We’re excited to share that applications for the LA City Charter Reform Commission, which will decide how to make LA City Hall more accountable to residents, are now open! The commission will review the LA City Charter and develop recommendations. Apply bit.ly/CharterRefor...

An attack on education is an attack on all! This week, Trump and Musk took a drastic step to reduce the workforce in the Department of Education, ending its ability to support public schools and threatening MILLIONS of students, teachers, and families. Learn more

✨ IMMIGRANTS ARE POWERFUL ✨ At our recent #raceandpolitics event, @AngelicaCHIRLA, Executive Director of @chirla_org spoke about standing up for immigrant's rights. "Immigrants are powerful, beautiful, courageous human beings." Learn more bit.ly/RandP2025Recap

Join us for the CA Racial Equity Commission meeting. Share your voice to build a powerful racial equity framework that serves all! 📆3/20 📍At Imperial Valley College or online 🕘 9am: Framework Development Meeting 🕑 2pm: Racial Equity Commission Meeting Register bit.ly/CRECMTGS

WE'RE BUILDING A MOVEMENT OF BEAUTY At our #raceandpolitics event, @profmpastor.bsky.social reflected on the power of building a future rooted in beauty & inclusivity, where everyone—immigrants included—can pursue their dreams. Read our recap blog post bit.ly/RandP2025Recap

The Trump administration’s recent move to shut down key census advisory panels threatens our political representation, distribution of public funds, & preservation of our civil rights because we cannot be sure of the accuracy & accessibility of our vital data. Read our blog post today bit.ly/4bWC8H4

Last week, the PUSH LA Coalition released a set of recommendations aimed at making LA’s streets safer and more equitable. Our leaders must shift from punitive, police-centered traffic stops to a care-and equity-based approach. Read the policy brief > bit.ly/PUSHLAPolicyRecs2025

Join the CA Racial Equity Coalition (CREC). Your presence matters in drafting CA's first-ever Racial Equity Framework. 📅 3/20/2025 📍Imperial Valley College/Online ⏱ 9am: Framework Development Meeting ⏱ 2pm for the Racial Equity Commission Meeting Make your voice heard! Sign up bit.ly/CRECMTGS

From powerful discussion to soulful music, #RaceandPolitics2025 brought Californians together for a day of solidarity. But what does solidarity mean? See what some of our attendees had to say. Read our full recap blog post bit.ly/RandP2025Recap

From powerful discussion to soulful music, #RaceandPolitics2025 brought Californians together for a day of solidarity. But what does solidarity mean? See what some of our attendees had to say. Read our full recap blog post bit.ly/RandP2025Recap

🚨 BREAKING: Trump is trying to dismantle the Education Department. 🚨The truth is presidents DO NOT have the power to do this—only Congress does. Call your representatives & demand they protect students and save the Education Department. bit.ly/calldoepa

Nursing care for seniors and children with disabilities or tax breaks for billionaires and big corporations? How would you choose to spend our hard earned tax dollars? 💰💫

The Whole Child Community Equity workgroup met last week to dive into 10 focus areas that will shape the Equity Tool. JunHee Doh of Catalyst California and a workgroup member highlighted the importance of addressing systemic racism in historically redlined districts. Learn more > bit.ly/4bvMDkn

LA County voters’ approval of Measure G in last November’s elections ushered in a historic change that expands the @lacountybos and reimagines County government. We need YOUR perspective to ensure the task force represents OUR communities. Bit.ly/MeasureGApp

Join us this weekend for Race & Politics! This crucial conversation will bring Californians together to face the threats from the billionaires and bigots seeking to divide us. Can’t make it in person? Register and join the live stream crew! bit.ly/RandP2025Reg...

As the challenges from this bigoted, bully administration grow, it’s time to rise in solidarity! Join us on 3/2 for Race & Politics at @laplazadelaraza. Can’t join us in person? Register to catch our livestream! PS: Enjoy these pics from our 2023 event 😄 Bit.ly/RandP2025Register

In the early 2000s, LA’s “war on gangs” that had been going on since the 70s had already cost more than $25 billion, with little progress. In 2007, Advancement Project California, now Catalyst California, recommended treating gang violence as a public health crisis.

HAPPENING TONIGHT! ✊✨ Join We Are California and our movement partners for this teach-in on immigration TODAY. Learn about the immigration system and the challenges confronting immigrant communities, and hear strategies on how to organize to defend our dignity and resist oppression. bit.ly/4bbkdw3

Last week, Chauncee Smith, our Associate Director of Reimagine Justice & Safety, was a panelist for the ACLU of California Action’s Legislative Briefing on policing and surveillance under the Trump Administration. Re-watch the conversation today! bit.ly/4b7GpqS

#ICYMI: Take a peek at our 2024 Impact Report, where we celebrate policy wins & successful advocacy efforts like Measure DD & LL! With YOUR help, we were able to achieve many victories so that all Californians can thrive. Check out the report to learn more bit.ly/41lAJX6

🚨 As the U.S. Senate considers President Trump's nomination of billionaire Linda McMahon to head the U.S. Dept of Education, families in low-income, LGBTQ+, and communities of color across the country have every reason to feel concerned. Read our press statement bit.ly/4gHmznF

Couldn't get pre-sale tickets to Beyonce's Cowboy Carter Tour? 😭 🤠 Get tickets for our Race & Politics event happening on 3/2 as we come together in multiracial solidarity that will power us against the billionaires, bigots, and authoritarian bullies. Register today > bit.ly/RandP2025Register

#NEWREPORT: Our updated RACE COUNTS 2024 shows slight progress in absenteeism rates for students of color in LA County, but 38% of Black students are still missing school—a rate higher than pre-pandemic levels. Learn where LA County ranks in this and other issues > adobe.ly/4gC5oUc

We’re thrilled to have Brother Yusef perform at our Race & Politics event on 3/2! With over 30 years of musical experience, Brother Yusef brings us his soulful FattBack Blues, a mix of Delta, Chicago, and Texas blues with a Louisiana stomp. Don’t miss out! Register > Bit.ly/RandP2025Register

#SAVETHEDATE: Join us for our Race & Politics event! This family-friendly gathering will feature a discussion with USC's Dr. @profmpastor.bsky.social, @chirla-org.bsky.social's ED Angelica Salas, & Assemblymember @isaacgbryan.bsky.social. Register to join in person/virtually Bit.ly/RandP2025Register

JOIN US: Get informed on how California’s surveillance network is helping to fuel the Trump Administration’s anti-civil rights agenda & what we can do to fight back. This event will be live-streamed. To attend in person, RSVP > aclucalaction.org/legbrief @aclusocal.bsky.social @aclusocal.bsky.social

Billionaires and authoritarian bullies are working to divide us. @catalystcalifornia.bsky.social's John Kim says, "They want us to be more focused on hating each other than stopping them from stealing our collective future." Join us on 3/2 as we come together in solidarity. bit.ly/RandP2025Register

Calling all equity advocates! We are proud to share some important victories we achieved in 2024 in our latest Impact Report. Our work was made possible because of your trust in us. Together, let’s keep building a stronger and more equitable California. Read our Impact Report today bit.ly/4jDHF8S

YOU'RE INVITED! In the aftermath of a devastating climate disaster, we're hosting an event to heal our communities and bolster our multiracial solidarity. Join us on 3/2 at 2pm at La Plaza de La Raza. This event will also be available virtually. Register today > bit.ly/RandP2025Register

Parters, including Alliance for a Better Community and @catalystcalifornia.bsky.social ,are stepping up to connect Los Angeles area fire victims to resources for recovery. Learn more on our latest blog post:

Proud to have represented @catalystcalifornia.bsky.social among other amazing organizations. A small group of committed people who can change the state of California for the better 💕 #CALeg

OPINION by Michael Kirst: Change must come from the bottom up. To successfully implement math and English language frameworks, we will need effective, aligned, sustained professional development that can reach and strengthen the entire teacher workforce. Read more: bit.ly/42vqErm

Join us TONIGHT 1/14, 7–8pm on Zoom to process this past week in community, hear from local elected officials, learn from partner orgs supporting impacted outdoor workers and more. RSVP laforward.org/events/jan14

n the face of LA County's devastating wildfires, we appreciate the fearless efforts of everyone involved, including the unsung heroes - the incarcerated firefighters, first responders, and community volunteers.

NEW PRESS STATEMENT: @CAgovernor 2025-26 budget proposal tackles major challenges—from climate disaster recovery to safeguarding vulnerable communities in the face of federal threats. Read our press statement > bit.ly/2025_26GovNewsomBudgetResponse

Join the PUSH LA coalition on 1/8 at 9:30 am to end LAPD’s racially biased pretextual stops. Let’s advocate for care-and-equity centered traffic safety solutions. #EndRacialBias #TrafficJustice #CareandEquity

We collaborated w/ Fresno Building Healthy Communities to share eye-opening findings on Fresno Police traffic stops. Data shows that men of color are disproportionately stopped, & most of these traffic enforcements fail to make the community safer. Dive deeper into the data bit.ly/OntheRoadtoFresno

#inthepress: Standing up to corporate billionaires peddling mistruths isn't just necessary; it's essential to the future of our diverse democracy in California. Time to double down, not back down! Read @calmatters.org's article recap > bit.ly/3VRi16n #standupforCA

#DYK: In LA County, Black youth experience a markedly high arrest rate compared to other racial groups. They face precarious futures due to dire inequities and injustices caused by systemic oppression. Read bit.ly/BVMidTermReport to learn how our LA leaders can make a real difference for our youth.

Last week, Bold Vision released its 2024 Midterm Report, shedding light on the systemic inequities that prevent youth—especially Black and Latiné youth—from reaching their full potential. Learn more about how we can create a brighter future for the next generation. Learn more bit.ly/BVMidTermReport

Happy to be in community with you @endchildpovca.bsky.social! 2025 ain't ready for us. Let's go.

If you haven't noticed by now, @catalystcalifornia.bsky.social is now on Blue Sky. 😎 How's everyone doing?

#press: While Black people account for roughly one-eight of the U.S. population, they make up one-third of fatalities caused by police pursuits. "Fear prompts some Black drivers to flee a stop even if they haven't committed a crime," said Chauncee Smith. More info at @sfchronicle.com bit.ly/3Ztbcc4

@catalystcalifornia.bsky.social's new #RACECOUNTS report highlights updated #LACounty data on education, homelessness and police traffic stops, showing a continued need to protect #BIPOC communities. 📊 🔎 Read the full press release here ▶️ conta.cc/3DexUxg