With the summer swiftly arriving and millions of Angelenos vaccinated, we may be getting back to "normal" soon. Of course, we know that the pandemic's impacts will be felt long after the economy fully opens, which is why we must continue coming together to protect those most vulnerable in our communities. From the looming wave of evictions to the continued mass incarceration of our poor and unhoused, from local oil drilling to the increase in NIMBY-ism across the city, we have a lot of "normal" to fight.

We are excited to have you with us as we keep up the struggle for justice.

Getting Ready for the 2022 Elections - Sunday, May 16, 3:00 - 4:30 PM

Local governments have hugely important elections coming up soon! Join us for an expert overview of the critical races on deck and exciting new progressive infrastructure we’re building with partners to overcome the right-wing backlash and win big. Plus a short workshop on campaign finance — the rules, how to find out where candidates are getting their money, and why campaigns cost so much money. We'll also share updates from our climate, housing, transportation, and criminal justice groups!

RSVP: https://www.laforward.org/events/2021/5/16/getting-ready-for-2022

Phonebank for Progressive Neighborhood Council Candidates - Monday, May 17, 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Elections for Neighborhood Council are happening right now and we have a short window of time to elect principled progressives to these important, official LA City organizations that are the lowest level of government. We need you to let your neighbors know they need to request ballots ASAP! Join us for a fun, virtual phonebank where we’ll call LA Forward Action members to ensure they request ballots and vote by mail for progressive candidates. Never phone-banked before? No problem -- we’ll provide training and support!

RSVP: https://www.laforward.org/events/2021/5/17/phonebank-for-progressive-nc-candidates

Issue Team Meetings

Housing Justice - Wednesday, May 12, 8:00 - 9:30 PM

Guest Eric Ares, Sr. Manager - Homeless Systems Change at United Way, will be presenting what U.S. District Court Judge David O. Carter's Injunction means for those unhoused in Los Angeles.

RSVP: https://www.laforward.org/events/2021/5/12/housing-justice-may-monthly-meeting

Criminal Justice - Sunday, May 16, 7:30 - 9:00 PM

Join us to hear updates from our volunteers about what criminal justice issues our affiliate groups are tackling, learn what actions you can take, and help us plan for our Spring teach-in.

RSVP: https://www.laforward.org/events/2021/5/16/criminal-justice-team-monthly-meeting

Transportation Justice - Monday, May 17, 8:00 - 9:00 PM

Join us for our monthly meeting! Learn about the latest Metro updates, opportunities to act on transit justice, and our upcoming plans for transit education.

RSVP: https://www.laforward.org/events/2021/5/17/may-transportation-justice-team-meeting

Regional Group Gatherings

Join us for our May regional group meetings, where we will (a) highlight opportunities to influence upcoming teach-ins and campaigns being led by LA Forward's issue groups (criminal justice, transportation justice, housing justice, and climate justice) *AND* (b) follow-up on our "power player" brainstorm from last month by sharing upcoming possibilities for YOU to meet with leaders and organizations in Los Angeles. As always, there will be time to meet and greet with folks in our community and share announcements about other local actions and happenings!