In honor of Women’s History Month, CEO Dr. Angela Griffin writes a reflection on Black women in the workforce and the systemic barriers that Black women continue to face in the workplace…. Read Full Article >
Celebrating Black Women in Leadership
In celebration of Women’s History Month in March, we had the special opportunity to sit down with several Black women leaders in Washington state doing this critical work…. Read Full Article >
February 2024 Community Convening
Our first community convening on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024 was an enlightening and productive gathering, thanks to the diverse perspectives and thoughtful insights shared by all participants…. Read Full Article >
Ms. Roberta Byrd Barr: Grandma
Granddaughters and great-grandson of Ms. Roberta Byrd Barr, our organization’s namesake, talk about how their grandmother shaped their early lives and the legacy she leaves for future generations…. Read Full Article >
An end-of-year letter from CEO Dr. Angela Griffin
As we head into the holiday season and the last days of 2023, CEO Dr. Angela Griffin reflects on her first 6 months with Byrd Barr Place…. Read Full Article >
Meet Sarah Mestanza
“In a perfect world, my job wouldn’t exist.”
It was a pleasure to sit down with Sarah Mestanza, program coordinator for the Energy Assistance Program as she reflects upon her journey to Byrd Barr Place, and the necessity of inter-community solidarity in our work towards collective liberation…. Read Full Article >
Welcome the new season at our Fall Kick-off!
All community members are invited to join us for an afternoon of free family fun. Enjoy pumpkin decorating, face painting. local food vendors are more!… Read Full Article >
Meet Tremayne Edwards
The South has something to say!
This month we sit down with Tremayne Edwards, Byrd Barr Place’s new director of operations, as he shares glimpses of his Southern upbringing, his present time in the Pacific Northwest, and his global vision for an equitable Black future…. Read Full Article >
Thriving Together: Advancing Black Wealth and Homeownership
In the United States, homeownership has been touted as one of the best ways to build generational wealth. Beyond the financial benefits, homeownership has social and emotional benefits, allowing people to feel safe, have privacy and be rooted in their community…. Read Full Article >
Meet Dr. Angela Griffin
It is our pleasure to share more about our new CEO Dr. Angela Griffin! With a deep history in social and racial justice, our new leader is committed to guiding Byrd Barr Place into the future through deep listening, community engagement and shared leadership…. Read Full Article >
