News from the Frontlines
Hear from the voices of the movement and our partners fighting for justice and equity in Los Angeles.
August 2025
In this month’s issue of News from the Frontlines, we share breaking news, inspiring insights, and take you behind-the-scenes of local movements for social change. Read on to learn about the recent #Freethe50 youth-powered community action, find out how to take action to Protect LA’s Health & Safety Over Big Oil’s Profits, and discover our new Voices from the Frontlines series centering the voices of frontline organizers and activists! This and so much more in this month’s issue!
Youth Organizers Lead the Fight to #FreeThe50
Youth power was on full display at the recent #Freethe50 rally, where youth justice advocates from across the county came together for a powerful community action centering the voices of youth in the important fight to end the incarceration of girls and gender-expansive youth. Read on to learn about the recent action and watch the recap video below!
Cecilia Josephine of Young Women’s Freedom Center
Our new Voices from the Frontlines series centers the voices of local organizers and activists that are moving the needle to make social change possible in Los Angeles. Watch the first installment of the series, featuring an inspiring original poem titled “Free the 50” by Young Women’s Freedom Center youth activist, Cecilia Josephine.
Sign the Petition to Protect LA’s Health & Safety Over Big Oil’s Profits
In 2022, the LA City Council took bold action to phase out drilling within city limits. But in 2024, after lawsuits from oil companies, in a disappointing decision, a judge ruled to overturn the ordinance. Now, thanks to a new state law, City Council has the power to swiftly readopt the ordinance and protect frontline communities from the health harms of drilling. Read on to learn about what you can do to help!
Catch Up on Season 4 Today!
Liberty Hill’s award-winning podcast, Conversations From The Frontlines, is back with a brand new season filled with exciting insights and genuine conversations about what it takes to move justice forward in our region! Read on to learn more about the thought-provoking authors featured in the first four episodes of our thrilling new season!
Meet Our Newest Hiller, Deepika!
Please join us in welcoming our newest Hiller, Deepika Kandula! Get to know our newest Hiller and learn more about their passion for social justice, what they’re looking forward to the most at Liberty Hill, and more in the video below!