A Community Conversation on Reparations

PHOTOS: Rochelle Porter Courtesy of Jacquelyn Clark On Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the Fourth District Seniors Resource Center, affectionately known as the George Stevens Center, located in the heart of the fourth district, local seniors embarked on a profound journey towards understanding and engaging with the concept of reparations in California. This event, aptly named “Towards Equity: The Road to Reparations in California,” brought together over 65 attendees, most of whom were esteemed elders over the age of 50, to explore the progress and challenges of reparations within the state.  The event received tremendous support and sponsorship from Rhonda Hunt Phillips and “JB” Thurmond Jr. Other contributors to the success of this event are Calvin Manson (Audio/Video/Photography), Mike Norris and Rochelle Porter (Photography).  The dedicated and committed volunteer staff of the Fourth District Seniors Center provided excellent food preparation and service of the free lunch provided to attendees. Angee Miller provided high quality customer service for the check in process. Debra Portee represented “Elderly Love”, a senior and elderly focused organization.  This endeavor placed a spotlight on the seniors and elders from the Black community and the precious histories they carry. They are the closest living descendants removed from...