Only in San José

Welcome to "Only in San José" let's demystify and democratize the process of civic participation in local govt - ground zero of systemic change.

[Only in San José @ONLYinSJ]

ICYMI: Come check out this webinar on 02/18 @ 12:15pm and our 5-part series on the Civil Grand Jury: https://t.co/xD4TY9ZOPT

[Civil Grand Jury @CivilGrandJury]

Join us for a webinar on the #SantaClaraCounty Civil Grand Jury on February 18, 2026, at 12:15 p.m.

Register today: https://t.co/TfU2vyp2AG

[Civil Grand Jury @CivilGrandJury]

📣 SAVE THE DATE!

All residents are invited to attend a one-hour webinar on the Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury.

🗓️ February 18
⏰ 12:15 PM

Mark your calendars and email [email protected] to receive a notification when registration goes live.

We hope to see you there!

[ellina yin @ellinayin]

+Join your local city/county boards and commissions—not only will it give you firsthand experience on what it’s like to be in office but done well it can also create incredible change!

Follow 👉 @ONLYinSJ we’ve been making it easy for folks to navigate this space since 2020!

[Guy Marzorati 💯 @GuyMarzorati]

On @TheBayKQED today with @NotoriousECG

Santa Clara County Is About to Elect Its First Vietnamese American Supervisor

a look at the District 2 race between Betty Duong and Madison Nguyen

https://t.co/WJ5VyRDbXL

[Only in San José @ONLYinSJ]

🔈Check us out on the @EngagingCities Podcast with @SJRacialEquity: Episode 6 - Demystifying Local Government: Inside San Jose's Civics Masterclass... https://t.co/7nyNa8Zco1

[ellina yin @ellinayin]

Did you know @ONLYinSJ got its start with this program!? #k880champs is back and better than ever! Do you have a bold idea for transforming your city? Applications are open 🎉

#EconomicOpportunity #DowntownRevitalization #NeighborhoodRevitalization #PublicSpace #CivicTech

[Only in San José @ONLYinSJ]

Wow wow wow! Couldn’t agree more @barcelosknows another tie would be pretty epic!

Also those interested in the process of it all can check out our latest drop! Ep 28 The Recount Process https://t.co/ll9niyApjJ

[the life of a comms girl ❤️‍🔥 @barcelosknows]

I know they’re still counting votes, but it would be absolutely hilarious if it remained tied even after a recount. All that PAC money spent for nothing. This truly could not be more ridiculous and dramatic.

[Only in San José @ONLYinSJ]

Our goal is to provide civic education for members of our community for the purpose of building and sustaining a functional democracy.

Sign up and join us on this civic journey into community power!

[Only in San José @ONLYinSJ]

Our Civics Masterclass partnership with PACT 2024 Civics Cohort is now live!

Dinner, Childcare, and Spanish/Vietnamese Translation Provided | Hybrid Option | Somatic Civic Meditations

RSVP: https://t.co/TO7suhjDD7

[Only in San José @ONLYinSJ]

📢 @SJRacialEquity and @ONLYinSJ are pleased to announce that the @CityofSanJose Civics Masterclass is now live, in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
https://t.co/Dz3bRsSNbM

[ellina yin @ellinayin]

🧵This Tuesday, December 13 from 12pm - 2:30pm come check out the great work of @SJSU #Asian American Studies Student Oral histories collected from Asian-Americans in @SCCgov , along with additional oral histories that the students have conducted themselves. (1/5)

[Fmr. Councilmember Raul Peralez @CMRaulPeralez]

HEADS UP: Beginning today and through the end of the year, City Council meetings will begin at 11am due to a number of big ticket policies and projects landing on our agenda. All are welcome and encouraged to join us live or online. Here's a look at key items for today...

[Fmr. Councilmember Raul Peralez @CMRaulPeralez]

TONIGHT from 6-7pm, join the @CityofSanJose Youth Commission for a Youth Town Hall where you can share your ideas, concerns, and experiences and help he City help you! Participate on Zoom: https://t.co/hgPSzet0eM

#wearesanjose #youthcommission #youthtownhall #shareyourvoice

[Only in San José @ONLYinSJ]

#ElectionDay is upon us! If you're looking for a place to weather the storm #ElectionNight join OSJ Podcast host Ellina Yin @onalilrampage and Dr. Angelica Cortez @fancygelz for a fun conversation and live music this evening at @MACLAarte

[ellina yin @ellinayin]

Join me @MACLAarte Nov 8 for @SJSUcommunities @DiversitySJSU #ElectionNight Transforming Communities: Racial Justice is A Movement, Not a Moment: A conversation with Dr. Angela Cortez @fancygelz “Don’t Talk About It, Be About It: Art off the Canvas”
https://t.co/l3Nb2TSk00

[ellina yin @ellinayin]

Join me @MACLAarte Nov 8 for @SJSUcommunities @DiversitySJSU #ElectionNight Transforming Communities: Racial Justice is A Movement, Not a Moment: A conversation with Dr. Angela Cortez @fancygelz “Don’t Talk About It, Be About It: Art off the Canvas”
https://t.co/l3Nb2TSk00

[ellina yin @ellinayin]

🕵🏻‍♀️ Great reporting by @nguyenntrann and the things you didn't know about the #BrownAct and California 🌞sunshine laws.

[CASSY – Counseling & Support Services for Youth @cassybayarea]

Ellina Yin: A 1st-generation Cambodian American born & raised in San Jose, she founded @ONLYinSJ to "demystify & democratize the process of civic engagement in local govt." Commissions may seem less glamorous but they impact your daily life––there's power in the details.

[Only in San José @ONLYinSJ]

Government #BoardsCommissionsCommittees you probably never heard of:

[Ways and Means Democrats @WaysMeansCmte]

Let’s be clear: Social Security does not contribute a 👏single 👏penny to the deficit.

Americans have paid for these earned benefits over DECADES of hard work.

Social Security is a sacred commitment to MILLIONS of workers, retirees, and seniors, and it must be protected.

[CASSY – Counseling & Support Services for Youth @cassybayarea]

At #NonprofitRacialJusticeSummit by @ThriveAlliance & @SVCN, @cassybayarea Exec Dir @Marico4LG moderated Breaking Barriers & Building Power.

A stellar panel––all women of color––discussed their service in elected/appointed office.
@amourence1 @darciegreen @ONLYinSJ @kalimama99

[Only in San José @ONLYinSJ]

Come and learn all about what it takes to serve as an appointed commissioner and more!

[Marico for Los Gatos @Marico4LG]

Join us for Breaking Barriers & Building Power on Wednesday, November 2, 11-12 am. Our panelists @amourence1, @darciegreen, @ONLYinSJ, and @kalimama99 will discuss their journeys as elected officials/commissioners of color. Register: https://t.co/BOLADPVtxk