Racial Equity in Place Management

As our communities become increasingly diverse, place management organizations such as BIDs, BIAs, SBDs, EIDs, etc., are seeking to better understand the role that they can play in creating neighborhoods that are welcoming, affirming and safe for BIPOC communities. BDS Planning and long-time partner Jackie St. Louis, offer an intensive training and group process facilitation to support organizations such as the Ballard Alliance, SODO BIA, and the Alliance for Pioneer Square align their activities with principles of anti-racism and develop an equity lens to guide their future work. During the 8-session training workshops, participants reflect on the ways in which racism, bias, and inequities are inherently present – and perpetuated – in their organizations. The training workshop address the following:

• Explore the history and context of slavery and racism in the United States

• Increase each individuals’ awareness of their own biases • Increase knowledge of diversity and culture

• Promote cultural competence, accountability and individual empowerment

• Understand the importance of embedding racial equity in urban place management

• Support the development of an organization