NOT YOUR USUAL
HUMANITARIAN AWARDS
THEY DID SOMETHING GALA 2019
The Humanitarian Awards celebrates unsung heroes who work to make the institutions and organizations they support more inclusive and equitable everyday. These are individuals who have made a true change in their communities or businesses without fanfare or desire for public recognition. In 2018, we had 4 honorees for our inaugural event. You may know them but since they are “unsung and working behind the scenes of Seattle DEI” maybe not. We will share their amazing stories of heartfelt desire for change.
OUR HONOREES
Kirk Mead Principal, Founder at The Carrington Group is the Frederick Douglass of Seattle Washington
Shileah Corey Founder of Ballyhoo Theatre has created a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ youth, building on a foundation of love and acceptance
Enrique Cerna Multi-Media Producer has promoted DEI (Diversity Equity and Inclusion) in the media for decades so we authentically see our Seattle Communities
Sharelle Klaus CEO/Founder at Dry Soda Co. businesswoman role-model extraordinaire kicking it out as a “relentless b*tch” proudly for the next generation
HEARTFELT THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
