Learn, connect, and activate around key issues shaping Seattle’s streets.
Join us for events that bring together community members, advocates, and experts to explore how we can make Seattle a safer, more sustainable, and more connected city for everyone — whether you walk, bike, roll, or take transit.
Through these events, you’ll gain practical skills, hear inspiring stories from across the city and beyond, and discover ways to take action in your neighborhood.
Through the series, attendees will have the chance to get informed about best practices, learn from other peer cities, and discover ways to mobilize around campaigns to improve our city.
SNG Volunteer Organizing Symposium
Saturday, May 17, 2025
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Seattle Central College
Free (optional donation) | Childcare provided | Lunch provided
This event is designed to build skills, share knowledge, and inspire action to make Seattle’s streets safer and more welcoming. Whether you're a longtime advocate or just getting started, there will be valuable takeaways for all.
Symposium schedule
9:45 AM - Doors open
10:00 AM - Opening Session with Caffe Vita coffee and Westman's bagels, including gluten-free options
10:30 AM - Workshop Session One (choose one)
- Organizing 101: How to Build People Power
- Business Outreach: Cultivating Allies and Mitigating Concerns
- Understanding Seattle Street Design: Why Streets Work (or Don’t)
11:15 AM - Break 11:30 AM - Workshop Session Two (choose one)
- From Idea to Asphalt: How to Influence an SDOT Project
- Tactical Urbanism and Placemaking: Small actions, big impact!
- City Government 101: How Decisions Get Made in Seattle
12:15 PM - Community Lunch from BB's Teriyaki Grill, with chicken, pork, and tofu options
1:00 PM - Closing
Getting there
The Broadway Edison Building at Seattle Central College is located at 1701 Broadway, directly on the Broadway protected bike lane. It is two blocks south of the Capitol Hill light rail station and streetcar and is directly served by multiple Metro routes, including 9, 11, 49, and 60. See more transportation options and bike parking information. Enter the Broadway Edison Building using the south entrance from the plaza in front of the Broadway Performance Hall.
Additional information and services
- Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible, with wide aisles. Space will be reserved near outlets or extension cords for participants bringing their own laptops for captioning. Large-print materials will be available. The venue has all-gender restrooms.
- Childcare: Childcare will be available, and is intended for kids ages 3-11. If you have not already requested childcare, please reply with the number and ages of the kids you are bringing.
- Public health: Masks are strongly encouraged when not eating or drinking, and will be available at the venue. We ask all attendees to follow King County Public Health guidelines and stay home if sick.
- Photography: Event staff and volunteers will be taking photos and recording during the event. If you wish not to be photographed, please let us know prior to the event or notify us when you check in.
- Additional info: Select portions of the program will be recorded for online viewing after the event. Sorry, no livestream will be available.
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