Jul 18 | Despite a 7.1% drop in overall hate crimes in 2023, those against LGBTQ+ communities rose, with sexual orientation bias up 3.6% and anti-transgender crimes up 7.04%. Our panel discuss these trends, mixed public acceptance, and the impact of CA vs Hate hotline.

Jul 12 | This briefing features experts discussing the rise of AI-driven racialized messaging and efforts to implement new legislative controls before the 2024 elections. Key concerns include the impact of AI on both presidential and local elections.

Jul 10 | Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) leaders and community health care providers share how these Medi-Cal programs are helping older and disabled Californians live healthier lives at home.

Jul 2 | With hotter and drier summer conditions increasing risks of wildfires, heat, and power outages, Listos California introduces a comprehensive suite of preparedness messaging and materials to help at-risk communities stay safe.

Jun 28 | Last summer's ruling ended race-based college admissions, increasing nonwhite applications. FAFSA (student aid) delays may affect enrollment. Experts are examining these trends and higher education's future amid declining public confidence.

Jun 21 | Income inequality in the US is rising. Wage gaps stem from gender, race, the gig economy, and declining intergenerational mobility. Speakers propose policy recommendations to address these disparities.

Jun 18 | After gathering feedback from Medi-Cal members through a statewide tour, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is now developing the Health Equity Roadmap to enhance equity based on this input.

Jun 14 | Trump's first term saw major immigration changes, many reversed by Biden. If re-elected, Trump plans more drastic measures, including mass deportations, detention camps, and immigration freezes. Experts analyze the potential impacts.

Jun 13 | As California's Alzheimer's cases double in the next 20 years, rural residents face significant healthcare access challenges. Healthcare providers, researchers, and advocates address efforts to improve services for these underserved communities.

Jun 7 | Our speakers examine this issue, explain how it affects people's lives, and discuss possible solutions in which the insurance industry, government, and ordinary people play important roles.

Jun 6 | Scams targeting adults 60+ are rising, with victims losing over $33,000 on average. SF agencies offer annual training to help vulnerable older adults, including Bay Area monolingual Chinese elders, protect themselves.

Jun 4 | The DHCS is expanding Medi-Cal maternal health services, including doula care, to help reduce racial and ethnic disparities and improve birth outcomes. Panel speakers discuss the impact of these expanded services on family and infant health.