Community Crossroads is an event that highlights the transformation of some of Seattle’s most dangerous corridors into streets that better serve the needs of the communities they pass through. Leadership from local activists has initiated the process of reimagining communities along Aurora Ave N, MLK Jr. Way S., and in the South Park neighborhood—transforming them into safer, more vibrant places for everyone.
Join Seattle Neighborhood Greenways for an evening of conversation and inspiration as community leaders share their experiences, challenges, and hopes for creating safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
What to Expect
The event will feature a panel discussion moderated by Dhyana Quintanar Solares, a global expert in urban transformation. Dhyana is a global expert in sustainable mobility, public space, and urban design, with decades of experience transforming cities in the U.S. and Mexico. She’s led large-scale projects that made streets safer, more inclusive, and vibrant, and will guide the evening’s conversation on turning dangerous streets into safe, welcoming public spaces.
Community Crossroads will provide attendees with opportunities to connect, learn, and contribute to a shared vision for the future of Seattle’s streets.
Dinner and childcare will be provided, and interpretation services are available upon request.
Featuring:
Maria Guadalupe Ramirez (Reconnect South Park Coalition)
With decades of leadership in housing and community development, Maria will reflect on dignity, safety, and how non-drivers navigate a city often built for cars.
Robin Schwartz (Duwamish River Community Coalition)
A longtime South Park resident and Concord Elementary PTA leader, Robin has organized for years to secure safety improvements along 14th Ave S. She’ll share insights from the community’s push for traffic calming and safer routes for kids.
Ayan Musse (MLK Transportation Justice)
A community organizer across housing, immigration, education, and criminal justice, Ayan will share her experience building power and resilience for Seattle’s Black and immigrant communities.
Carlo Alcantara (Aurora Reimagined Coalition)
A North Seattle resident who gets around by bike and transit, Carlo has helped bring urgent safety improvements to Aurora Ave N. He’ll share lessons on how communities can push for and win transformative change.
Event Details
Wednesday, October 8th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beacon Hill, Seattle
Centilia Cultural Center at El Centro de la Raza
Free, with optional donation.
Thanks to Our Sponsors
Thank you to Seattle Neighborhood Greenways' 2025 sponsors for helping make the Shaping Seattle series possible.
