ADL San Diego is an organization working to fight antisemitism and bigotry of all kinds. In this action planning workshops you will have a chance to dive deeper into the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on social justice and equity issues and reflect on strategies we can use to fight hate from home in a “shelter-in-place” world.

Want to know how to make your voice heard? Join Sunrise San Diego for a discussion on how to use a visual strategy and art to amplify your message. We’ll focus on how we’re virtually organizing for a livable future in this time of climate crisis and coronavirus. Sunrise Movement San Diego is a youth movement fighting climate change and creating millions of sustainable jobs in the process.

LGBTQ+ individuals have historically faced many barriers to accessing healthcare services, which frequently results in worse health outcomes. LGBTQ+ health disparities, as with many kinds of inequality, have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. How can we engage in advocacy to help combat this discrimination in healthcare and improve access for LGBTQ+ folks?

Youth voices have shaped important social change throughout history. In November 2020, San Diegans will have the opportunity to make systemic changes that empower our communities. Two of our legislative priorities are to allocate funding for youth no-cost transit passes and the implementation of an independent community-led commission on police practices. Both measures and our action plan have been impacted by the effects of COIVD-19. Join us and learn how we continue to advocate and prioritize youth voices in the movement to bring change and equity for all communities. Our workshop will identify ways your voice and story can influence decision-makers and build power to pass meaningful legislation, even while we social distance at home.

Jewish Family Service is one of the oldest non-profit agencies in San Diego that serves people of all faiths and backgrounds. Through food distributions and resource navigation, JFS responds to unmet hunger needs in the community year-round. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have expanded our programs to serve even more individuals and families in need. In this workshop you will explore the systematic and personal complexities that affect the ability to access food, and then develop an action plan to reduce barriers and increase access to vital resources for people across our community.

Youth Will is a local youth-led, youth-centered nonprofit organization working towards creating a San Diego where every young person has the resources they need to reach their potential. Given the abrupt changes brought on by COVID-19, our work has shifted to prioritize youth needs during this crisis such as access to healthcare, food, and mental health resources. In this workshop, you will learn about our grassroots organization strategy to create venues for youth voice and help us further develop our strategy and impact.