non-profit organization established to serve those in the recruiting profession as a forum for education, networking and information dissemination in a non-competitive environment.
	Deaf Web Washington A resource for the Deaf, Deaf-Blind, and Hard of Hearing
	Match Volunteer Opportunities with Non-Profits National site allows instant match of people wanting to volunteer with non-profits in need.  Allows non-profits to register their volunteer openings.
	Disability News Ticker keeps you up-to-date with the latest news concerning the abilities of individuals.
	National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research
	Live Resumes is a monthly feature of the meetings.  Job Seekers who are focused and prepared to start work immediately give a short 3-5 minute talk in front of the group.  Job Seekers should <Click Here> to request information on how best to prepare for the Live Resume.   Reservations with your local Diversity Task Force group must be made in order for you to be a "Live Resume".

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