WAIDF Class of 2026 Kick-off

Friday, January 9 at 6:00 – 8:00 pm Pacific Time
Inatai Foundation, 1301 5th Ave #2600, Seattle, WA, 98101
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Celebrate the Future. Empower the Journey.

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we welcome and honor the WAIDF Fellowship Class of 2026! This is more than an event—it’s a chance to ignite possibilities and invest in the leaders of tomorrow. 

Why Attend?

- Celebrate Excellence: Meet the incredible new fellows and hear their inspiring stories.

- Make an Impact: Your ticket and generous donations directly support the WAIDF program and its mission.

- Enjoy & Connect: Savor heavy hors d’oeuvres, sip on refreshing beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks, and mingle with a vibrant community of changemakers.

Exciting News! 

We’re thrilled to welcome April Sims, President of the Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO, as our keynote speaker! A trailblazer for equity and worker rights, April is shaping national labor policy and driving historic change.

Opening remarks will begin at 6:30 p.m.

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 Getting Here

Street parking is available, but we encourage you to go green! Symphony Station is just two blocks away, and multiple bus routes make it easy to join us.

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 Your Support Matters

Every contribution helps us empower these fellows to create lasting change. Donate generously—your impact starts tonight!

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