On November 16, 2021, because of the incredible organizing of Free Our Kids Coalition (of which Genesis is a part of) and our allies on the Juvenile Justice Coordinating Committee, we delivered to the Alameda County Board of Supervisors: 120 hand-signed letters from Alameda County residents from all five districts; a 12 Clergy Sign On Letter from Genesis faith leaders, and a copy of our online petition which now has over 1000 signatures!! Every county in California must submi

Communication between the Hearing and the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) worlds has been quite complex amid this pandemic. Those who use hearing aid devices such as hearing aids and cochlear implants may find it hard to communicate with those behind their masks. For example, I find it hard to understand what others are saying behind their masks since their speech becomes too muffled. Although, I rather have them wear their masks to protect both of us. A couple of ways a Heari

“Paratransit provides transportation for people with disabilities who are unable to use the regular, fixed route transit service that serves their region. Paratransit usually provides door-to-door service for people who call to reserve a ride” - Disability Rights Texas The issue of paratransit service is an occurring issue that affects our families, friends, and communities. We may know a loved one who relies on para transit. As a gentle reminder, becoming disabled does not a

With sadness, Genesis expresses our condolences to the family and loved ones of Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan (District 3). Sup. Chan was tragically killed by a driver while walking in Alameda on November 3, 2021. Marcia Lovelace, a delegate on the Genesis Leadership Council offered a reflection, "In many years of attending long, boring and frustrating Alameda County Board of Supervisors meetings, I often saw Wilma Chan step out of the "politician" box and show her hum

On September 30th, 2021, the City of Pleasanton held a meeting in conjunction with the Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD), where they discussed how the School Resource Officer Program (SRO program) instituted by the city is affecting schools across Pleasanton. For nearly 20 years, there has been no agreement between the Pleasanton Police department and PUSD. During this meeting, speakers were able to address their concerns to members of the Pleasanton City Council, and