Five Reasons Why You Should Attend A Virtual All Peoples Celebration
Every year, thousands of diverse community members in San Diego gather to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the All Peoples Celebration, and collectively reflect on our shared effort to build a more inclusive democracy. On January 17th, 2022, Alliance San Diego invites you to join us once again at the 34th annual All Peoples Celebration. Due to the rising cases of COVID-19 and the Omicron Variant, it is with a heavy heart that we will be pivoting to a fully virtual 34th All Peoples Celebration. Although we are disappointed that we won’t be able to celebrate in person, this shift is necessary for Alliance San Diego to do our part in keeping the community safe and healthy. We appreciate your continued support and patience as we work to advocate for the health and safety of our community members. We look forward to seeing you virtually at the 34th Annual All Peoples Celebration! Every year, musicians, dancers, performers and speakers share the stage to create an inspiring program with an uplifting energy. We’re so excited to celebrate with you, that we’ve listed five reasons why you should register for the 34th annual All Peoples Celebration today!
Read moreHistory of the All Peoples Celebration
For over 30 years, the All Peoples Celebration has honored the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in San Diego. The All Peoples Celebration is a chance for diverse community members across San Diego and across the social justice movement to gather and reflect on the teachings of Dr. King and what it means to build an inclusive democracy together here in San Diego and across the country.
We’d like to share how this event came to be during the 1980’s and how Alliance San Diego has carried the torch to hold this event in honor of Dr. King.
Read moreRedistricting results in San Diego
Over the last several months, Alliance San Diego has been part of several joint efforts with partners in San Diego and across the state on redistricting, the process used by governments to redraw political district boundaries every ten years after the Census.
Read moreURGENT ACTION 12/9: Tell the SD County Redistricting Commission it must prioritize equitable representation for BIPOC communities
As you may know, we are nearing the end of the redistricting process at all levels. Today we need your support with the County Redistricting Commission.
This evening at 5:30pm the Commission will be voting to approve a map that dilutes Black and Latinx voting power (Citizens Voting Age Population CVAP) while empowering white voters in Supervisorial District 4. Specifically, removing Spring Valley, Paradise Hills, and Skyline areas and replacing them with Clairemont Mesa.
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