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Peaceful march held for missing and murdered Indigenous women and people
Community members came together and walked 1 mile at CSUB, showing their support for the MMIWR. Photo by Jocelynn Landon
May 5 is not only known as Cinco de Mayo but also a national day of awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIWR), it is also a day that is highly recognised across the United States and Canada.
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Sol on the Street: What Cinco de Mayo means for the people in Shafter
Cinco de Mayo is celebrated across the country with parades, music, and cultural events. Yet, in rural communities such as Shafter, Cinco de Mayo means recognizing, honoring, and celebrating this holiday that is rooted in tradition, family, and Mexican pride.
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Dolores Huerta celebrates 95th birthday by honoring women leaders of Kern County
Community leader and activist Dolores Huerta celebrated her 95th birthday with a fundraiser for the Dolores Huerta Foundation on Friday, April 25. Held in Kern County, the event gathered over 100 attendees, including community activists, Bakersfield city council members, Cal State Bakersfield educators, and residents, all united in celebrating Huerta’s decades of legacy.
United Way appoints Eric Arias as President and CEO
After serving in an interim capacity, Eric Arias has officially been named President and CEO of United Way of Central and Eastern California by the organization’s Board.
Californians gather in Delano to honor Cesar Chavez and support immigrant rights
People from across California gathered in Delano on March 31 to demonstrate their solidarity with immigrant communities and to celebrate former civil rights advocate Cesar Chavez, who once led a five-year strike challenging California farmers in Delano, demanding fair wages and better working conditions for farm laborers.
Mental health awareness takes center stage at Wasco’s first arts festival
The City of Wasco recently hosted its first Mental Health Awareness and Arts Festival, bringing the community together to break the stigma surrounding mental illness and celebrate creativity.