The Collaborative Bulletin
June Recap
By Jasmine Corena and Cesar Salto
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Building Stronger Families Through Connection
The West Modesto Community Collaborative recently hosted their first Parent Café, creating a welcoming space for community members to come together, connect, and share their experiences. Parent Cafés are designed to strengthen families by creating opportunities for meaningful conversations, building relationships, and recognizing the strengths that exist within themselves, each family, and community.
Through guided discussions and shared storytelling, participants explored topics related to individual and family well-being, resilience, and the Protective Factors that help families thrive. The gathering encouraged parents and caregivers to reflect on their strengths, learn from one another, and build supportive connections with others in the community.
We are grateful for the collaboration and support of Sutter Health, Stanislaus County Health Agency, Love Our Neighbors (A program of Love Stanislaus County), and Be Strong Families in bringing this Parent Café to our community. Their support helped create an engaging and supportive experience for participants....... Read More
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CEO Message
June was another meaningful and inspiring month for our agency and the communities we are honored to serve.
Across Stanislaus County and Modesto, Juneteenth celebrations brought our community together to honor freedom and recognize the history, strength, and lasting contributions of the Black community.
As we reflect on this important day, we must remember both the pain and suffering endured by generations before us and the progress made through their courage, resilience, and leadership. Their struggle and determination helped open doors for many communities, and their legacy reminds us to continue working toward freedom, justice, and Read More.......
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Your Voice Matters! Vote!
Although voting is an essential part of civic participation, and a right we have as Americans, very few people, unfortunately, actually go out and vote.
And that number is even less for minorities: Hispanics, African Americans, and women, as is the case for several residents in our community. The West Modesto Community Collaborative had the League of Women Voters of Stanislaus County come in to give a presentation to community members about voting statistics in our county and to give basic information about how residents can be more engaged in voting for elected officials and for different propositions.
One community member expressed that she was surprised at how few people actually come out to vote and that the presentation helped her understand that everybody's vote matters. Another said that she had learned that you don't have to vote for every single proposition on a ballot, and that she was now interested in joining the League of Women Voters as there is no age restriction to join.
Every one's voice matters and we encourage our local community members to exercise their right to vote, and to trust in their ability to have a say in the decisions that are made in their community.
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CWOP Migrant Center Visits
The California Workplace Outreach Project (CWOP) team recently visited the Patterson, Empire, and Westley Migrant Centers in Stanislaus County to reconnect with migrant workers and their families who have settled into their housing units for the season. These visits provided an opportunity to build relationships, share resources, and better understand the needs of the communities being served.
As part of the outreach efforts, the team distributed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kits containing essential summer items for workers, including bandanas, masks, gloves, electrolytes, and other helpful supplies designed to support health and safety in the field......Read More
| | | Juneteenth is more than a single day or month; it is a reminder to honor Black history, celebrate Black culture, and recognize the resilience, leadership, and contributions of Black communities every day. While Juneteenth commemorates freedom, it also calls us to continue advancing equity, justice, and opportunity all year long. | | Pride is a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, honoring the courage, resilience, and diversity of those who have fought, and continue to fight, for equality, acceptance, and belonging. Pride reminds us that everyone deserves to be seen, valued, and celebrated, not just during Pride Month, but every day of the year. | |
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Vibin' with West Modesto!
Join us as we talk with Griselda Rojas about her years of advocacy work, her experiences supporting immigrant youth and families, and her current role as a community organizer! We discuss the challenges communities face and why advocacy continues to matter today.
Don't forget to check out our 'Vibe Songs' playlist!
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