10 Years ago today, I wrote this op-ed about community college in response to an ignorant comment about transfer students. I'm a proud Berkeley City College alumna & now Mayor of Berkeley, so hopefully we can change some more minds! @mayoradenaishii.bsky.social www.berkeleyside.org/2015/05/11/o...

Join CIL and @dredf.bsky.social April 1 for a viewing of this new documentary (and a panel discussion) at the Ed Roberts Campus. RSVP: tinyurl.com/4fneyadd

Have you all taken advantage of our crazy good food scene yet?! Also, make sure to follow the official account 👇🏼

March is #RedCrossMonth - a time to acknowledge the important work the Red Cross does providing aid and comfort in times of crisis as well as offering life-saving trainings. Thank you to John Earthy for joining the Berkeley City Council earlier this month to accept our proclamation!

April 8 – 10: Uninsured and underinsured children under 18 years old can get free vaccines at the City of Berkeley Public Health's Immunization Clinic (1947 Center St., 2nd Floor). Appointments recommended. Learn more at: tinyurl.com/yck8x5du Call (510) 981-5350 if you need assistance.

Oh, heyyy! Make sure you follow the official accounts and sign up for the newsletter!

Hi friends - I am excited to share that I now have official Mayor of Berkeley social media accounts! Please follow me there for all of the latest updates from my office and important City of Berkeley information. I look forward to connecting with you!

This is an essential job that we need to fill in our city! Please help spread the word, and thank you to @walkbikeberk.bsky.social for the post.

I am strongly in favor of this change. Over 15 years ago, 5-year old Zachary was killed at this intersection. We have known for years that this is dangerous, and it's past time that we do something about it. Thank you for your leadership on pedestrian safety, @markhumbert.bsky.social.

The aquatic park redesign concepts are SO cool!! Vote on your favorite and and help choose the design for the playground. 🍄✨🧝vs.🦭🌊 www.berkeleyside.org/2025/01/31/a...

I'm so proud of the @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social community, standing together and speaking out. Your bravery is not lost on me, and the Berkeley City Council is with you! ✊🏽 www.berkeleyside.org/2025/01/30/u...

Nominate an inspiring woman in our community or a high school senior for a $5,000 scholarship! There are so many women to celebrate 🎉

Looking for a weekend adventure? Like @iriskwok.bsky.social, I am also a big proponent of being a tourist in your own town! #VisitBerkeley www.berkeleyside.org/2025/01/24/b...

Housing opportunity for UC Berkeley grad students!

I think it's so brave in these divisive times to share these opinions in such a close space. They said it sparks conversations with their passengers. "If I'm going to be an ally, I need to be ok having difficult conversations" -Lyft Driver

Here in Sacramento for a training with our 4 new Berkeley City Council members and our wonderful new City Manager. All of us started in 2024. It's a new day in Berkeley!

📅 At Feb. 1 workshop, your input about your concerns and experiences regarding 🌪️disaster preparedness, 🌍climate change and pollution will help inform the city’s long-term development.

Berkeley has reaffirmed Sanctuary City status! I'm so proud of the parents, kids, community groups, faith orgs, and Japanese Americans who came to support our council item. We must stand united against policies that seek to cause fear & separate families. www.berkeleyside.org/2025/01/22/s...

Let's share this great resource for our Berkeley families with the community!

It's looking a bit smoggy from above the Bay. How's the air down there? Are folks smelling smoke?

Heartbroken at this horrific act of violence in our city. I'm following the investigation and send my condolences to the victims and their families.

It feels very tense and uncertain here in DC. With the inauguration tomorrow and a snowstorm coming in today, people are on edge. Grateful to be returning to our city.

West Point cadet speaks about the importance of community. She said, leadership is not something innate but a reflection of the communities that raise us. I reflect on our Berkeley community & how I owe so much to the people who believed in me and lifted me up. We owe all young people our support.

This morning, we're hearing from a Ukrainian mayor who is sharing his experience of dealing with war in his city. He shared a story of a family who lost their father. Their mother lost a leg, and their daughter lost two legs. Last week, their daughter ran in the Boston Marathon.

ICYMI: I'm joining the Emerge CA Class of 2025! I couldn't be more excited about the opportunity to become a better leader, community member, and future candidate. I need YOU to support my participation in the program. Can you chip in $20 today? secure.everyaction.com/BaP5pah0k0C1...

Mayor Bibb of Cleveland shares that he sees housing as a great opportunity for nonpartisan partnerships. We all need to work together. It's great to have an opportunity to learn about best practices in other cities around the country.

At the US Conference of Mayors, President Biden announced that the Equal Rights Amendment is the 28th amendment in the US Constitution to a standing ovation.

It's amazing how many cities are facing the same challenges we are in Berkeley. This panel is about our housing crisis, but I've spoken with many mayors about homelessness, protecting our immigrant population, economic vitality, public safety, and much more.

In the conversation about supporting women entrepreneurs, Mayors spoke about supporting through resources, education, grants, and space to help women- owned businesses. Looking forward to bringing these great ideas back to Berkeley!

Lots of conversations here at the US Conference of Mayors about preparing for fire emergencies. Our council is focused on preparing our city before the next disaster. We must organize our communities to be ready to evacuate, harden their homes, and create more defensible space. Stay tuned!

Spending this weekend in DC at the US Conference of Mayors. Proud to be here with my fellow CA mayors, representing the City of Berkeley. This morning, we met with Senators Padilla and Schiff.

Excellent statement from Berkeley Fire Department's Chief Sprague on preparing for fires in our community🔥 Don't wait. Take action now to help save lives and homes. -Make a plan -Establish “Zone 0” -Harden your home 🏠

Thank you to all the fire fighters who are working to put out the fires in Southern California. I'm proud of our @berkeleyca.gov fire department for sending help! 🚒

As I watch the fires rage in Southern California, I think about how important it is to build resilient communities. When disaster strikes, we need to be prepared. Sign up for these classes and invite your friends and neighbors to join. Organized neighborhoods are safer neighborhoods.

I deleted East Bay Kidical Mass' Instagram account because I found Meta's policy changes intolerable. We now have a Bluesky account: @ebkm.bsky.social and we've had a Mastodon account for a while: sfba.social/@KidicalMass If you just want to know about the rides, follow our Luma calendar: lu.ma/ebkm

First day back at the office!

Important PSA! Help us spread the word.

In the last 5 years, I got married, adopted my daughter, adopted 3 dogs, graduated law school, bought our first house, and became Mayor of Berkeley. Who knows what the next 5 years will bring. Happy 2025, everyone! Wishing you all a happy, healthy new year!

In darkness, we find light. Tonight, surrounded by community, singing and eating our sufganiyot, we lit the menorahs and celebrated the miracle of Hanukkah. Happy Hanukkah!🕯️

Today, I had the honor of swearing-in my friend, Cydney Chilimidos, to the CA state bar (on their birthday)! 🥳 We've been friends since law school, they were my campaign manager, and now we get to work together everyday for the next 4 years. Congratulations!

My pop and his siblings in the 70s 😍 I love that we both got that curly hair. Iconic sibling pic.

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Season's Greetings to all! Our family's tradition is a movie🍿and Chinese food (although this year we made 🌮). What's your family's tradition?

We're #hiring! We've got part-time and seasonal positions on our Bike Valet team-- deadlines are Jan 13 & Feb 14. Help us make the 2025 event season one for the books! Apply and get all the info at BikeEastBay.org/Jobs

We all have our role to play, and my sibling, @erikaishii.bsky.social, is an exceptionally good agent of chaos. So proud to watch you in your @twentysidedtavern.bsky.social off-Broadway performance.

This is exciting news! After working on Oakland and SF vs Big Soda and serving on the Berkeley commission, it's exciting to see how this community effort has been successful!

This was not the first, nor will it be the last time someone confused me for a staffer instead of the Mayor of Berkeley 🙄😒

Who says we don't have seasons in the Bay? 🍁

First meeting, completed! 🎉Thank you to my colleagues for their support and to the public for your comments. I look forward to working together as a unified city.

Celebrating my first official day in office with some s'mores 🔥