Community engagement could save public education!
July 23, 2018 – For the first time, there will be a significant investment into community engagement in California schools. See why it matters in this video featuring Managing Attorney John [...]
Stopping charter schools from illegally excluding students
A law, AB 1360, was passed. Now we have to make sure charter schools are held accountable. Our 30 second video breaks down how you can help!
The Story of 535: Building an inclusive green economy putting #FrontlinesFirst
An UpliftCA production. Created in partnership with the California Climate Equity Coalition. Video features Public Advocates President and CEO Guillermo Mayer (starting at 3:55). “Hungry [...]
Mom urges school district to follow the law
Long Beach Unified is on track to misspend $124 million over the next three years. This money, which came from California’s groundbreaking education law, is meant to go to high-need students [...]
Remarks by Envision Transform Build East Palo Alto
With the battle for social justice raging across the country, it’s gratifying to celebrate those whose work has significantly moved communities forward. Envision-Transform-Build East Palo Alto [...]
Remarks by our 2017 Pro Bono Champions!
Remarks by the Pro Bono Champions at the Voices of Conscience Celebration.
Remarks by Fred Alvarez, Board Chair of Public Advocates
Remarks by Public Advocates Board Chair Fred Alvarez at the Voices of Conscience Celebration.