In recent times, localities throughout the country have been grappling with ways to right the wrongs of the past. The creation of a California State Reparations Task Force and local efforts to return land to displaced communities reflect the efforts being made. Join us on February 23rd as we take a deeper look into what actions can be taken at the state and local level, and how we as housers can play a role.
We will first have a presentation by Dr. Anthony Orlando, whose new book, “Keeping Races in Their Places: The Dividing Lines That Shaped the American City” explores the lasting impacts of redlining and the potential current day solutions. We will then hear from a fantastic panel on what land reparations mean for our communities, followed by a Q+A from the audience.
Moderator:
-Kelsey Brewer, Director of Government Affairs and Policy, Jamboree Housing
Speakers:
-Dr. Anthony W. Orlando, Assistant Professor in the Finance, Real Estate, and Law Department, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
-Lisa Holder, Esq, LA Civil Rights litigator; Member of the State Task Force on Reparations
-Tara Barauskas, Executive Director, Community Corporation of Santa Monica
-Kristin McCowan, City Councilmember, Santa Monica
-Kimberly Morales Johnson, Tribal Secretary, San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians/Gabrieleno Tongva
Holiday Happy Housers Party!
Join us for an evening of festive vibes, recognition of collective wins, and end-of-year celebration at SV@Home’s Holiday Happy Housers, our annual holiday party!
Everyone’s invited, especially those who want to connect with the housing community, as we unwind, mingle, and strengthen our resilience for the work ahead.
Expect good drinks, good food, and great people.