Part 2 to Series: Diane Jones and Roma Guy; Listen to the People, see what they Need, and then Organize.
The importance of listening to the needs of our communities when working in institutions and organizations.Restorative Justice requires commitment to bringing everyone to the table so all voices are heard.Responding to Covid-19 will require stable testing and contact tracing to ensure that we can help individuals and families.
11 Nov 202034min
Two Part Series: Diane Jones and Roma Guy, A Century of Health and Social Change Activism.
Diane and Roma have committed their lives to improving health and justice for our communities.In the first part of this two part series, Diane Jones shares a research project with the University of California San Francisco after Physicians identified that the majority of the transmissions of Covid-19 was within the Latino/Latinx communities. Diane reached out to and worked closely with the Latino/ Latinx leadership in San Francisco to involve them in the research project to identify who was being infected and how best to respond. Diane was pivotal in this research because she was able to build bridges with Latino/Latinx communities.Roma Guy discusses her work fighting a new proposed jail that would cost the city millions of dollars. She talks about the community organizing that was done to block this jail and to focus on the needs of those incarcerated including bail reform, health care, mental health, and substance abuse treatment.This episode continues next week.....
4 Nov 202036min
Artists Ofelia Esparza y Rosanna Esparza Ahrens, our Chicana Mexicana National Treasures and their Dia de los Muertos Ofrendas
The Esparza family, led by Ofelia Esparza, has continued to bring Dia De Los Muertos Altars and activities to the community during the Covid19 restrictions by going virtual in association with Self Help Graphic in Los Angeles, California.Ofelia Esparza shares her rich history of Altar making and her mother's influence on her artistic development.Honoring our Ancestors is so important to our wellbeing and health, remembering how their lives contributed to our family histories.The Esparza Family also provides health and wellness activities through their Tonalli Studio to the greater communities and women who are incarcerated.
28 Okt 202040min
Jasmine Najera a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working to improve Behavior Health Services for youth and families.
*Correction from Jasmine Najera. The requirement for LCSW licensing a 3,000 supervised hours*The importance of mentors in career development. The challenges of working in health care systems as a Woman of Color.The importance of developing programs that integrate social workers into community policing.Supporting the wellness of law enforcement and clinical staff who work in jails.Keeping youth out of criminal justice systems by providing wraparound services in times of crisis.
21 Okt 202054min
Latino Outdoors With Bryan Rodriguez and Juan Munoz, Volunteer Program Coordinators
There are many health benefits to being outside and involved in physical activities.Latinos are underrepresented in sponsored recreational and outdoor activities.Latinos Outdoors sponsor outdoor and physical activities for Latino families and youth.Latino Outdoors are responding to Covid19 by going to virtual activities and small group activities.Latino Outdoors, depends on volunteers, if you want to volunteer or donate contact Latinooutdoors.org
14 Okt 202032min
Michaela Perez, Public Health Graduate Student in the time of a Pandemic.
Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and the determinants of disease frequency in human populations, as well as the application of research studies to control health problems.Health outcomes are influenced by educational access, income, housing status, and the environment.Although Covid 19 can impact everyone, those with risk factors and facing social inequalities will have a more difficult time protecting themselves.The importance of virtual engagement with friends and families to help with mental health during this time of isolation and social distancing.
7 Okt 202016min
Covid/Flu Update #5 Getting a Flu Shot
Flu Shots are effective against Influenza (Flu). Flu Shots can also reduce symptoms of the Flu.Young Children, Pregnant Women and those with Chronic Illnesses are especially encouraged to get flu shots.Keeping up with Covid19 prevention activities: mask wearing, good hygiene, and social distancing continues to be important during flu season.
30 Sep 202010min
Managing Burnout in the Technology Industry: Elena Ontiveros, Content Strategy Lead.
Technology employees work long hours and stress levels are high.Working from home increases pressure to work long hours.Taking personal control of stress helps prevent burnout.Working with co-workers and Human Resources to improve work environments.
23 Sep 202029min
