News From The Frontlines
Hear from the voices of the movement and our partners fighting for justice and equity in Los Angeles.
November 2022
In this month’s issue Liberty Hill is celebrating the rich history and heritage of Native American and Filipino American People. Read on to learn more about our support of organizing led by members of these communities. Also in this issue, learn more about our recently released Community Land Trust Report, read about the expansion of the Empower energy efficiency program and much more!
Native American and Filipino Heritage Month
Liberty Hill is proud to celebrate the rich history and heritage of Native American and Filipino American People. We acknowledge and honor the original inhabitants of our various regions and support the resilience and strength that all Indigenous people have shown worldwide.
Community Advocate Laurie Jones Neighbors Remembered
The entire Liberty Hill Family mourns the untimely passing of a dedicated community advocate and friend—Laurie Jones Neighbors.
2022 Leadership Appreciation Brunch with Karen Bass
Liberty Hill Foundation’s Annual Leadership Appreciation Brunch has become LA’s favorite Fall gathering, where we recognize the outstanding impact of our Donor Activist community and discuss ways to achieve transformative change in Los Angeles.
emPOWER Program Expands Access Across Los Angeles
"emPOWER," a groundbreaking local environmental justice program, is expanding beyond L.A. County to bring savings, upgrades, and clean energy to more low-income Southern California residents.
Public Health Councils Highlights
As of the end of September, CWOs formed a total of 60 Public Health Councils which reached more than 12,900 employees and held over 1,110 conversations across a total of 159 unique employers.
Community Land Trust Report Showcases Power of Community Ownership
The independent report—commissioned by Liberty Hill with support from the California Endowment—examines the implementation of this acquisition and rehabilitation program and makes the case that CLTs can be an important model in responding to the housing and homelessness crisis as an alternative to traditional affordable housing.
Measure H and ULA Pass!
Liberty Hill is proud to announce that Pasadena Measure H and Measure United to House L.A. have passed! We are so grateful to each and every individual and organization that came together in support of United to House L.A. and Pasadena Measure H! These key progressive wins are big steps forward in making L.A. County a more just and equitable place for all.
Conversations From the Frontlines: Call the Full Season Now!
In case you missed any of the engaging episodes, you can check out the very first season of our Podcast Conversations From The Frontlines: Real Talk, Real Change with Shane Murphy Goldsmith here or on your favorite podcast platforms.