PinnedFoundations in my BackyardHow I came to the pro-housing movement and why I continue to do the work There’s a particular housing moment I never forget, a grand opening of affordable homes that was very meaningful to me. It was Colma’s Veterans Village and at the time I was working as an Organizer…Yimby3 min read
Jan 3Creating homes for the holidaysOh the weather outside is frightful, but sometimes there is no fire to be delightful. Have you ever read the lyrics to “Let it Snow”? How different would it be if you were unhoused or your housing situation was precarious? I think about it every holiday season. It’s that time…Housing Crisis4 min read
Jan 23, 2021Housing Our Most Vulnerable Populations with Project HomekeyWritten November 20, 2020 You might be wondering why this strange image is in our newsletter. When it comes to the topic of those experiencing homelessness, I struggle to write out how I feel. I have so much to say and sometimes my emotions get the better of me. …Homelessness2 min read
Jan 23, 2021How We Choose to ServeA Martin Luther King Jr Day Reflection by Alex Melendrez Martin Luther King Jr. Day is sometimes known as a “Day of Service”. “A day on, not a day off” is the phrase. Dr. King’s legacy was deeply rooted in service and addressing pressing community needs. In 1966, Reverend Martin…Martin Luther King3 min read
May 27, 20202020 Census HaikuWhy fill out the Census? https://my2020census.gov/ Redistribution Electoral College vote Representation. Source material Future research references Truthful “Studies show”. Community health Allocating resources 1.5 trillion.Haiku1 min read
Apr 22, 2020Earth Day Haiku at Home“Earth High School” Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day Sheltering At Home Summer, class dismissed Silence. Fall brings old echos Earth High School awaits.Haiku2 min read
Apr 11, 2020Shelter in Place HaikuA Rejuvenation of Human Enjoyment Sheltering at home Dreaming when this is over Time to look ahead. Sea of team colors Disjointed conversations *CRACK!* Unified Cheer! Friends gather close by Group laughing, glasses meet. *Clink!* “Make sure to tag me”. Door Rings. Butterflies. Sitting across someone new? Time to say hello. Jogging to the beat Passing regular faces Just a quick high five.Haiku2 min read