The special briefing sponsored by the California Department of Healthcare Services and organized by Ethnic Media Services and California black media, moderated by Sunita Sorabji EMS’s Healthcare Editor, provided crucial information about the redetermination process for the 15 million Medi-Cal enrollees in California. The briefing highlighted that after suspending the process throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, California now has 14 months to review the eligibility of these enrollees, during which an estimated two to three million Californians may leave the program nationwide, which is referred to as the “unwinding period.”
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The Thin Line Between Hate Crime and Hate Incident: What You Need to Know
Crimes motivated by hate not only harm individuals, but also undermine the safety and well-being of entire communities and the State as a whole. As the Attorney General of California, it is Rob Bonta’s responsibility to ensure that State laws are consistently and effectively enforced.
6 Steps to Take If You’ve Been a Victim of a Hate Crime: Protect Yourself, Seek Justice, and Find Support
Being a victim of a hate crime can be a traumatic experience. It is essential to know what steps to take to ensure your safety and seek justice. Here are some further details about the 6 steps you can take if you have been a victim of a hate crime.
Hate Crimes: Information For Victims And Where To Find Help
Hate Crimes: Information For Victims And Where To Find Help
Breaking the Cycle of Hate: Empowering Black and African Immigrants with Resources to Fight Hate Crimes
Hate crimes against black and African migrants have a devastating impact on individuals, families, and communities. These crimes are motivated by bias, prejudice, and discrimination, and can take many forms, including physical violence, harassment, and property damage. The effects of hate crimes on black and African migrants can be profound and long-lasting, both for the individuals directly affected and for the wider community.
Reproductive Rights and the 2024 Election: Why Women of Color Will Be a Deciding Force
The discussion at the Ethnic Media Services briefing highlighted the critical role that reproductive rights will play in the upcoming 2024 election cycle. Lupe Rodriguez, National Executive Director of the Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice, Ebony Baylor, Vice President of Government Affairs, In Our Own Voice: Black Women’s Reproductive Justice Agenda Yvonne Hsu, Chief Policy and Government Affairs Officer of the National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum (NAPAWF), and Suba Srinivasaraghavan, a field organizer for They See Blue, all emphasized the importance of reproductive freedom and abortion access in state politics, candidates’ platforms, and voters’ decisions.
The Pepper Tree Elementary Racist Bullying Scandal Underscores African Immigrants’ Naivete & Ignorance About White Privilege
In recent years, incidents of racist bullying have been on the rise in schools across the United States. Pepper Tree Elementary School, located in Upland, San Bernadino County, has recently been in the news for an incident of bullying and racism against an Ethiopian immigrant child. This incident highlights the serious issue of racism and discrimination in schools and the need for a proactive approach to addressing it.
Breaking the Silence: The Shocking Reality of Hate Crimes Against Black Immigrants in America
The history of hate against black immigrants in America is rooted in the country’s long history of racism and discrimination against people of color. Black immigrants have faced various forms of hostility, discrimination, and marginalization over the years.
ELAC’s Annual International Animation Day Celebrates Czech Animation
East Los Angeles College, Cinema Without Borders Foundation and Consulate General of Czech Republic Los Angeles present the Eight Edition of ELAC International Animation Day dedicated to the Czech Animation on Saturday April 15th from 12:30 PM to 4 PM.
The 18th South East European Film Festival Opens April 26 with SONNE, Stunning Debut by Austrian-Kurdish Ingenue Kurdwin Ayub
The 18th annual South East European Film Festival, co-presented by ELMA, brings to Los Angeles U.S. premieres, European talent and an Industry Accelerator with seminars, panels and workshops. From April 26th through May 3rd, the competition festival will showcase movies from this culturally rich area in the East and Southeast Europe with a selection of features, documentaries and short films.