Caregivers with the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program and SEIU Local 2015, joined by Dolores Huerta, local veterans, faith leaders, and social justice groups, shut down the county’s regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 20th, 2019. The demonstrators called on the Board of Supervisors to represent and protect the needs of thousands of caregivers and their constituents. Dolores Huerta was arrested, along with seven other demonstrators, at the Fresno County Board of Supervisors while calling for a living wage for caregivers.
Dolores stated, “In-home caregivers haven’t received a decent wage increase in over 10 years. Meanwhile, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors have given themselves a hefty salary increase. I decided to get arrested because I’m angry about the way home care workers are being treated. I was appalled by the way the sheriffs were mistreating Arnulfo De La Cruz, Executive Vice President of SEIU Local 2015. He was standing there peacefully when they grabbed him by the neck. The sheriffs were behaving in a brutish and aggressive manner in response to our peaceful protest. I am proud to stand with the over 17,000 support caregivers and their care recipients. These workers save the county upwards of $50,000 a year in providing services to the county’s elderly and differently-abled. They deserve a living wage! Si Se Puede!”
What are you up to this weekend, Los Angeles? Come to YOLA MEZCAL‘s YOLA DÍA this SUNDAY to soak up some sun and bask in the glow of feminist art, performances and opportunities for action.
Yola Dia will highlight inspiring women across different industries—featuring a unique lineup of female musicians, artists, chefs and activists. $1 from every ticket sold will benefit the Downtown Women’s Center, exclusively serving and empowering women experiencing homelessness and formerly homeless women.
Join Dolores Huerta Foundation, First and Always Melanin (FAAM) and Women’s March Kern County, Faith in the Valley with other local civil rights organizations and community members at a press conference to address the importance of creating policies that support education and mental health in order to combat violence and discrimination which disproportionately targets communities of color and the LGBTQ+ community.
Thursday, August 8th, 2019
10:30 am
Congressman Kevin McCarthy’s Office
4100 Empire Dr #150
Bakersfield, CA 93309
In the aftermath of two mass shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, Rep. Kevin McCarthy of California’s 23rd congressional district blamed the shootings on video games that “dehumanize individuals” and encourage violence. Research shows there is no correlation between video-game revenue and the number of violent gun deaths.* In fact, the U.S. is the third-leading country in video-game revenue per person, behind Japan and South Korea. Yet, the U.S. has more than four-times the amount of violent gun deaths than the other top nine countries in video-game revenue combined.
We believe the issue is not rooted in video-games but instead stems from white supremacy, racism, and lack of education touted by elected officials such as Rep. McCarthy and President Trump. We are calling on legislators to end gun violence and build safer communities by taking action to pass gun reform laws and implement policies that will save lives by banning assault weapons and requiring universal background checks.
* According to information cross-referencing data provided by both the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation and NewZoo there is no correlation between video-game revenue per person and the number of violent gun deaths per 100,000 people.
ORGANIZATIONS The Dolores Huerta Foundation is a 501 (c)3 organization whose mission is to inspire and organize communities to build volunteer organizations empowered to pursue social justice. The foundation organizes at the grassroots level developing natural leaders by establishing Vecinos Unidos (“United Neighbors”) chapters in Kern, Tulare, and Fresno county. We create leadership opportunities for community organizing, leadership development, and civic engagement. Vecinos Unidos chapters work on policy advocacy in health and environment as well as education and youth development. Learn more about the Dolores Huerta Foundation at www.doloreshuerta.org.
Women’s March Kern County has oriented our mission of harnessing the power of diverse women and our communities toward creating transformative social change. We believe our diversity makes us stronger, and that working together sparks change. Women’s March Kern County is committed to pressing forward toward the vision of equity for all. We do not tolerate hate speech, bigotry, white supremacy, racism, misogyny, anti-Semitism, homophobia, islamophobia, transphobia, or any other form of hatred and division.
First And Always Melanin (FAAM) is a grassroots organization set to unite people of indigenous Afrikan origin. We seek to preserve the life of black people in Bakersfield, CA through activism, holistic health, knowledge of self, unity, cooperative sustainable economics, education, and by implementing programs that improve the community’s quality of life. Our main goal is to rebuild the black familial structure and to restore self-love among people of the indigenous Afrikan diaspora.
Faith in the Valley is a new city-, county- and Valley-wide organizing effort comprised of five multiracial, multi-faith PICO federations that are consolidating into one regional organization, building on their work over the past 15 years in five counties: Fresno, Merced, Kern, Stanislaus and San Joaquin. As an anchor member of PICO California, our mission is to unlock the power of people to put faith into action in the public square, and to advance a movement for racial justice and health equity. We seek to build relational power, lift up a new narrative about the lives of people of color, and drive civic engagement efforts that move our community priorities forward. The following are our core campaigns.
Join us for the opening of an incredible exhibit that tells the story that helped define the American experience: the farm workers labor movement of the 1960s and 1970s. The show draws on extensive Smithsonian curatorial research about legendary activist Dolores Huerta.
Huerta will be present as we celebrate her and her efforts in shaping the American experience. Enjoy a glass of wine and light appetizers as you explore the exhibition and listen to a special music & poetry tribute to Dolores.
Dolores Huerta: Revolution in the Fields / Revolución en los Campos tells one of the compelling stories that helped define the American experience—the farm workers labor movement of the 1960s and 1970s. The show draws on extensive Smithsonian curatorial research about legendary activist Dolores Huerta (b.1930).
This exhibition explores Huerta’s public life as an activist, and also examines her life as a teacher, mother, communicator, organizer, lobbyist, and contract negotiator. The show reveals the multi-ethnic aspects of the labor movement story, including the important participation of Filipinos and African Americans.
The farm workers movement of the 1960s and 1970s advanced the cause of laborers, many of whom were Mexican American and who had been working and living in dire conditions. Its charismatic leader, César Chávez, has rightfully earned a place in American history. The exhibition will broaden the understanding of this movement through a careful look at the under-acknowledged contributions of Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the union, lobbyist, and contract negotiator on its behalf.
This exhibition features bilingual text (English-Spanish), reproductions of historic and personal photographs and documents, along with protest art from the farm workers’ movement.
DOWNLOAD THE DOLORES HUERTA APP
The Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) is proud to share the Dolores Huerta bilingual mobile app, designed to accompany the traveling exhibition Dolores Huerta: Revolution in the Fields/Revolución en los Campos. It features 16 videos of Dolores Huerta discussing her lifetime of fighting for the rights of farm workers.
To enhance your visit to this exhibition, we suggest visitors download the app before arriving to the museum. Guests can download the free app for IOS and Android. Search “Dolores Huerta” in the app store or on Google Play for Android.
LEARN MORE ABOUT DOLORES
Explore our YouTube playlist to learn more about legendary Latina activist Dolores Huerta.
Image Caption: Top right: Dolores Huerta leads supporters of the United Farm Workers (UFW) in an unidentified march, early 1970s. Unidentified photographer. Walter P. Reuther Library, Archives of Labor and Urban Affairs, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
Dolores Huerta: Revolution in the Fields / Revolución en los Campos is organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. This exhibition received federal support from the Latino Initiatives Pool, administered by the Smithsonian Latino Center.
Every ten years, after the federal census, California must re-establish the boundaries of its Congressional, State Senate, State Assembly, and State Board of Equalization districts to reflect new population data and shifting populations. The Voters FIRST Act gave this power to California citizens ensuring that new and fair political boundaries are drawn without special interests, politics and political influence.
This is your chance to become a part of creating fair and transparent district boundaries that serve the best interests of the people of California. You can help ensure fair representation for all Californians and make sure your community’s voice is heard. If you have a passion for civic engagement, apply to become one of 14 new 2020 commissioners.
California citizens who are eligible may submit an online application to the California State Auditor’s Office during the initial 60-day application period from June 10, 2019, to August 9, 2019.
According to the California State Auditor, of the 6,700 initial applications submitted as of July 22, 2019, here is a breakdown by gender, ethnicity and region.
Will you and your community be fairly represented?
Join leaders from the Schools and Communities First Coalition and become a catalyst for our grassroots movement. Join members from our broad coalition to learn and discuss:
How we are Making History: What Schools and Communities First is and why it’s needed?
From Organizational Endorsements to the Dinner Table: Tips and Techniques
DHF is proud to announce that on Saturday, July 13th, Vecinos Unidos parents will be convening, for the first time, with parents from across the state as part of the Dignity in Schools Campaign CA network.
Parent leaders will convene for an opportunity to gain an understanding of how to create goals that will support the statewide mission to end the school to prison pipeline. Parents will share knowledge on how to organize as agents for change, showing solidarity between the Latinx and African American communities.
We cordially invite you to come out and join La Plaza de Cultura y Artes for a free Summer of Salsa Concert with opening remarks by Dolores Huerta & Special Guests.
FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2019
LA PLAZA DE CULTURA Y ARTES
501 N. Main Street in Los Angeles (Across from Olvera Street)
Tickets are also available for a special reception celebrating the First Annual Dolores Huerta Day! You can get tickets for this reception at the following link DH Day Salsa Party
Join Dolores & special guests for a reception from 5 – 6 p.m.
This event is limited to 250 guests. Order your tickets today!
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: The Dolores Huerta Foundation (DHF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community benefit organization that organizes at the grassroots level, engaging and developing natural leaders. DHF creates leadership opportunities for community organizing, leadership development, civic engagement, and policy advocacy. DHF operates under its mission of “Inspiring and organizing communities to build volunteer organizations empowered to pursue social justice.”
POSITION: The DHF seeks to hire an education program associate to support DHF’s program to educate, train, organize, and engage community members to participate for health and racial equity in their schools and districts. The education program associate will create curriculum and facilitate trainings in both English and Spanish for leadership development of volunteer residents, parents, and students.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide support to Education Policy Director with planning and coordination of education program, projects, and/or campaigns.
Cultivate DHF participation in collaborations with partner organizations and allies working on educational justice.
Provide support to Kern Education Justice Collaborative (KEJC):
Finalize meeting agendas, take and distribute minutes
Follow through on Collaborative projects (coordinate site visits, media and communications, working with partners throughout the state)
Monitor targeted school districts’ policies and practices.
Maintain analysis and oversight of Local Control Accountability Plans in targeted school districts, including Arvin Union, Lamont, Vineland, Greenfield Union, Woodlake Unified, Lindsay Unified, Sanger Unified, Kern High, and Bakersfield City.
Research and compile data to inform and support DHF education program initiatives.
Develop expertise in school climate, parent engagement, and community schools to support DHF’s advocacy work.
Assist with developing student and parent training curriculum development using Popular Education techniques on comprehensive education and civic engagement topics.
Facilitate trainings for parents and other community members on a variety of civic engagement and education curriculum in both Spanish and English.
Create content for newsletters and various social media platforms to update community members and partners on our work.
Provide weekly written reports to document activities, updates, and results via conference calls and timely updates.
Other tasks as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experiences:
• Experience and passion for community organizing
• Experience in providing trainings
• A proactive solutions-oriented approach
• Excellent interpersonal skills (one on one and group dynamics), cultural competency,
strong listening skills, and humor
• Patience and flexibility
• Excellent team player
• Written and spoken proficiency in Spanish & English
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, & on-line navigation
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and creative
• Ability to work evenings and weekends
• Strong collaborator, team player, able to adapt quickly to changing situations
• Time management skills
• Self-confidence and self-assurance
• Car & insurance
Please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to:
Camila Chávez, Executive Director
Dolores Huerta Foundation
PO Box 2087
Bakersfield, CA 93303 OR humanresources@doloreshuerta.org, Fax: 661-322-3171
ORGANIZATION
OVERVIEW: The Dolores Huerta Foundation (DHF)
is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community benefit organization that organizes at the
grassroots level, engaging and developing natural leaders. DHF creates leadership
opportunities for community organizing, leadership development, civic
engagement, and policy advocacy.
DHF operates under its mission of “Inspiring
and organizing communities to build volunteer organizations empowered to pursue
social justice.”
POSITION: We are seeking a detail-oriented, experienced computer technician
to join our fast growing organization. In this position, you will play a key
role in supporting all computer, technical, and network implantation and
usability for our organization. You will also provide initial new user setup,
troubleshoot technical problems, work with the Information Technologies team to
swiftly resolve issues, and maintain and update all current programs. This position reports directly to the
Information Technology Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide all staff with
excellent and patient helpdesk support for all technical issues as needed
Provide assistance and
support on computer equipment, printers, software, and other technical issues
Troubleshoot technical issues
and system errors
Record and document issues
and resolutions
Prepare software, computer
setup, and network configuration for new users and maintain current users
Perform data backups
Keep systems up-to-date
through software and operating systems updates
Evaluate connectivity
issues, equipment, and software
Collaborate with Information
Technologies team to resolve problems
Install and update network
system improvements as needed
Assist with the design,
implementation, and ongoing support of new software and features
QUALIFICATIONS:
The
ideal candidate will have the following skills and experiences:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training – preferred.
1 year of previous experience in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
Familiarity with multiple computer languages (HTML, CSS, Python, Java Script, C++, etc.) – a plus.
Up-to-date knowledge of new systems, information, software, and upgrades.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift equipment as needed
Excellent interpersonal skills (one on one and group dynamics), cultural competency, strong listening skills, and humor
Patience and flexibility
Strong collaborator and team player
Written and spoken proficiency in English and Spanish
Self-motivated, resourceful, and creative
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Excellent time management skills
EMPLOYMENT TERMS:
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Full-time 40 hours per week, salary:
$15/hour; non-exempt
Schedule 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send resume, cover letter, and 3 professional
references to:
Human Resources
Department
Dolores Huerta
Foundation, PO Box 2087, Bakersfield, CA 93303
The Dolores Huerta Foundation is looking for volunteers for Voter Registration and to gather signatures for the Schools and Communities First Campaign to close California’s commercial property tax loophole and invest more than $68 million our local communities.
Voters in California have the chance to join together and make sure that by having everyone contribute their fair share, we can have the schools & community services all our families need to thrive.
We’re joining together, going all in for all of us, to stop big corporations from cheating our communities while they rake in record profits.
WALK AND PHONE BANKS HAPPENING
Saturday 6/22 10 am – 2 pm
Saturday 6/29 10 am – 2 pm
Volunteer shifts are 3-4 hours long. Volunteers are welcome to do more than one shift
Meet at the Brower Building, 1527 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301 in the 4th Floor Conference Room
For more information, contact DHF Civic Engagement Coordinators Jess Contreras at (661) 421-3424, ycontreras@doloreshuerta.org or Eliana Honeycutt at (661) 527-3898, ehoneycutt@doloreshuerta.org
If you’re not available on the weekend, there are many other opportunities available.
Join the DHF in promoting CIVIC ENGAGEMENT and STRENGTHENING OUR DEMOCRACY! With your participation, we could have a tremendous impact that would lead to better schools and healthier neighborhoods. Make a difference in your community by registering and educating voters!
OVERVIEW: The Dolores Huerta Foundation (DHF) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire and organize communities to build volunteer organizations empowered to pursue social justice. In 2017 DHF launched the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Department where we are Mapping Social Justice in our communities.
POSITION: The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern will work with the GIS team to collaborate on GIS projects that highlight the work of the foundation. The intern will be responsible for supporting DHF’s GIS team with data entry, updating story maps, researching data for new projects, and surveys. Reports to GIS Analyst.
Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Assist with data collection, development, and maintenance
2. Update database of members and supporters
3. Update existing story maps
4. Create and edit maps 5. Assist with GIS/Data Analyst assignments 6. Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
● Candidates must have at least 1-2 years’ experience working with GIS (can include internships, course work, professional work)
● Experience using Esri Suite
● Exhibit skills in map creation and editing
● Familiarity with Excel
● Must have experience with diverse communities (cultures and races)
● Advocacy and policy experience is a plus
● Commitment to social justice
● Written and spoken proficiency in Spanish & English is a plus
Employment Terms:
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Salary: Hourly; $15 an hour/ 20 hours a week
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a resume, three professional references and cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications for the position, via email to sgarcia@doloreshuerta.org. Include “GIS Intern” in the subject of your email.
Please join the DHF Youth (Youth and Family Civic Engagement Initiative) as they will be presenting their recommendations to the Kern High School District in efforts to improve their schools and educational outcomes for English Language Learners, Low income students, and foster youth.
KERN EDUCATION JUSTICE COLLABORATIVE INVITES YOU TO JOIN US FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
Monday, June 3, 2019 7-9 pm
at the KHSD Board Room 5801 Sundale Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93309
Share YOUR voice in how Kern High School District spends our money! Join parents, community members, and students to amplify our collective voice in the KHSD. We need our schools to succeed!
More Counselors! Less Expulsions! More Nurses! Less Suspensions!
Education Matters!
For more information contact: DHF Education Policy Director, Cecilia Castro 661-428-1258
COLABORATIVA DE EDUCACIÓN JUSTA KERN TE INVITA A PARTICIPAR EN UNA AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA
lunes 3 de junio de 2019 7-9 pm
en la Sala de Consejo de KHSD ubicado en 5801 Sundale Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93309
Más Consejeros! Menos Suspensiones! Menos Expulsiones! Más Enfermeras!
Su opinión es muy importante en decidir cómo el Distrito Escolar de la Preparatoria de Kern usa nuestro dinero. Acompañe a padres, miembros de la comunidad y estudiantes del distrito escolar para compartir sus recomendaciónes para mejorar el distrito.
¡La educación importa!
Para más información contacte a: DHF Directora de Política Educativa, Cecilia Castro 661-428-1258
On Thursday May 2, 2019 at 6 p.m., the City of Arvin in collaboration with the Dolores Huerta Foundation, the LGC, Alta Planning, and community members will hold outreach events at the Arvin Veteran’s Hall (at 4th and A Street) to seek public comments and participation for Arvin’s Safe Routes to School Plan.
The City aims to increase the safety of active transportation by engaging the schools, parents, students and community resident’s awareness and creating a collaborative plan to keep students safe as they walk, bike, and skateboard to school. The meetings will be held in Spanish and English, and childcare and refreshments will be provided.
Organization Overview: The Dolores Huerta Foundation is a non-profit organization inspiring and organizing communities to build volunteer organizations empowered to pursue social justice.
Position: The Community Organizing Fellows will receive an intensive training in the house meeting model of organizing. Upon completion of this training they will engage community residents and establish a grassroots base of trained volunteers to engage in advocacy efforts around the 2020 U.S. Census, education, health, and civic engagement outcomes for local residents.
Brief Job Overview:
Master knowledge of the house meeting organizing model and the issues relating to the 2020 U.S. Census.
Build a base of parents, students, and community members conducting a “House Meeting” campaign in their assigned community.
Establish Vecinos Unidos (Neighbors United) Chapters in assigned communities.
Organize and coordinate monthly community meetings and smaller committee meetings/trainings as needed.
Recruit and train volunteer activists in advocacy projects and activities.
Develop grassroots leadership through delegation and coaching.
Provide weekly written reports to document activities, updates, and results via conference calls and timely updates.
Update contacts on the DHF database on a weekly basis.
Participate in weekly staff calls and monthly staff meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experiences:
Experience and passion for community organizing
Experience in providing trainings
Experience in working with diverse communities
A proactive solutions-oriented approach
Excellent interpersonal skills (one on one and group dynamics), cultural competency, strong listening skills, and humor
Patience and flexibility
Strong collaborator and team player
Written and spoken proficiency in English and Spanish
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, & on-line navigation
Self-motivated, resourceful, and creative
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations
Excellent time management skills
Self-confidence and self-assurance
Car & insurance
Employment Terms:
Location: DHF Bakersfield or Sanger office
Full-time: $17/hr
Excellent medical, dental and vision benefits; life insurance
Please send resume, cover letter, and three references to:
ARVIN NEIGHBORS UNITED INVITES YOU TO JOIN US FOR A TOWN HALL
Wednesday April 24, 2019 6-8
at the Veteran’s Hall 414 4th St. Arvin, CA 93203
Let AUSD know we want…More Counselors! More Nurses! Less Suspensions! Less Expulsions!
Find out how YOU have a voice in how the Arvin Unified School District is spending our money! Join parents, community activists, and school representatives to talk about what we need to make our schools succeed!
Raffle Prizes. Food. Music!
For more information contact: Timoteo Prado 661-669-6597
VECINOS UNIDOS de ARVIN TE INVITA A PARTICIPAR EN UNFORO COMUNITARIO
Miércoles 24 de abril 2019 6-8 pm
en el salon de los Veteranos ubicado en 414 4th St Arvin, CA 93203
AUSD…Queremos Más Consejeros! Menos Suspensiones! Menos Expulsiones! Más Enfermeras!
Su opinión es muy importante en decidir cómo el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Arvin está usando nuestro dinero. Acompañe a padres, líderes activistas, y representantes del distrito escolar para hablar sobre qué se necesita para que nuestro distrito sea el mejor!
Habrá comida, música y rifas.
Para más información contacte a: Timoteo Prado 661-669-6597
WOODLAKE NEIGHBORS UNITED INVITES YOU TO JOIN US FOR A
TOWN HALL
Friday, April 26, 2019 5:30-7:30 pm
Woodlake Veteran’s Hall 335 N Acacia Woodlake, CA 93286
Let WUSD know we want…More Counselors! More Nurses! Less Suspensions! Less Expulsions!
Find out how YOU have a voice in how the Woodlake Unified School District is spending our money! Join parents, community activists, and school representatives to talk about what we need to make our schools succeed!
Raffle Prizes. Food. Music!
For more information contact: Irlanda Ramirez 559-553-5713
VECINOS UNIDOS de SANGER TE INVITA A PARTICIPAR EN UN
FORO COMUNITARIO
Viernes 26 de abril 2019 5:30-7:30 pm
Woodlake Veteran’s Hall 335 N Acacia Woodlake, CA 93286
WUSD…Queremos Más Consejeros! Menos Suspensiones! Menos Expulsiones! Más Enfermeras!
Su opinión es muy importante en decidir cómo el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Woodlake está usando nuestro dinero. Acompañe a padres, líderes activistas, y representantes del distrito escolar para hablar sobre qué se necesita para que nuestro distrito sea el mejor!
Habrá comida, música y rifas.
Para más información contacte a: Irlanda Ramirez 559-553-5713
Let your local school district know we want…More Counselors! More Nurses! Less Suspensions! Less Expulsions!
Find out how YOU have a voice in how your school district is spending our money! Join parents, community activists, and school representatives to talk about what we need to make our schools succeed!
For more information contact: Timoteo Prado 661-669-6597
Hazle saber a tu distrito escolar local que queremos … ¡Más consejeros! ¡Más enfermeras! Menos suspensiones! ¡Menos expulsiones!
¡Descubra cómo USTED tiene una voz en cómo su distrito escolar está gastando nuestro dinero! ¡Únase a padres, activistas comunitarios y representantes escolares para hablar sobre lo que necesitamos para que nuestras escuelas tengan éxito!
Para mayor información contactar a: Timoteo Prado 661-669-6597.
