Seattle Seahawks Social Justice
Seahawks Social Justice
The Seahawks continue their commitment to fight for racial equity and justice within our workplace and our community. We will address inequities in the Black community, tackle systemic racism, remove barriers, and provide access and opportunities for all people of color in the communities we serve.
Racial Equity & Justice Commitments
Invest In Economic Stability
We improve our equity among diverse suppliers, with an emphasis on Black small businesses. We're proud to support nonprofits focused on advancing racial equity through charitable cash donations.
Foster An Inclusive Culture
We increase and retain Black representation throughout all levels of our organization: forming a racial equity and social justice committee comprised of players, legends, coaches, and leadership. We implement mentorship and leadership opportunities for all Black employees.
Combat Racism Through Education and Awareness
We engage employees in anti-racism training and amplify Black voices through our partnerships. We lead crucial conversations related to racial equity internally, and participate in an annual day of service dedicated to giving back to the Black community.
News & Galleries
Featured Programs
12s Vote
The Seahawks understand voting is one of the best ways to make your voice heard. Register to vote, stay educated about what is on the ballot, get to know who is in key positions of power in your community, and most importantly, ensured you're registered and VOTE.
Inspire Change
Inspire Change is a program created to recognize & strengthen Social Justice efforts within each NFL team market. Social Justice efforts are a year-round focus for the Seahawks in a commitment to address inequities and work to tackle systemic racism, remove barriers, and provide greater access and opportunities for all people of color.
Changemaker Award
Each year, the Seahawks will spotlight an exceptional individual from the Seattle community and honor their work in the Social Justice space with the Inspire Change Changemaker Award. In 2023, our winner was Dr. Mia Williams: Executive Director of The Office of African American Male Achievement in the Superintendent Office.
Youth Achievement Center
The Youth Achievement Center (YAC) is a housing-first and programming center for South Seattle youth who need a safe and supportive place to call home. YAC will offer more than 45,000 square feet of housing and services to more than 100 young people. Learn more or donate below.
Community Partners
FareStart
FareStart transforms lives, disrupts poverty and nourishes communities through food, life skills and job training.
Creative Justice
Creative Justice builds community with youth most impacted by the school-to-prison-(to-deportation) pipeline. Participants and mentor artists work together to examine the root causes of incarceration, like systemic racism and other forms of oppression, creating art that articulates the power and potential of our communities.
Choose 180
Choose 180 transforms systems of injustice and supports the young people who are too often impacted by these systems
Community Passageways
Community Passageways creates alternatives to incarceration for youth and young adults by rebuilding our communities through committed relationships centered on love, compassion, and consistency.