Please join us for a Special Screening of Beyond the Bridge, a powerful documentary spotlighting innovative, community-driven solutions to homelessness, co-hosted by the Bar Association of San Francisco and United Way Bay Area.
Following the film, join fellow leaders, advocates, and changemakers for a dynamic discussion on what’s working, what’s possible, and how we can move from awareness to action. This event is an opportunity to exchange ideas, hear diverse perspectives, and connect with others who share a commitment to compassionate and effective solutions to homelessness.
DATE: Monday, September 14, 2026
TIME: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm (doors open at 5:00 pm)
LOCATION: Robertson Auditorium, UCSF Mission Bay Campus, 1675 Owens Street, San Francisco, 94158
RSVP: *Seating is limited, rsvp required.
Following the film, we’ll hear directly from the producer Don Sawyer and cinematographer Tim Hashko, then welcome a distinguished panel discussion featuring:
- Tramecia Garner, Executive Director, Swords to Plowshares
- Margot Kushel, Director, UCSF Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative
- Ora S. Prochovnick, Director of Litigation and Policy, Eviction Defense Collaborative
- Whit Guerrero, Commissioner, Homelessness Oversight Commission
- Kulvindar Rani Singh, Chief Legal Counsel, San Francisco Sheriff’s Office
- Lauren Hall, Chief Executive Officer, Delivering Innovation in Supportive Housing (DISH)
We will share insights into what San Francisco is currently doing to support people experiencing homelessness, and we’ll explore collaborative ways our community can make a difference.
No cost for attendees, thanks to our generous sponsors!
If you have questions about the event, please contact please contact Karen Nemsick, UWBA or Laura Benghal, SF Bar Association.