by Shina Robinson | Dec 7, 2023 | Climate Resilience, Oakland, Power to the Frontlines, SOMAH, Stories
Two pieces of very good news As world leaders at COP28 debate corporate schemes to keep burning fossil fuels, APEN is fighting for climate change solutions led by communities on the frontlines of climate disaster. This year, solutions that our communities have dreamed...
by Friends of Lincoln Square Park & APEN | Nov 8, 2023 | Climate Resilience, Oakland, Press Releases
Oakland wins $9.25m grant for the Lincoln Square Community Resilience and Recreation Center Photo by Stephen Woo Images Oakland, CA, November 3, 2023 — Oakland Chinatown is one big step closer to seeing our dream of a new 21st century center at Lincoln Square Park...
by Friends of Lincoln Square Park & APEN | Nov 8, 2023 | Climate Resilience, Oakland, Stories
Celebrating community, together. This park has served families and strengthened our community resiliency for generations and for the future. We are delighted to see the investment and recognition of our beloved park and recreation center. Tiffany Eng Co-Founder,...
by Sandy Saeteurn | Aug 7, 2023 | Richmond, Standing Up to Big Polluters, Stories
11 years ago, the Chevron refinery exploded. It wasn’t a surprise. Eleven years ago today, a massive fire at the Chevron Richmond refinery clouded the skyline and sent 15,000 Richmond residents to the hospital. APEN’s Contra Costa Political Manager Sandy Saeteurn, a...
by TEAM APEN | Jul 13, 2023 | Climate Resilience, Statewide
Exploring Potential Resilience Hubs in California Overview The Candidate Resilience Hub Mapping Tool (beta) allows users to explore opportunities for resilience hubs in communities throughout California. This interactive map contains information about: potential...
by TEAM APEN | May 11, 2023 | Richmond, Standing Up to Big Polluters, Stories
Flowers for our Families Chanh and Manh’s family pose together for a photograph in Richmond, California. Chanh stands second to top right; her brother Manh stands closer to center, holding his son. This May, APEN elders and youth will unveil a mural that pays tribute...