Thanks to the generous support from Haas, Jr. Fund Blue Shield of California Foundation & Weingart Foundation, we’re able to envision a better future through policy. ICYMI: Read our comprehensive evaluation of CA’s 2020 statewide redistricting process & our roadmap for future success ⭐️

Today is #BlackWomensEqualPayDay, not only do Black women face a staggering wage gap but to make matters worse, Black women’s share of the low-paid workforce is nearly 1.5x larger than their share of the overall workforce. Black women deserve better. nwlc.org/resource/when-…

There’s just no question that the expanded Child Tax Credit worked for hundreds of thousands of families. What does it look like when we believe in families? Supporting them with the resources they need to be healthy – that’s what the #CTC did. Bring it back. Make it permanent.

Congratulations to kristenrgo! Excited to continue to see great reporting out of CalMatters.

What a privilege to share innovations addressing #health #equity and #SDOH w/ Debbie I. Chang, CMS Innovation Ctr' Purva Rawal & Department of Health Care Services's Palav Babaria at 30th Princeton Conference & to meet so many health care icons who shaped my professional journey. Thank you The Heller School!

Check out our new podcast series for #DVAM! In episode 1, we talk with Time For Change Foundation and California Black Women's Health Project (CABWHP) about multigenerational prevention.

Join @Blueshieldfound OJP OVC @ca_partnership VALOR Culturally Responsive Domestic Violence Network FUTURES for a virtual briefing on Oct 20 to learn about the first ever US #NationalPlan to #EndGBV and opportunities for the Golden State to innovate & lead.

Too often implementation falls short in ensuring access for communities of color. Join Blue Shield of California Foundation webinar to learn about the value of strategically addressing implementation and how we can work together to improve paid leave programs.

Experts in #ViolencePrevention & #CommunitySafety will gather for a NASEM Health #PopHealthRT workshop Dec 6-7. Discussions will reimagine public safety & the program & policy interventions that address social determinants of health #sdoh. Register: ow.ly/ACBZ50PZSJ3

I'm thrilled to join this panel of experts today to talk about the deep connection between intimate partner violence & homelessness. The UCSF Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative team will share critical new data & policy recommendations to address these two issues together. Join us! homelessness.ucsf.edu/calendar/intim…

Glad to join with philanthropic peers in partnering with the state to build a more inclusive, equitable & just California. California Governor, Irvine Foundation, Blue Shield of California Foundation, Weingart Foundation Asset Funders Ntwk Jobs For The Future Social Finance Mayors for a Guaranteed Income Economic Security Project Mona Masri

1-in-5 women who become homeless in CA leave their homes to escape abuse by an intimate partner. Margot Kushel MD & Debbie I. Chang share why it's so hard for them to stay safe & regain housing + what could help. Read the report: homelessness.ucsf.edu/resources/repo… #DV Read Doug Smith's piece ⬇️

I was happy to speak with Los Angeles Times about how domestic violence is a major cause of homelessness. New UCSF Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative data shows this connection. We cannot solve one issue without addressing the other. latimes.com/california/sto…

Excited to be back with this impressive group today to talk about this important topic!

Is your organization considering collaborating with lived experts to improve research, program & policy outcomes? Join BHHI staff & Lived Expertise Advisory Board members to learn about their partnership & insights for your org! 🗓️Apr 17 | 12-1PM PDT homelessness.ucsf.edu/calendar/doing…

Excited to share this quarter's grantees!

This month's Intersections honors Care Worker Recognition Month & features research on women in the economy & CA's direct care workforce. Also find insights on narrative change & key findings from a child care entrepreneur program. mailchi.mp/blueshieldcafo…

California's Domestic Violence Housing First helps prevent thousands of survivors from experiencing homelessness. Now, CA will lose over half its federal funding for programs like this. It's critical the state replaces these funds to support survivors. capitolweekly.net/a-terrible-cho…

California statewide domestic violence coalition praises U.S. v. #Rahimi ruling for protecting survivors from gun violence Read our press release here: cpedv.org/press-release/…

This is amazing news! So excited to see California Governor make this investment to support survivors of violence. This funding will be life-saving for so many survivors of DV.