After a wonderful blessing from Duwamish tribe chair Cecile Hansen, the event has officially begun. After the blessing, we were greeted by a panel of several multi-talented, successful, and strong women, including Kibibi Monie, Julie C, Ixtlixochitl Salinas-Whitehawk, and Black Mama who were asked a myriad of questions, including how women can take their place within the rapidly-changing city of Seattle. All of the panelists agreed that women need to make a place for themselves and that it will be a hard fought battle, but the results will be well worth it. All four of the panelists gave their perspectives on how women can thrive in the city through the lens of art, music, and working together in order to achieve a common goal.

Gavin Skaar

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