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Monthly Archives: December 2019
County survey seeks input on business plan for Kern’s long-term goals
Kern County residents have just a few more days to take the County’s community survey, seeking input on a future business plan.
CAPK seeking applicants to fill two board positions
The Community Action Partnership of Kern is looking for representatives to join its Board of Directors, specifically under the private sector and low-income sector for the South Kern services area.
Homeless Collaborative seeking volunteers for Point-In-Time Count
The Kern County Homeless Collaborative is looking for volunteers to help conduct the annual countywide Point-In-Time Count.
Kaiser mental healthcare professionals demand more mental health resources in statewide strike
As part of a five-day statewide strike protesting Kaiser Permanente’s mental healthcare system, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses and other healthcare professionals of the medical group in Bakersfield are raising awareness this week of the need for more mental health resources.
Bill that would grant legal status to farm workers passed in House; sent to Senate
A new bill that would give legal status to thousands of undocumented farm workers passed in the House of Representatives Dec.
COMMENTARY: Christmas Can Help Us Prepare for the 2020 U.S. Census
By Louis Medina
(This article was originally published in the December 2019 issue of Kern County Family Magazine)
The Christmas story from the Gospel of Luke shows us how a census can alter the course of world events.
‘We are human beings first’: NFL players lead conversation on social justice and activism
National Football League players, dreamers, foster youth, members of the LGBTQ community and others from all walks of life came together Tuesday for the Dear America: A Social Justice Conversation event at Bakersfield College to hear about becoming agents of change in their community.
CSUB programs catering to incarcerated students inspire change; spark conversations around ethical issues about incarceration
Larry Gonzales is on track to graduate in just two years with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from California State University, Bakersfield, but his journey to success has not been the easiest.
‘This one is one for the history books’: CSUB’s Dreamers Resource Center brings hope and support to undocumented students
Faculty, students and community members gathered at California State University, Bakersfield Tuesday to celebrate the opening of the campus’ first ever Dreamers Resource Center — a spot on campus that will ensure students and staff feel safe, comfortable and supported.
Q&A: School and Communities First expert breaks down initiative, set to reclaim billions for schools and community services
Jess Contreras is the Civic Engagement Manager for the Dolores Huerta Foundation. She has worked with the Foundation for six years.