Eastside Pathways

Racial Equity Collaborative Action Network (CAN)
2026-01-21 14:00 - 14:45 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual
The Racial Equity Collaborative Action Network (CAN) is an opportunity to develop collaborative strategies and create impactful opportunities to advance racial equity for our youth from cradle to career. The Racial Equity Collaborative Action Network marks the continued effort to move the needle on racial equity, particularly focusing on the youth in East King County. By attending, you’ll gain valuable insights, practical strategies, and a network of allies committed to creating a more equitable future.
This meeting is virtual. A link will be sent when you register.

Leadership Council (in person)
2026-01-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Eastside Pathways Office | Collaboration Room, 2650 148th Ave SE, Suite 216, Bellevue, WA, 98007, United States

Data Council Meeting
2026-01-08 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-12-11 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-11-13 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-10-09 09:30 - 10:30 | Virtual
Join the Eastside Pathways Data Council!
Are you passionate about using data to drive meaningful change?Eastside Pathways is inviting individuals with experience in measurement, evaluation, data analysis, data science, or continuous improvement to join our Data Council — active since 2015.
As a Data Council member, you will help:

Sustain and improve Eastside Pathways’ data practices.
Refine specific, time-bound indicators of success for Eastside Pathways and our partner organizations.
Gather and analyze data at the population, system, school, and community levels.

This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with others committed to improving outcomes across East King County through data-driven strategies.
Interested?Contact Payton at payton@eastsidepathways.org to learn more or express your interest!

High School and Beyond Collaborative Action Network (CAN)
2025-12-18 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-11-20 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-10-16 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
The High School and Beyond CAN aims to support pathways of youth aged 17-26 in East King County. This will include high school, post-secondary enrollment, post-secondary completion, and career pathways. By focusing on the youth who are furthest from justice, the CAN will examine relevant indicators and develop effective strategies to turn theoretical equitable outcomes into tangible results.
Currently, on a primarily virtual schedule. All meetings will be different so please aim to be present at 15-20hrs worth in the calendar year. We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 12pm-1:30pm. Most meetings are held virtually and select meetings are in-person based on Participant selection.
Please contact angela@eastsidepathways.org if you are interested in joining this Collaborative Action Network.

Get Your College On
2025-12-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Kirkland Teen Union Building, 348 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA, 98033, United States
Your College Adventure Awaits You!
Get the culturally responsive post-secondary planning you and your family needs to be prepared. Join us for an engaging and informative workshop lead by phenomenal alumni from local schools and industry experts. This is a language accessible program, request support upon registration!

College exploration
Preparedness
Alumni panels
College/university leadership,
and industry experts.

This event is brought to you in partnership by the Pizza with a Purpose partners:

Eastside Youth Coalition
Africans on the Eastside
Vitaes
Root of Us
Big Brothers Big Sisters
City of Kirkland
Eastside Pathways

Date: December 17, 2025 6:30-8:00PM
Location: Kirkland Teen Union Building | 348 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland WA 98033
Purpose: Empower teens and their families with resources and guidance to navigate the college journey in a fun, supportive environment.
Additional Info:

Translation services available upon request
Refreshments provided

Don’t miss this chance to get your questions answered and connect with peers who share your goals!

Policy Advocacy Taskforce Meeting
2025-12-16 11:00 - 12:30 | https://zoom.us/j/97095887074
Eastside Pathways Policy Advocacy Taskforce Meeting
Join us for a collaborative session focused on advancing policies that support equitable education and youth development across the Eastside community. The Policy Advocacy Taskforce brings together partners to identify priority issues, share insights, and develop strategies for collective advocacy.
What to Expect:

Updates on current policy initiatives impacting children and families
Discussion of emerging legislative opportunities and challenges
Action planning for coordinated advocacy efforts

Who Should Attend:
Community partners, educators, nonprofit leaders, and stakeholders committed to improving outcomes for children and youth through policy change.
Goal:
To align efforts and amplify our collective voice in shaping policies that foster equity and opportunity for every child.
Date: December 16, 2025
Location: Virtual

4th Annual Racial Equity Gathering
2025-12-12 12:00 - 15:00
Location: TBD East King County – details forthcoming
Event Description:
On Friday, December 12, 2025, from 12–3 PM, Eastside Pathways will host our 4th Annual Racial Equity Gathering: Persistence and Purpose. This culminating event will bring together nonprofit partners, educators, families, and community leaders to celebrate and strengthen racial equity and DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) efforts across East King County.
At a time when equity and justice are under threat, we remain steadfast in “Helping the Helpers”—those committed to advancing this work across sectors. The Racial Equity Gathering will celebrate cross-sector progress, highlight stories of persistence and purpose, and provide space for reflection on our collective racial equity journey.
By uplifting community voice, honoring BIPOC leadership, and recommitting to the EPEP, this Racial Equity Gathering strengthens our shared purpose and galvanizes action toward an equitable future where all youth and families thrive.
Who should attend?
Nonprofit partners, educators, government and civic leaders, families, youth, advocates, and all community members dedicated to advancing racial equity and justice in East King County and beyond.
If in person, is food provided?
Yes, light refreshments and lunch will be provided.
Parking instructions/directions:
Parking and transportation details will be shared once the location is confirmed. We encourage carpooling and public transit when possible.
Cost:
Free to attend.

Well-Being and Mental Health Collaborative Action Network (CAN)
2025-12-11 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-13 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
The Well-Being and Mental Health CAN is committed to improving the mental health and well-being of youth from birth to age 26 in East King County, focusing on those furthest from justice. Using collective impact and data-driven strategies, we will create a unified approach to address the mental health needs of young people.
Currently, on a primarily virtual schedule. All meetings will be different so please aim to be present at 15-20hrs worth in the calendar year. We meet on the 2nd Friday of the month from 10am-11:30am. Most meetings are held virtually and select meetings are in-person based on Participant selection.
Please contact angela@eastsidepathways.org if you are interested in joining this Collaborative Action Network.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/94800518447?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 948 0051 8447
Passcode: [REDACTED]

December EP101 2025
2025-12-05 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
Purpose: Our goal is for you to understand Eastside Pathways and feel empowered to contribute. We’ll introduce our team and show you how to partner with us.
You should attend EP101 if you are….

a service provider for children, youth, young adults from ages 0-26 in East King County.
new to your role in an organization that partners with Eastside Pathways.
a parent/caregiver or representative from the community who wants to connect and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to improve equitable outcomes for youth.
a BIPOC looking for collective healing, affinity spaces.
an individual working or living in East King County and looking for resources and fellowship to advance in your racial equity journey.
a long term associate of Eastside Pathways, looking to reengage.
a young person in the community, looking to help local organizations inform decisions that reduce harm.

Lunch & Learn: Transcreation in Communications
2025-12-04 12:00 - 13:30 | https://eastsidepathways.org/calendar/lunch-learn-transcreation-in-communications/
Lunch & Learn Series
Equity in Communications

Date & Time:
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 12:00–1:30 PM

Location: Virtual

Event Description:
Join us for a focused session on Transcreation in Communications. Learn what transcreation is, how it differs from translation, and why it’s essential for ensuring messages resonate culturally and contextually with diverse communities.

The Eastside Pathways Lunch and Learn series are designed to foster professional development and community engagement around key topics. This event includes interactive Q&A, creating an accessible space for learning and dialogue. Featuring Eastside Pathways partners and trusted messengers, the series aims to demystify complex issues—such as civic leadership and systemic change—while empowering participants to take informed action. By offering these events regularly, Eastside Pathways strengthens its mission of driving equitable outcomes for children and youth through collaboration and shared learning across East King County.

Who Should Attend:
All EP partners who engage in communication with culturally diverse communities.

Black Leadership Strategic Planning Series
2025-12-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Eastside Pathways Office | Collaboration Room, 2650 148th Ave SE, Suite 216, Bellevue, WA, 98007, United States
3rd 2025–2026 Strategic Planning Session: Black-Serving & Black-Identifying Leadership

Date & Time:
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Location:
Eastside Pathways Office
2650 148th Ave SE, Suite 216
Bellevue, WA 98007

Event Description:

This session will bring together Black-serving and Black-identifying leaders to stay informed and aligned on how we are collectively supporting Black/African identifying youth this school year. The focus will be on sharing updates, reflecting on current capacities, and naming the ways our existing efforts are ensuring that youth are being served well. Rather than developing new initiatives, this discussion will center on alignment, communication, and confidence in the collective impact of our ongoing work.

Who should attend?:
Black-serving and Black-identifying leaders, educators, and community partners supporting Black youth.

If in person, is food provided?:
Yes, light refreshments will be provided.

Parking instructions/directions:
Free parking is available in the main lot

Racial Equity Collaborative Action Network (CAN)
2025-11-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Eastside Pathways Office | Collaboration Room, 2650 148th Ave SE, Suite 216, Bellevue, WA, 98007, United States
The Racial Equity Collaborative Action Network (CAN) is an opportunity to develop collaborative strategies and create impactful opportunities to advance racial equity for our youth from cradle to career. The Racial Equity Collaborative Action Network marks the continued effort to move the needle on racial equity, particularly focusing on the youth in East King County. By attending, you’ll gain valuable insights, practical strategies, and a network of allies committed to creating a more equitable future. The Racial Equity Collaborative Action Network is a two-year cycle dedicated to creative problem-solving through the collective impact modality.
Currently, on a quarterly -hybrid schedule, all meetings will be different so please aim to be present at 15-20hrs worth in the calendar year. We meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 2 pm – 4 pm– three meetings in person with the fourth meeting held virtually.
Please contact aliyanda@eastsidepathways.org if you are interested in joining this Collaborative Action Network.
Virtual sessions (Zoom link below)

Nov 20th 2024
Apr 23rd 2025

Break:

December 2024
July & August 2025,
December 2025

2026 dates added at later time.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/99574890365?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 995 7489 0365
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Finance and Operations Foundations for Small and Emerging Organizations
2025-11-19 11:00 - 13:00
Sign up to join this invaluable workshop.
Goals:
Provide practical advice and concrete steps in administration, finance, and human resources.
Equip attendees with topical links, templates, and tools to strengthen organizational foundations.
Ensure participants leave confident in their ability to assess compliance, improve operations, and guide decision-making.
Learning Outcomes:
Increased knowledge of the basics in Administration, Finance, and HR.
Ability to assess organizational sufficiency for compliance and effectiveness.
Access to resources to implement or strengthen practices in these areas.
Learning Plan & Engagement:
PowerPoint presentation covering administration, finance, and HR.
Hands-on icebreaker.
Written assessment handout.
Multiple take-home handouts.
Videos to reinforce key points.
Zoom meeting link will be emailed to you when you register.

2025 All-Partner Meeting x Gratitude Gathering
2025-11-14 11:30 - 15:00 | Redmond Senior & Community Center, 8703 160th Ave NE, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Event name:2025 All-Partner Meeting x Gratitude Gathering
Date & Time:Friday, November 14, 202511:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Location:Redmond Senior and Community Center (The Red Oak Community Room)
Address: 8703 160th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052
Event Description:The 2025 All-Partner Meeting x Gratitude Gathering will bring Eastside Pathways partners and community leaders together to connect, reflect, and celebrate. This gathering combines our annual All-Partner Meeting—where we align on shared goals, address barriers to educational justice, and uplift community voices—with our year-end Gratitude Gathering, a time to pause, appreciate, and honor the collective work of the Partnership.
Together, we will reflect on the impact of the past year, share updates on strategies for systemic change, and celebrate the community power that drives our progress. This is both a space to strategize and align, and a moment to express gratitude for the relationships and partnerships that sustain our movement.
Key Outcomes:

Connect with fellow partners and community leaders.
Reflect on the year’s progress and highlight collective impact.
Celebrate our shared commitment to equity and inclusion.
Look ahead to 2026 with renewed energy and alignment.

Who should attend?All Eastside Pathways partners, Community members, Donors, Board & Council Members
Parking:

Primary Parking: Municipal Campus, adjacent to the north entrance of the facility
Additional Parking: Parking garage at 8711 160th Ave NE (first and last floors reserved for visitors)
Map: Municipal Campus Parking
Public transit options:

Bus lines to Redmond Senior and Community Center

B LINE, Downtown Redmond Station Crossroads
542, Redmond – University District
545, Redmond – Seattle
930, Kingsgate P&R – Redmond Town Center
223, Eastgate P&R Lake Hills
250, Bellevue Transit Center

POC Affinity Space
2025-11-07 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-10-03 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Join us for the People of Color- POC Affinity Space, held on the first Friday of every month from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. This virtual meeting offers a liberating and anonymous space for individuals who identify as Black, African, Native American/Indigenous, Hispanic/Latine/Afro-Latinx, Biracial/Multiracial, Caribbean, Asian Pacific Islander, South, and Southeast Asian. Together, we focus on unpacking lived experiences, collective healing, and shaping a culture that embraces and integrates diverse norms beyond the dominant cultural expectations.
This is a space to connect, support, and empower each other.
If you are interested in joining, please reach out to Aliyanda@eastsidepathways.org or Angela@eastsidepathways.org.

November EP101 2025
2025-11-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual

Strategic Cuts & Mutual Aid Taskforce 3
2025-10-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Friends of Youth, 13116 NE 132nd St, Kirkland, WA, 98034, United States
Event Name: Strategic Cuts & Mutual Aid Taskforce – Session 3
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Friends of Youth (13116 NE 132nd St, Kirkland, WA, 98034, US)
Who should attend?: Executives, Invite Only
Snacks provided
Parking instructions/directions: Parking on campus is limited. Recommend parking at the park across the street and using the stoplight crosswalk for safe access.

More info: In East King County, Eastside Pathways Partners are leveraging executive leadership to participate in a series of meetings aimed at making cross-organizational cuts and providing mutual aid to support children and youth. Together we will focus on safeguarding and strengthening the hyper-local network to ensure the well-being of the community. These rapid meetings are crucial in addressing the ripple effects of funding and policy changes that directly impact the lives of children and youth, showing a commitment to proactive and collaborative solutions in the community.
This short series of meetings is being hosted and supported by Eastside Pathways partners.

Policy & Advocacy Task Force
2025-10-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Policy & Advocacy Task Force
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Location: Virtual (zoom info posted below)
Join us for the Eastside Pathways Policy & Advocacy Task Force, a dedicated effort to amplify and empower Eastside Pathways partners and the East King County community in shaping impactful policy and advocacy efforts.
Who can join? Anyone interested in Policy!
Task Force Goals:

Identifying key stakeholders within and beyond Eastside Pathways Partnership with the will, experience and/or, connections to move the work as necessary.
Using data to determine what the community sees as the most important areas of concern.
Understand the policy level (municipal, county, state, federal) and sectors/issues where Eastside Pathways should invest time in (for now).
Setting a common policy agenda for the Partnership that embodies some or all the current outcome areas (racial equity, mental health and wellbeing, early learning, high school graduation, post-secondary success, employment).
Creating decision rules to determine what policies are most important.
Understanding and addressing the gap between policy passage and policy implementation.

This session will set the foundation for a collaborative and strategic approach to advocacy. We invite all partners interested in shaping policy efforts that drive systemic change.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/98197971874?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 981 9797 1874
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Coffee and Conversations with Kalika Curry
2025-10-28 11:00 - 12:00 | The Cottage | Bistro, 10029 NE 183rd St, Bothell, WA, 98011, United States
Event name: Coffee and Conversations with Kalika Curry
Date & Time: 10/28/2025; 11:00am-12:00pm
Location: The Cottage
Address: 10029 NE 183rd St, Bothell, WA

Event Overview
Join us for a special conversation with Kalika Curry, Executive Director of Eastside Pathways. Kalika will share insights into the organization’s impactful work, recent achievements, and future goals. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, gain a deeper understanding of Eastside Pathways’ programs and funding needs, and explore ways to support its mission.
Who Should Attend?
Donors, supporters, and advocates of Eastside Pathways

Coffee and light breakfast items Provided
Parking is available in the lot, on nearby streets, and in free covered parking directly across the street at City Hall.
Please avoid parking spaces reserved for other businesses.

We look forward to seeing you there!

2025–2026 Strategic Planning Session 2: Black-Serving & Black-Identifying Leadership
2025-10-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Orbach Residence, 349 NW 89th Street, Seattle, WA, United States
2025–2026 Strategic Planning Session 2: Black-Serving & Black-Identifying LeadershipDate & Time: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Empowering Connection (349 NW 89th Street, Seattle, WA)
Event Description:This in-person session is an intentional space to shape how we, as Black and African-descended people, collaborate during this era of underground movement building. The session is focused on strategizing for the 2025–2026 school year with Black-identifying and Black-serving leadership. Together, we’ll build relationships, define shared culture, and align around emergent needs and possibilities.
Core outcomes of this session include naming Eldership and understanding the Landscape we’re navigating.
Who should attend?Black-identifying and Black-serving leadership across East King County.*Invitation only, Tickets limited*
Food:Refreshments will be provided.
Parking Instructions:

Plenty of street parking is available.
If parking on 6th Ave, look for a driveway/lane halfway down the block. Walk up the lane past the tiny house (on the left) and bright green car. A passageway with metal stairs leads directly to the workshop entrance.
If parking on 89th Street, take the side path to the wooden gate. Enter the yard and follow the garden path to the separate building behind the house where the meeting will be held.

Cost:No cost to Eastside Pathways Partners or those included in the EP Partner Agreement.

Strategic Cuts & Mutual Aid Taskforce 2
2025-09-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Rainier Athletes, 3120 139th Ave SE (Sunset North, Building 5, 5th Floor), Bellevue, WA, 98005, United States
Event Name: Strategic Cuts & Mutual Aid Taskforce – Session 2
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 30th, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Rainier Athletes (Sunset North, Building 5, WeWork)
Address: 3120 139th Ave S, 5th Floor, Bellevue WA 98005
Who should attend?: Executives, Invite Only
Snacks provided
Parking instructions/directions: Parking garage visitor entrance is located here (enter on 139th Ave SE). Parking tickets are required to enter the building. We will provide validation stickers at check in, please add them to the parking ticket prior to departing the building.

More info: In East King County, Eastside Pathways Partners are leveraging executive leadership to participate in a series of meetings aimed at making cross-organizational cuts and providing mutual aid to support children and youth. Together we will focus on safeguarding and strengthening the hyper-local network to ensure the well-being of the community. These rapid meetings are crucial in addressing the ripple effects of funding and policy changes that directly impact the lives of children and youth, showing a commitment to proactive and collaborative solutions in the community.
This short series of meetings is being hosted and supported by Eastside Pathways partners.
