News From The Frontlines
Hear from the voices of the movement and our partners fighting for justice and equity in Los Angeles.
July 2022
As we head into the heat of the summer, the push for transformative change doesn’t slow down. Read on to learn more about recent local developments in the area of Youth & Transformative Justice—including the launch of the new Department of Youth Development—a huge milestone after years of organizing and community leadership. And check out our “Lend Your Voice” contest to help us shape the next season of our Podcast: Conversations From the Frontlines!
Spotlight on Youth & Transformative Justice
To challenge mass criminalization of Black, Brown, Native American and Indigenous peoples, Liberty Hill’s Youth & Transformative Justice focus seeks to shift power from punishment systems to people impacted by mass criminalization, dismantle these systems in Los Angeles County, and work toward reimagined approaches to justice that invest in communities rather than prisons and surveillance.
Department of Youth Development Launches
After nearly two decades of activism from local organizers, Los Angeles County has made history by launching a new Department of Youth Development!
Conversations From the Frontlines: Episode Six Launches!
Don’t Miss the Sixth Episode featuring The Honorable Peter P. Espinoza, a retired judge for the Superior Court of Los Angeles County and former director of the Los Angeles County Office of Diversion and Re-entry.
“Lend Your Voice to the Conversation” Podcast Contest!
We’re gearing up for Season Two of Liberty Hill’s podcast—"Conversations From The Frontlines: Real Talk, Real Change" and we want to hear from you! Is there a burning topic, issue, grassroots leader or local power player you’d like to hear from?
August is Make A Will Month
When you recognize Liberty Hill Foundation in your estate plans, you are making an investment in the future of Los Angeles.
Meet Our Newest Hillers!
Check out this short video below introducing two recent additions to our team: Jazlean Gipson, HR Generalist and Jessica Prieto, Program Manager of Public Partnerships!