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    EMS News Briefings

    Live podcasts of zoom and on-site roundtable news briefings that bring ethnic media together with experts, officials, nonprofit leaders, and advocates to exchange perspectives on urgent issues. Watch and Follow the Conversation.

    Drop, Cover, & Hold On, California!

    Live Thursday | This briefing will highlight participation in the Great ShakeOut on October 17, the state's Earthquake Early Warning System, including the MyShake App, and Listos California's multilingual resources for educating communities on earthquake safety.

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    The Dangers of Project 2025 — Who’s At Risk?

    Oct 4 | Project 2025 seeks to reshape the U.S. government and expand executive power. Legal experts warn it would undermine the rule of law, weaken separation of powers, blur church-state boundaries, and endanger civil liberties. Our panel of policy makers and advocates discuss its potential impacts.

    ‘We Want to Hear the Stories’ — FTC Convenes Community Stakeholders in Cleveland

    To list the type and variety of scams now proliferating across the country would fill an entire library. Experts say coming forward to report a scam is our best defense.

    Covid-19 Cases Rise, As Vaccination Rates Remain Low

    Sep 27 | Our guest experts discuss the new variant, updated vaccines, vaccination hesitancy and weariness, low vaccination rates in Latino and Black communities, and debunk misinformation about mRNA vaccines for older adults.

    Steep Increase in Imposter Scam Losses: What People are Reporting and How to Fight Back

    Sep 20 | Scammers posing as agencies or companies like banks or Amazon claim to "protect" your money by moving it. The FTC warns of a rise in these scams. Learn the top five impersonation scams and how to spot them.

    Can Addressing Climate Crisis Save Energy Costs, Lift Up Communities?

    Sep 13 | A panel of experts and local stakeholders examine the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) in-depth and explain how this historic investment can reduce household energy costs and uplift working-class and poor communities.

    All Eyes on AAPI Voters in Swing States

    Sep 6 | Speakers discuss mobilization and Get Out the Vote efforts, particularly in battleground states, where AANHPIs could constitute the margin of victory.

    The Challenge of Prosecuting a Hate Crime

    Aug 23 | In 2023, California saw 1,970 reported hate crimes, but only five went to trial. This week, two victims and experts discuss the challenges in securing convictions and the need to keep reporting.

    Urgent Financial Aid Application Deadline Approaches for California Community College Students

    Aug 15 | This briefing aims to ensure all students, especially those from diverse and economically disadvantaged backgrounds, including undocumented, are informed and supported in securing financial resources for their education.

    Time is Running Out – Free Online Training for California Home Health Care Workers

    Aug 14 | This briefing explains the CalGrows classes, who qualifies for the stipends, how to enroll, and the skills that caregivers can learn. Speakers include trainers, caregivers and clients.

    Medicaid: A Critical Health Safety Net Under Fire

    Aug 10 | Medicaid covers 83 million Americans, but 23 million risk losing coverage, due to mostly paperwork issues post-pandemic. Expanding Medicaid is crucial for health equity, yet 10 states refuse. Speakers discuss closing the coverage gap.

    ‘We Didn’t Come Here to Cause Harm’: Migrant Workers Respond to Political Hate Speech

    Aug 2 | With election season here, anti-immigrant rhetoric is growing increasingly ugly. Our speakers discuss its impact on immigrant communities.

    Making Sense of the Conventions and the 2024 Elections

    Jul 19 | This year's National Political Conventions face unique challenges: one may be open or contested due to division, while the other was marred by violence. These issues could affect voter turnout and engagement, which a panel will discuss.