Community News
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CA violated Title IX over transgender athletes, U.S. Education Department says
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 The U.S. Department of Education says that California violated Title IX by allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls sports. Federal officials are giving California’s Department of Education and the California Interscholastic Federation 10 days to change their practices, or risk legal action from the U.S. Department of Justice. U.S. Education…
Neighbors raise concern over plan to convert SJ hotel to homeless shelter for women and children
By Lauren Martinez Tuesday, June 17, 2025 SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) — Plans are moving forward to convert a boutique hotel into a homeless shelter for women and children. The Bristol Hotel is in San Jose, but directly behind it is considered Campbell. Lynne Ferguson and her neighbors are Campbell residents. “The problem being is that…
Sweeps near San Jose’s largest homeless encampment begins, will run through summer
By Dustin Dorsey Monday, June 16, 2025 SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) — The city of San Jose began a large-scale encampment sweep along the Guadalupe River Trail that will kick off several weeks of sweeps this summer. It’s in the area off of Taylor Street, near the city’s largest homeless encampment at Columbus Park, where the…
Racist game, article from 1940 included in Bay Area elementary school yearbook
Parents at Oakland’s Montclair Elementary School are outraged after a racist 1940 article, including a game, wound up in the school’s yearbook. By Dan Noyes Monday, June 2, 2025 OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) — Parents at an East Bay elementary are having some difficult conversations with their children Monday night after a very racist expression wound up…
CA superintendent defends transgender athlete inclusion in school sports
California State Superintendent Tony Thurmond is defending the state’s inclusion of transgender athletes in public school sports. By Monica Madden Wednesday, June 4, 2025 SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — California’s public schools could face legal consequences if transgender student athletes continue competing on teams that align with their gender identity, according to a Monday memo from the U.S. Department…
Outrage after North Bay school district cancels contracts for Black student program leaders
A heated board meeting ended with the Tamalpais Union High School District voting against a plan to fund the Black Student Success Support Team. By J.R. Stone Wednesday, June 4, 2025 LARKSPUR, Calif. (KGO) — A heated school board meeting in the North Bay has ended with the Tamalpais Union High School District voting against a…
Local Organizations
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We need clean land, clean water, clean air, and reparations for all colonized and oppressed peoples on the planet. Black and Indigenous Women, non-binary, trans, and queer folks are the leaders of the movement for food sovereignty and must be centered and uplifted in order to achieve true and absolute liberation.
Color Of Change is the nation’s largest online racial justice organization.
We help people respond effectively to injustice in the world around us. As a national online force driven by 7 million members, we move decision-makers in corporations and government to create a more human and less hostile world for Black people in America.
Black Organizing Project
The Black Organizing Project is a grassroots organization in Oakland working on issues of racial, social, and economic justice
People's Kitchen Collective
People’s Kitchen Collective is a food-centered, Oakland-based political education project offering educational workshops, exhibitions, and community dining events to discuss social justice issues.
East Oakland Collective
The East Oakland Collective (EOC) is a member-based community organizing group invested in serving the communities of deep East Oakland by working towards racial and economic equity. They are also currently collecting money to bail out protesters and bringing meals to those on the front lines of protesting.
OCCUR
OCCUR is a community capacity building organization supporting the economic development and civic inclusion of marginalized communities.
Ella Baker Center
Ella Baker Center is a grassroots organization in Oakland that focuses on shifting resources away from incarceration and punishment toward opportunities.
La Cocina
La Cocina is a nonprofit working to solve problems of equity in business ownership for women, immigrants, and people of color. They are also currently raising money for a COVID-19 relief fund to help business born out of their program.
Mandela Grocery Cooperative
Mandela Grocery Cooperative is a worker-owned grocery store located in West Oakland working to strengthen and diversify the local economy. They source from local entrepreneurs and farmers in California with a focus on black and brown farmers and food makers. Their Karma Jar fund helps people in need purchase food.
Cycles of Change
Oakland-based creates healthier East Bay communities by helping youth and adults gain tools for more environmentally and economically sustainable living through school-based bicycle education, job training, watershed education, and community earn-a-bike programs. By exploring our neighborhoods and beyond on bicycles, we are more connected to the people and the land that sustain us.
Upcoming Events
Beats + Ballots
Beats & Ballots is a dynamic community event that combines music, culture, and civic engagement. This event provides a platform for young people to come together, celebrate local talent, and engage in discussions around the importance of voting and participating in the democratic process. Attendees can enjoy live performances, learn about voter rights, and take…
Opal’s Walk for Freedom
On Thursday, June 19th, Dr. Opal Lee will complete her annual 2.5-mile walk to recognize the 2.5 years it took for the news and enforcement of freedom to reach the enslaved people in Texas. Now a national holiday, Juneteenth celebrates the freedom gained when slavery was abolished all across the country. Unity Unlimited and Ms.…
Empowered – A Day of Healing and Resources
Empowered is an event designed to connect crime survivors with vital resources and support their healing journey. Hosted by the Collin County Crime Victims Council in partnership with the Plano Police Victim Services Unit, this event aims to empower survivors and help them thrive. Enjoy food from the CUTX Food Truck (3:30 PM – 5:00…
A Social Justice Impact Celebration
Join LoveJustice for an unforgettable evening at the LoveJustice Social Justice Impact Celebration, a prestigious awards dinner dedicated to honoring North Texas’ changemakers and advancing social justice efforts.
Actress and activist Diane Guerrero to speak at CU Boulder April 10
The Cultural Events Board (CEB) is proud to welcome Diane Guerrero—acclaimed actress, author and activist—as this year’s keynote speaker. Guerrero, best known for her roles in “Orange is the New Black” and “Doom Patrol,” has become a leading voice in the national conversation on immigration and social justice. Guerrero will speak at CU Boulder this…
Chicago Homeless Outreach Packing Day Every 3rd Friday of the Month
Assemble essential care packages for individuals experiencing homelessness. During this event, volunteers will work together to pack bags filled with toiletries, blankets, socks, hygiene products, and other necessary goods. These packages will then be distributed to our friends on the street the following day. No prior experience is needed; bring friends/family, supplies to donate, and…
Local Hero Spotlight
Members can nominate a local hero for recognition on their local LoveJustice.com city page!
Anyone and everyone can make an impact, and at LoveJustice we believe that they deserve to be recognized for their good, necessary work!
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