The Southern Border Communities Coalition, of which Alliance San Diego is a part of, is proud to participate in the Caravan Against Fear.

There are millions of people of color affected by the failed War on Drugs, but there's a bill in the California State Senate named SB 180 that would limit adding three-year prison terms on top of base sentences for repeat drug convictions. SB 180, also known as The Repeal Ineffective Sentencing Act, would reverse the ineffective policies of the War on Drugs and free up tax payer dollars to reinvest in community programs that would actually improve the quality of life in neighborhoods across California and especially here in San Diego.

Nearly 100 faith leaders, community activists, and border residents gathered on Friday, April 21, to deliver one message to the Trump administration: “We won’t shut up!”

As we enter the fourth week of our annual “I Have a Voice” giving campaign, we are reminded that our voices are a powerful medium to bring about change. Whether it’s a protest or a community forum, it’s important for us to speak up loudly about issues that affect our community.