Uplifting those impacted by systemic inequities & poverty through medical and behavioral care, navigation, workforce enterprises, housing, outreach & advocacy.
Join us tomorrow for the 40x40 Peace Committee Kickoff—an afternoon to learn more about the Peace Committees and how you can get involved.
📅 June 27 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍Lodestar
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Roots is partnering with MTC to get your feedback on the Draft 2026 Public Participation Plan. Help shape how regional planning decisions are made across the Bay Area!
⏱️ 10 minutes or less
🎁 Enter to win a $50 gift card
Take the survey: https://t.co/Hq67jKwqFP
Thank you to @NEJM for featuring Dr. Noha Aboelata on the *Intention to Treat* podcast.
This powerful episode explores the story of the pulse oximeter and how race-based assumptions in medicine — can mean life of death.
🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://t.co/ydPJR9g1RR
Join us as we celebrate fathers, mentors, role models, and male leaders in our community!
📅 Sat., June 27 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM
📍 1811 S. 7th St., Suite D, San Jose
This event is a space for men to connect about fatherhood, mental health, and growth: https://t.co/V2W5S9Mkl7
Step into better health 👟
Our monthly Diabetes Wellness Walk Group meets the last Saturday of every month from 9:00–10:30 AM!
📍Cuesta Park in Mountain View (BBQ pits)
Move your body, meet new people, & support your health! (Open to both Roots patients and community members).
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Promoting Peaceful Families and Communities: Maintaining Progress in Reducing Gun Violence in Alameda County
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If you know a young person in #Oakland (ages 13–26) who could use extra support, send them this! 🙌🏾
Our YPWC offers free walk-in services (from medical care to mental health support), on Wednesdays and Thursdays, in a welcoming, youth-friendly environment.
Fathers in the #SouthBay, join us for a celebration of fathers, mentors, role models, and male leaders.
📅 June 27 | 12:30–3:30 PM
📍1811 S. 7th St., San Jose
Food, wellness services, community resources & more: https://t.co/kZMFV7C0ac
#RootsEmpowers#FathersDay#BayAreaEvents
Happy Father's Day! Today, we honor all the fathers and father figures who guide, support, & lead with love.💙
Whether you're staff, a partner, supporter or member—we’re grateful for you every day.
We stand with those for whom this day brings grief. We see you & honor you. 🫶🏾
Today we honor the strength, resilience, & rich culture of Black communities across the nation. Juneteenth celebrates freedom & honors the struggles endured in pursuit of it.
As we reflect on the past, we also look toward a future where equity & opportunity exist for all.
Strong communities are built through trust & collective action.
The 40x40 Peace Committee Kickoff brings together leaders & residents working to interrupt violence & create safer neighborhoods!
📅 June 27 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍Lodestar Academy
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Behind the scenes of our Youth Wellness Garden🌱
Open to Oakland youth ages 13–26, this is a space for youth to learn hands-on gardening skills, grow their own fresh, healthy food and build community outdoors!
📅Every Wednesday from 3–5 PM
📍7823 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA
Kickback Friday just got even better! 🎉
We’ve extended our hours for the Summer—now here until 9 PM! Bring your friends, hang out, and connect in a safe, youth-friendly space with your community. ✨
Don’t miss it—see you this Friday! 🙌🏾
Parents-to-be, our Birth Education Classes are back in session!
We have 6 weeks of hands-on sessions for your parenting journey, so you can feel more informed and confident every step of the way. 🌱🤰🏾
RSVP here: https://t.co/ig0deC6GWX
At Roots, we want to ensure that everyone who walks through our doors is met with dignity, compassion, and care in a place where they are seen, valued, respected, and supported.
This #PrideMonth, we reaffirm our commitment to providing a safe and inclusive space for everyone!
The People's Health Briefing will not air this Tuesday, June 16th.
We will be back, next Tuesday at 10am.
Please check out our archives for previous episodes: https://t.co/eLOihQ2WW4
40x40 Neighborhood Empowerment Day countdown starts now! 🌟
Tomorrow is all about community, connection, & resources.
📅 Saturday, June 13 | 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 7929 Ney Ave
🔗: https://t.co/PxOlStEWiv
Bring your family & neighbors for a day of food, fun, & love for #EastOakland!
“Peace is not passive—it is something we build together.”
Join us for the 40x40 Peace Committee Kickoff with guest speakers, live performances, and ways to get involved.
📅 June 27 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍Lodestar Academy
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