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At Working Partnerships USA, building community an

At Working Partnerships USA, building community and collaboration are our superpowers. As a core partner in the Rescue Our Medical Care Coalition, we brought together a diverse coalition of local organizations, health advocates, medical professionals, patients, and residents to take on corporate power over a year-long campaign to fight the closure of trauma, stroke and STEMI services at Regional Medical Center (RMC). Our coalition did not just preserve these critical services—our win to secure Santa Clara County’s commitment to purchase RMC is strengthening our community’s voices and weakening the grip of profit-driven decisions about our healthcare.

Help us prioritize patients over profits by donating today. Link in bio 🔗

As 2024 comes to a close, we are reflecting on the

As 2024 comes to a close, we are reflecting on the incredible resilience and determination of our community. Together, we’ve faced daunting challenges and made meaningful progress toward a more just and equitable Santa Clara County.

The work ahead is full of possibilities. With your support, we can ensure every neighbor has access to affordable housing, quality childcare, good jobs, and the opportunities they deserve. Your support will play a crucial role in ensuring our success next year as we strive to create healthy and safe neighborhoods, foster just cities, and promote a vibrant democracy that benefits everyone.

Donate now to make a difference! Link in bio 🔗

We’re thrilled to celebrate our very own Rebeca

We’re thrilled to celebrate our very own Rebeca Armendariz for receiving a commendation from Santa Clara County recognizing her tireless dedication to building a better future for our communities! 💪

Rebeca’s leadership has been instrumental in amplifying worker voices and driving meaningful change. Serving as a Councilmember for the City of Gilroy, and as the Movement Building Director for Working Partnerships USA, Rebeca embodies the values of justice, equity, and resilience across her work for the entirety of Santa Clara County.

Thank you, Rebeca, for your commitment to empowering others and making an impactful difference every step of the way! 🌟

Special thanks also goes to @slyvia_arenas for presenting this award at the most recent SCC Board of Supervisors meeting.

The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors has un

The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved a critical referral to protect our community from the harms proposed by the incoming Trump administration. This victory is a testament to the power of our collective action and unwavering commitment to safety, equity, and resilience for all. 💪❤️⁠
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This referral directs County Administration to prepare actionable recommendations safeguard residents—focusing on strategies to protect our most vulnerable, ensuring a comprehensive and effective response.⁠
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A huge thank you to Supervisor Arenas for championing this critical effort and to everyone who showed up, spoke out, and stood united, demonstrating what community power looks like. Together, we are building a stronger, safer community. ⁠
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This is just the beginning and we're going to keep this momentum moving forward! Follow us or use the link in our bio to stay updated. 🔗

✨ Light the path to a stronger, safer Santa Clar

✨ Light the path to a stronger, safer Santa Clara County this #GivingTuesday! ✨

An incoming Trump administration poses real threats to our communities—looming furloughs, widespread job losses, deportations tearing families apart, and increased harassment of immigrant communities. These attacks are making it harder for people to feel safe, secure, and hopeful for the future.

But here in Santa Clara County, we’re standing strong and fighting back! Together, we’ve protected workers’ rights, supported immigrant communities, and pushed for affordable housing and compassionate public safety.

At Working Partnerships USA, we are more committed than ever to building a future where ALL of us—no matter our race, gender, occupation, or immigration status—can thrive.

This #GivingTuesday, your support will fuel this fight. Together, we’ll fight back against the attacks on our communities, build power, and ensure every voice is heard. 🔥

Join us in building a just, inclusive future for Santa Clara County. Click the link in our bio to take action today! 🔗

🌟 While the outlook for our nation is stark, ou

🌟 While the outlook for our nation is stark, our community in Santa Clara County is shining with hope.

Despite nearly a million in corporate opposition, our communities showed up in full force to elect progressive leaders who will protect workers’ rights, support immigrant communities, create affordable housing, and implement compassionate public safety solutions.

Tthe road ahead won’t be easy, but at Working Partnerships USA, we’re committed to building a future where everyone in Santa Clara County thrives—no matter their race, gender, occupation, or immigration status.

We are facing real threats from the incoming federal administration. They will make the way much harder, but we will continue to build power and mobilize our communities. Even as we process what the results mean for us, we continue to fight for better futures for all —organizing against corporate healthcare, advocating for workers’ rights and dignity, and bringing our communities together to plan for the future—because that’s what we do.

We’re not backing down in our fight for a just and inclusive future for Santa Clara County.
Join us by clicking the link in our bio! 🔗

This past weekend, we joined a growing coalition o

This past weekend, we joined a growing coalition of local community-based organizations including HERO Tent, Working Partnerships USA, SOMOS Mayfair, LUNA, SIREN, Teatro Visión, and Amigos De Guadalupe, bringing the community together for discussions of strategy, healing, and organizing.

As we come together to process the changes happening all across the country, we are reminded of the power of strengthening our local solidarity, investing in grassroots leadership, and building a roadmap for our region’s future. We discussed topics ranging from resisting surveillance and defending workers’ rights to creating community through art and music—this was just the beginning. The fight to protect our communities and build a future rooted in justice continues, and it only grows stronger with YOU. 💪

Let’s keep the momentum going, and stay tuned for what’s next. Together, we will rise.

🧠 Mental health services are essential for ever

🧠 Mental health services are essential for everyone in Santa Clara County to thrive and lead fulfilling lives. For their role in deepening our county's mental health crisis, HCA must take immediate action to put patients over profits.

Join us this Monday, November 18, at Good Samaritan Hospital as we rally to demand:
✔️ The full restoration of mental health services at Good Samaritan Hospital
✔️ The creation of a patient protection fund to safeguard our care

Then, on Tuesday, November 19, make your voice heard at San José City Hall! Let the City Council know we need to stand up to HCA and push for real solutions to our mental health crisis.

Your voice matters—together, we can ensure no one is left behind. Let’s show HCA that Mental Health Can’t Wait!

Sign up and learn more using the link in our bio 🔗

📢 Powerful change is in motion! Our rally to sh

📢 Powerful change is in motion! Our rally to shed light on HCA Healthcare's harmful disinvestments in San Jose was spotlighted by @kron4tv, showcasing the strength and resilience of our community. From advocates to impacted families, our voices united for a single purpose: ensuring every person has access to the care they need. This is about doing what's right for our county during a deepening mental health crisis, and our fight is far from over. We’re committed to fighting for accessible, equitable healthcare that can't be made vulnerable by a single corporation.

Join us on November 18th for a rally in front of Good Samaritan Hospital, and on the 19th during the San José City Council Meeting. We need action, not empty promises. When mental health services disappear, it’s our families, friends, and neighbors who suffer.

Follow us for updates on this campaign.

Link to the full story is in our bio 🔗

📢 Join us on Wednesday, Nov 13, as we demand th

📢 Join us on Wednesday, Nov 13, as we demand that HCA Healthcare put our community's health before profits! Their divestment from essential services at Regional Medical Center and Good Samaritan has severely impacted healthcare access for Santa Clara County. It’s time for HCA to take responsibility and meet with community members to discuss how they can support our health rather than undermine it.

We’re calling for the full restoration of mental health services at Good Samaritan and the creation of a patient protection fund to prevent further cuts to critical care. Together, we can make sure HCA’s priorities reflect our community’s needs. Stand with us and let’s show that our health comes first! 💪

Get updates from the campaign! Sign up using the QR Code or by going to the link in our bio 🔗

In trying times like these, we draw strength from

In trying times like these, we draw strength from each other and renew our commitment to stand with our communities.

Our current political reality comes with deepening challenges for many vulnerable communities—but in the face of these challenges, we will not back down. We will channel fear into action, rise above division, and build the future our communities deserve.

Our pledge is simple but powerful: to defend the rights of the most vulnerable, confront greed and authoritarianism, and uphold justice, inclusion, and resilience. We will continue to strengthen our networks of solidarity and sanctuary in Santa Clara County and beyond. Because together, we can forge a world where everyone—regardless of skin color, gender, religion, or zip code—thrives.

Read the full message from our Executive Director, Maria Noel Fernandez and learn how you can be part of this movement using the link in our bio. 🔗 We’re in this fight together, and we’ll continue to show up for each other, for our families, for our future.

Our team at Working Partnerships USA has proudly c

Our team at Working Partnerships USA has proudly cast our votes, adding our voices to the powerful chorus calling for a future that reflects the hopes, needs, and dreams of our community. 🗳️ We believe in a world where everyone’s voice matters, and we've made sure ours were heard at the ballot box!⁠
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If you haven’t had the chance to vote yet, there’s still time! The polls are open for just a few more hours, and it’s not too late to make a difference. Remember that your voice is a vital thread in the tapestry of our vibrant democracy. Every vote strengthens our collective power to advocate for a just and equitable future.⁠
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So grab your friends, family, and neighbors—let’s finish strong and make sure everyone has their say. Together, we can create real, lasting change for our community. Head to the polls now and let’s show up for one another!⁠
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#EveryVoteCounts

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