The Human Rights Clinic Symposium

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The forum, entitled “Advancing Care for Asylum Seekers: A Multidisciplinary Forum” brought together various providers to highlight the impactful work being done in support of asylum seekers. We heard from legal expert Julie Bourdoiseau who discussed the impact of current immigration laws and policies on …

PTR’s Community Vision Night

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On Thursday, October 24th, we gathered for a truly inspiring evening, where we connected, shared stories and laid the groundwork for stronger partnerships as we work to build a healing space for trauma recovery in our community. At the heart of the night was the …

Gathering for Immigration and Social Justice

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On Friday, April 16th, PTR’s African Communities Program, in partnership with the University of San Francisco and African Advocacy Network, facilitated a conference on Immigration and Social Justice with influential students, educators, and leaders in the African community. The conference was an all-day event, and …

How Remote Learning is Impacting Immigrant Children

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PTR Board Member Dr. Sita Patel was featured in a NY Times article on how remote learning due to COVID-19 is particularly a challenge for English Language Learners. “For English-language learners, if you’re not having those casual, informal, low-stakes opportunities to practice English, you’re really …

Prop 20 Would Reverse California Justice Reforms

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The following Op-Ed appeared in the Orange County Register. Prop. 20 would be a major setback for re-envisioning our criminal justice system By Leah Spelman As the executive director of a trauma recovery center that serves crime survivors, calls to “defund the police” in the wake of the …

De-Stressing and Shaping Peace Together

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The Greater a Community’s Loss in Common Ground, The Greater the Resulting Gain in Violence By Jean Pierre Ndagijimana, PTR African Communities Wellbeing Coordinator On September 21st of each year, the United Nations observes the International Day of Peace. This day marks the UN’s declared …