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We had an incredible time last week at East Side U

We had an incredible time last week at East Side Unified High School District's College & Career Night and Alta Vista High School, where we presented alongside one of our inspiring Trades Orientation Program (TOP) alumni! 🎓👷‍♂️ Students had the chance to learn all about the amazing opportunities the trades offer—high-demand jobs, competitive pay, and a strong sense of community and purpose.⁠
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TOP stands for more than just job training—it’s about creating career pathways that offer stability, fair wages, and the pride of building something that lasts. We believe in empowering individuals with the skills and confidence to thrive in high-demand trades, and our alumni are living proof that you can build a successful, fulfilling career with or without a four-year degree. ⁠
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We’re proud to continue fostering the values of equity, access, and economic empowerment in our community. Together, we’re building a brighter future for all! 🌟🔧⁠
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Applications are open now! Sign up for an info session using the link in our bio 🔗

🙌 Last week, the Together We Vote Coalition gat

🙌 Last week, the Together We Vote Coalition gathered for an incredible phonebanking session!⁠
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Community organizations and volunteers united to ensure that every voice is heard and counted in this election. As part of the My Vote, My Health initiative, we were calling to remind voters about the crucial link between health and civic participation, in partnership with local clinics. We also had callers that rallied to support policies that would boost affordable housing developments across California, especially in the Bay Area⁠
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Shoutout to the amazing organizations who made this event possible: Indian Health Center, WPUSA, Amigos de Guadalupe, CHP, SIREN, SVR, Latina Coalition, and more! 🎉 Let's keep building on this momentum throughout the election season!⁠
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Passionate about making sure our policies improve the lives of working families? Use the link in our bio to find out how you can get involved! 🔗

🚨 39 days until Election Day! 🚨⁠ ⁠ The d

🚨 39 days until Election Day! 🚨⁠
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The decisions we make from now until November 5th will shape Santa Clara County's future for years. Whether we show up or sit this one out, the impact of our choices will not be forgotten.⁠
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Over the next few weeks, we’ll hear constant reminders to vote—but the real change happens in our conversations with friends, neighbors, and family. When we listen to their concerns and share what’s at stake—like healthcare, public safety, education, and workers’ rights—we can cut through the noise, break through apathy and misinformation, and help our communities understand why we're taking action.⁠
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Want to make a difference? Join us for door-knocking and phone banking! Every conversation matters. 📞🚪⁠
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✨ Use the link in our bio to sign up and volunteer 🔗 ✨⁠
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Let’s keep moving forward together! 💪🗳 ⁠
#MakeADifference #OurCommunityOurFuture

🏥 TOMORROW: Join us to restore vital healthcare

🏥 TOMORROW: Join us to restore vital healthcare in East San José and hold HCA accountable!

It’s been just over a month since HCA Healthcare discontinued vital services from East San José and residents are already feeling the effects of a diminished healthcare center.

This is why we’re continuing to urge the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors to quickly and comprehensively restore the services removed by HCA Healthcare through the County’s acquisition of the Regional Medical Center. We will continue our campaign to hold HCA Healthcare accountable for divesting from our community and to keep our community whole. We’re also asking the county to continue keeping the community, labor partners, and other stakeholders involved in the process of developing Regional Medical Center.

Join us in demanding accountability from HCA Healthcare and urging the County to put our community’s needs first. Together, we can make a real impact on the future of healthcare in East San José!

🏥 Join us to ensure our voices are heard and ou

🏥 Join us to ensure our voices are heard and our community’s care needs are met!

Tomorrow, September 19, Santa Clara County is hosting a community town hall where County leaders share information about the proposed purchase of Regional Medical Center (RMC) from HCA Healthcare. This is a monumental opportunity for us to directly hear what this significant acquisition means for the East San José community, and directly engage with decision-makers to express our concerns, hopes, and expectations regarding the future of equitable healthcare in Santa Clara County.

We’re urging each and every one of you to attend—your presence sends a powerful message about our unwavering commitment to accessible, quality healthcare for all. Let's continue to stand united and ensure that the transition of Regional Medical Center prioritizes patient care, respects healthcare workers, and holds HCA Healthcare accountable to the harm they’ve caused our communities.

Join us on Sep 27 for a panel discussion with @pow

Join us on Sep 27 for a panel discussion with @powerswitchaction, @gigworkersrising & Tech Justice at Work about building power at the intersection of labor and tech!

From electronic surveillance to automated management, Silicon Valley is developing new technologies for bosses to exert ever-greater power and control over workers. To fight back, we need strong, broad-based, worker and community-led movements AND the tools to get us there.

Use the link in our bio to sign up and get access to our new toolkit ("Building Worker Power in the Digital Age") and hear from workers, organizers, and tech justice practitioners! 🔗

Champions for Change 2024 feels like it was just y

Champions for Change 2024 feels like it was just yesterday for us and we hope these pictures call back those great memories! ✨

Photobooth snapshots are now available to view at the link in our bio! 🔗 You can also check out your favorite Champions for Change moments captured by the talented @movementphotographer on our Facebook album. We've already got some big things planned for next year's gala and we can't wait to see you there!

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⚡ Join us for the Fair Workplace Collaborative's

⚡ Join us for the Fair Workplace Collaborative's Labor Day Event on Sep 14 in Gilroy! This event is a celebration of our collective work, dedicated to empowering workers and local businesses with the resources and knowledge they need. Whether you're looking to learn more about your rights as a worker or need assistance with legal matters, we’ve got you covered.⁠
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The event will feature resources from our amazing partner organizations, a comprehensive Worker’s Rights Workshop, and a Free Legal Clinic (registration required for a timeslot). Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get informed and empowered. Spread the word, bring a friend, and let’s come together to create fairer workplaces for all!⁠
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Use the link in our bio to register! 🔗

🗣️ Are you ready to help reshape the future o

🗣️ Are you ready to help reshape the future of CA?

We're hiring General Election Canvassers to join our Fall 2024 civic engagement team. This is your chance to be part of a team working toward key reforms, including efforts to fund much-needed affordable housing and major infrastructure projects in Santa Clara County and across California.🏡

As a canvasser, you’ll be out in the community, engaging with voters on key issues. Your role will be to educate, inform, and inspire action through door-to-door conversations and community outreach, ensuring that the voices of our residents are heard and that we take steps toward real change. No experience is required—just a passion for making a difference and a commitment to social justice.

If you're ready to make an impact this election season, apply now and join us in shaping a better future for our communities!

Use the link in our bio to learn more and apply 🔗

✨ Our hearts are filled with gratitude for every

✨ Our hearts are filled with gratitude for everyone who supported our 2024 Champions for Change gala and embraced the spirit of the event. Last night was more than a celebration—it was a call to action. We were moved by the words of leaders driving change, connected with allies committed to bold, audacious action, and left with a renewed sense of purpose to move forward together.

We are immensely proud and grateful for our 2024 Champions: Bob Brownstein, @supcindychavez, and the Weinberg, Roger & Rosenfeld law firm. Their leadership exemplifies the power of dreaming big and taking bold steps to bring those dreams to life. We were also fortunate to hear from our other guest speakers, who inspired and captivated the audience with their powerful messages.

This evening wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our Champions for Change sponsors. Your contributions fuel our work, and we are deeply appreciative. We also want to acknowledge the hard work of the Hayes Mansion team, the stage and sound technicians, the vibrant performances by the Musica Colibri Trio and @sanjosetaiko, and our talented photographer, @movementphotographer, who beautifully captured the essence of the evening. And, of course, a huge thank you to the dedicated team at Working Partnerships USA, whose commitment made this event truly special.

Keep an eye out for a full album of photos from the event, to be posted on our Facebook page when they’re ready!

📢 We've taken a huge step but the work is not o

📢 We've taken a huge step but the work is not over!

Join medical workers and community members stand in support of the county’s purchase of Regional Medical Center. We're holding a Press Conference at the back patio of the Santa Clara County Government Center starting at 9:30am. Then at 10am, we'll move into the meeting to voice our support.

Your voice is vital in ensuring that quality healthcare remains accessible to everyone in our community!

🎉 Today, our community has taken a huge step to

🎉 Today, our community has taken a huge step towards winning equitable access to healthcare for ALL. The decision by Santa Clara County to take over Regional Medical Center and keep its doors open is a step in the right direction to reclaim healthcare, not just for the Eastside — but for every resident across Santa Clara County.

But it's too early to celebrate! There is still work to be done — we need to keep organizing to ensure that the Board of Supervisors and HCA Healthcare reach an agreement swiftly, and in alignment with what patients, doctors and medical workers need. Stay tuned on updates on how we can take this to the finish line and
⁠reclaim healthcare and stand up against private corporations that have hijacked our health systems for their own profits. ⁠

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