Oakland's communities tell our own stories through short personal films followed by community dialogues with guest speakers. This is the second in a series of three events in October 2023.
"This Adventure Called California" (Jennifer Huang)
Recently-divorced Arnoldo comes to the United States from Mexico to win back his family but meets only brutality and despair, until a chance encounter at a racquetball court changes the course of his life.
- With guest speaker Arnoldo Lopez and community partners Rafael Bautista (US Advisory Council on Human Trafficking) and Josué Revolorio (Multicultural Institute).
"My Name is Lai" (Lucy Saephan)
Lai, a Mien American elder, shares her memories as a refugee survivor of war in hopes to heal invisible wounds and not be forgotten.
- With guest speaker and community partner Jae Saechao (Cold Rice Collective).
"Bayanihan & Resilience" (Jocelyn Tabancay Duffy)
Penny Baldado, a queer Filipino immigrant and proud owner of Café Gabriela, makes it through the COVID-19 pandemic by giving back to Oakland.
- With guest speaker and community partner Penny Baldado (Café Gabriela).
HEALTH AND SAFETY: Masks are recommended and will be provided at the event.