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Change.Now.

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Another life ended far too soon. In the wake of the heartbreaking and needless shooting of Stephon Clark, we stand with the Sacramento community and the nation — horrified and saddened, but resolved to strengthen our work to stop the violence and the tragic, unacceptable loss of young Black lives.

The unfortunate reality is that no neighborhood or child is immune to the trauma that gun violence generates. Young people need to be safe in their community, where they can learn and grow, they need community institutions that support them, schools to educate them, public safety to protect them, public systems that uphold their rights, and people in their lives who care about them and nurture them.

Communities of color have historically suffered and continue to suffer more pain and loss than others, but we know this community is strong and resilient. And while we are grappling in Sacramento with the tragic passing of Stephon Clark, in reality it is not just a city issue, but a national one. We must do better to shift the law enforcement culture and make immediate changes so that no more young lives will be taken at the hands of police. Instead of reacting to each tragedy as it occurs, we need to be proactive to build public systems where this outcome is no longer an option. We stand committed to connecting young people to opportunity, to wrapping families with the support they need to heal deep wounds and to working with our partners to create lasting change. Let’s do so in honor of Stephon Clark and the many other Black men who have lost their lives.

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Health Leadership Program Class XV applications due April 16

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The Health Leadership Program strengthens the skills of leaders in nonprofit organizations and public agencies whose mission is dedicated to improving health and quality of life in their communities. We’re pleased to continue the program in 2018 and invite current and emerging leaders in Northern California and the San Joaquin Valley to apply.

Class fellows identify the core values and leadership strengths that drive their personal approach to work and working with others. Throughout the program, they work and learn with other organizational leaders, nationally respected leadership trainers and faculty to develop innovative approaches to identifying and tackling complex social challenges, and learn how to coach and engage staff and teams, as well as lead and manage change processes.

Applications are due by April 16 at noon. Learn more and download the brochure and application materials on the Health Leadership Program web page.

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Black women leaders host gathering at Sierra Health Foundation to address the status of Black women and girls

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Sistallect, Inc. partnered with Sierra Health Foundation to bring 100 Black women leaders from throughout the state to Sacramento on March 14 to develop a strategic policy platform and action plan to improve the quality of life for Black women and girls in California. The all-day event at Sierra Health Foundation focused on data that shows Black females in California are faring far less well than their counterparts in employment, housing, health and economics. A strategic platform and agenda based on the outcomes identified at the forum will be released.

Photo: California State Senator Holly Mitchell and Sierra Health Foundation President and CEO Chet P. Hewitt

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Diane Littlefield receives Woman of the Year Award from California State Senate

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Sierra Health Foundation Vice President of Programs and Partnerships Diane Littlefield received a Woman of the Year Award from the California State Senate on March 12. Senator Richard Pan (CA-6) nominated Diane, who was one of 40 women throughout the state honored for her accomplishments. The Woman of the Year event was founded in 1987 by Assemblywoman Bev Hansen (R) and Assemblywoman Sally Tanner (D) in celebration of Women’s History Month. This yearly event is sponsored and organized by the Women’s Caucus. We congratulate Diane on this well-deserved honor.

Photo: State Senator Dr. Richard Pan, Diane Littlefield and Mark Littlefield.

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WayUp Sacramento partners with The Center

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The Center recently became a fiscal sponsor for WayUp Sacramento, a comprehensive community-building organization that supports the health, welfare and sustainable prosperity for children and families in Sacramento’s Oak Park neighborhood. Its multi-faceted approach to community building integrates five strategies supporting the different layers of the social-ecological model. Programs focus on education, health and health access, housing, employment and nutrition. We’re pleased to welcome Program Manager Michael Blair, Program Coordinator Sommer Hayes and Project Coordinator Rubie Simonsen to our team. Learn more on the WayUp Sacramento web site.

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Gathering for GLORY to be held on April 19

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The Black Child Legacy Campaign is planning this second annual conference – Giving Love to Our Rising Youth – to bridge the wisdom, perspectives and experiences from the faith-based community with those of advocacy groups, stakeholders, service providers and communities to reduce African American child deaths in Sacramento County. The conference will be held at the South Sacramento Christian Center on April 19 and will feature keynote speaker Pastor Michael McBride, Director of PICO National Network’s LIVE FREE Campaign, as well as other speakers, and will include workshops, vendors and space for community action planning. This is a free event and volunteer opportunities are available.

Learn more on the Black Child Legacy Campaign web site.

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Talk Boldly podcast highlights People Power

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Hosted by Sierra Health Foundation and highlighting the authentic voice of community leaders who inspire us, our Talk Boldly podcast series features conversations on the systemic, social and cultural issues impacting our communities, and offers insight from expert guests on how communities can make their own impact.

Our most recent podcast is titled People Power: Bringing Community Members, Organizations and Elected Officials Together for Change.

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Arvin Mayor Jose Gurrola, Jr. speaks with Sukaina Hussain, Community Organizer with Faith in the Valley in Fresno at a January San Joaquin Valley Leadership Executive Committee meeting, highlighting how elected officials, community organizations and advocates can, should and do collaborate to bring about change, including mobilizing voters. They also talk about the importance of elected officials developing meaningful working relationships with their constituents and local community organizations. Powerful voices for their communities, Mayor Gurrola and Ms. Hussain demonstrate the developing and successful partnership between public and private entities working to create opportunity in the San Joaquin Valley.

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Development Minute video series offers quick tips for nonprofit fundraising, capacity building

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In collaboration with Association of Fundraising Professionals – California Capital Chapter, we’re pleased to share the Development Minute video series with insights to help nonprofits build organizational and personal capacity to raise funds, recruit board members and donors, and develop relationships with partners and community members. Development Minute: Board Engagement features Kim Rhinehelder, Vice President of Communications, Outreach and Philanthropy for Eskaton, which serves aging adults. Kim shares a quick tip about maintaining an active and vibrant board of directors. Take a minute to build your development skills!

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Exhibit features reflections of Western and Eastern visual cultures

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Visitors to our Conference and Education Center have the opportunity to view an art exhibit showcasing the work of Brenda Louie, a Chinese-American painter and mixed-media art installation artist. Through the years, Louie’s work increasingly engaged her Chinese diaspora experiences, fusing memory and reflections of Western and Eastern visual cultures. The exhibit features pieces from multiple series, including “Flowers from the Sky,” and will be on display through April at 1321 Garden Highway in Sacramento.

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#PeoplePursuing

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Throughout 2018, we’re continuing to highlight the work of our partners through the #PeoplePursuing campaign. We invite you to visit our Facebook and Instagram pages for new inspiring posts!

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