Councilmembers Hutt and Price Honor Dr. Adrian Dove
March 8, 2025
Dr. Adrian Dove, a lifelong civil rights and economic equity champion, was recently honored by the Los Angeles City Council.
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Where We Go From Here: Turning Talk into Action
March 6, 2025
On March 1, community leaders, activists, and engaged citizens gathered at the Where We Go From Here event at Community Coalition in South Los Angeles. The event served as a call to action for equity, justice, and unity in the face of systemic challenges impacting the region.
REACH LA’s 3rd Annual Gala Honors LGBTQ+ Trailblazers on the Red Carpet
February 26, 2025
REACH LA’s 3rd Annual Gala red carpet celebration brought together some of the queer community’s biggest stars. Held on February 15th at Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles, the event raised awareness for the organization’s free mental health and creative arts programming for the LGBTQ+ community, with all proceeds supporting LA wildfire relief efforts.
More Than a Sermon: Reverend Victor Cyrus-Franklin Leads By Faith in Action
February 19, 2025
Reverend Victor Cyrus-Franklin, lead pastor of Holman United Methodist Church in Los Angeles, embodies putting faith into action.
USC’s Charlotta Bass Day Honors Black Journalism with Philonise Floyd and Lee Merritt
February 19, 2025
Charlotta Bass’s legacy lives on at USC, where the Bass Lab’s annual celebration continues to champion Black journalism and social justice.
Los Angeles Hosts Reparations Discussion Amidst Landmark Report Release
February 13, 2025
The City of Los Angeles took another step toward addressing historical injustices as city officials, scholars, and community leaders convened at the California African American Museum (CAAM) for “What’s Next for Reparations?” on Feb. 8.
Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King Discuss New Book and the Power of Living Legacy
January 1, 2025
Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King, prominent advocates for social justice and equality, recently sat down for an exclusive interview with the Los Angeles Sentinel to discuss their forthcoming book, “What Is My Legacy?: Realizing a New Dream of Connection, Love and Fulfillment.”
Bridging Divides with FACE – Faith and Community Empowerment
December 26, 2024
Long before Los Angeles County launched its LA vs. Hate campaign, Hyepin Im, president of Faith & Community Empowerment (FACE), was already working to bridge divides.
2024 in Review: 7 Questions for Social Justice Executive Kaci Patterson
December 25, 2024
Kaci Peterson, the founder and Chief Architect of Social Good Solutions and the Black Equity Collective, has over 18 years of experience in the non-profit and philanthropy sectors, managing several multi-million dollar grant-making portfolios.
Interfaith Dialogue Bridging Divides and Strengthening Community
December 4, 2024
An exploration of how interfaith dialogue, as discussed at USC’s Compelling Preaching Across Divides event, can bridge divides and inspire collective action in Los Angeles’ diverse communities.
Leimert Park Jazz Fest 360: Activism, Social Justice & Live Jazz
November 14, 2024
A distinguished panel of scholars and musicians weigh in on social justice and anti-racism.
BHERC Holds 30th Annual S.E. Manly African American Short Film Festival
October 31, 2024
Sandra J. Evers-Manly, president of the Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC), announced that the 30th Annual S. E. Manly African American Short Film Festival (SEMAASFF) will kick-off Friday, Nov. 15 at the Regal at LA Live, located at 1000 West Olympic Blvd. in downtown Los Angeles.
Ron Finley Presents Works in ‘Breath(e): Toward Climate and Social Justice’
September 11, 2024
Ron Finley, a South L.A. conservationist known for his renegade gardening, participates with more than 20 artists in the Getty’s region-wide initiative “PST ART: Art and Science Collide” with the Hammer presents “Breath(e): Toward Climate and Social Justice.”
Compton Art & History Museum Shines Light on Self Discovery
March 27, 2024
According to the values of the Compton Art & History Museum; reclaiming one’s identity is an act of social justice in its own right. Spearheaded by Abigail Lopez-Byrd and her husband Mark Byrd, the museum holds a new light that cultivates community growth and reflects the history found in surrounding neighborhoods. The museum looks to blend the multicultural experience of living in South L.A. by shaping the narrative found in art.
Bakewell Media and L.A. Sentinel Honor BLM-LA Co-founder Dr. Melina Abdullah
March 7, 2024
On behalf of Bakewell Media and the L.A. Sentinel, six incredible women will be honored at the “Power, Leadership and Influence of the Black Woman” event on Saturday, April 13, at the Fairmont Century Plaza.