Posts by Sam Domingo
CFJ Youth Leader Camron Advocates for Long Beach
Growing up in the South Wrigley District in Long Beach, Californians For Justice Youth Leader Camron knew he wanted better for himself and his community. “It’s a place that I didn’t wanna stay,” said Camron. “It inspired me to try to do my best, even if my peers didn’t believe in me.” Though he initially…
Read More ...Celebrating 25 Years of SYLA Across California
Each year, Californians for Justice offices across the state transform into the Summer Youth Leadership Academy (SYLA). This intensive 5-week program focuses on political education, public speaking, organizing tactics, and campaign work. What started as neighborhood canvassing and local word-of-mouth recruitment in our Bay Area regions has expanded greatly. Today, SYLA spans four regions across…
Read More ...Student Spotlight: The Legacy and Future of CFJ Core Intern Ariel
After three and a half years with Californians for Justice, core intern Ariel is ready for the next phase of her life. Raised by her grandparents, the values of community strength were instilled in Ariel at a young age. Her grandparents, her grandma from Arkansas and her grandpa from Mississippi, brought with them southern values,…
Read More ...Fresno team organizes to address students’ mental health crisis
The Californians for Justice team in Fresno organized a Student Wellness Fair on May 15th at Farber Educational Campus. The event, sponsored by local community organizations Chicano Youth Center and Maarte, focused on fostering connection and ensuring our students and communities have access to wellness resources offered in Fresno. The Fresno team, including youth, organizers,…
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