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Live podcasts of zoom and on-site roundtable news briefings that bring ethnic media together with experts, officials, nonprofit leaders, and advocates to exchange perspectives on urgent issues. Watch and Follow the Conversation.

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Legal Immigrants, Green Card Holders, Naturalized Citizens—Who’s Safe from Deportation Dragnet?

Mar 28 | Trump's immigration crackdown targets not just criminals but legal residents, visa holders & applicants. Humanitarian protections are revoked, secret deportations occur, and policies now include immigrant registration, IRS cooperation, and social media scrutiny. Experts explain your rights.

70 Million Americans Face Loss of Healthcare as Congress Proposes $800 Billion Cut to Medicaid

Mar 21 | Speakers discuss the proposed $800 Billion cut to the Medicaid budget and its impact on low-income working families, children and the elderly.

Voting Rights Under Attack in the South

Mar 14 | Supreme Court Reviews Louisiana Redistricting Case – This case now presents the next major test in this ongoing legal battle. With state leaders actively working to weaken voting protections, the outcome of this case could have national ramifications for voting rights and representation across the country.

Resource Assistance to Minority Small Businesses Affected by LA Fires

Mar 13 | The briefing offers essential information for business owners seeking assistance and for media outlets covering the ongoing recovery efforts.

How Ending DEI Could Impact Minority-Owned Businesses

Mar 7 | Our panel explores DEI, the effects of these policies, and the potential consequences of the ban on the powerful and diverse economic engine of U.S. small businesses—the vast majority of companies in the country.

New Report Unveils Alarming Workplace Inequities for Black Women in California

Mar 4 | Speakers to discuss a groundbreaking new report that exposes five key barriers to workplace equity, from systemic discrimination to racialized beauty standards, and presents urgent policy recommendations to drive transformative change.

Deadly Flu Season Grips America

Feb 28 | Our public health experts discuss the alarming rise in cases of flu, prevention and treatment tips, vulnerable populations to flu-related pneumonia, and declining vaccination rates.

Supporting California Students’ Access to Financial Aid

Feb 27 | The briefing covers financial aid accessibility, resources for students and families, partnerships supporting student success statewide, and share details on the CA's financial aid expanded April 3 deadline.

LA Launches a National Model for Park Equity

Feb 21 | Why is park equity a key concern today for public health officials? What caused the decline? How does LA's park system compare to other cities? This briefing offers a front-row seat to the effort that LA is about to embark on, which could become a model for the nation.

The James Irvine Foundation 2025 Award Recipients

Feb 20 | The James Irvine Foundation honors nonprofit leaders tackling California’s toughest challenges. Each recipient’s org receives $350,000 to advance innovative solutions, proving change is possible despite obstacles. Recipients speak about their work.

How Fragile is Press Freedom in America?

Feb 14 | Three weeks into Trump’s admin, newsrooms feel the pressure. KCBS faces an FCC probe, AP is barred from White House, and major media houses face lawsuits. Speakers discuss the threats to press freedom, self-censorship, and rights for reporters and their newsrooms.

ICE Is Knocking. What Are Your Rights?

Feb 7 | Speakers discuss how immigrants can protect themselves when ICE agents show up at homes, workplaces, and even schools. They will also discuss immigrants’ rights while in ICE detention.

‘Two Sexes Only!’ — Executive Order Attacks Transgender People

Jan 31 | Our panel speakers discuss the policy implications of Trump’s executive order targeting transgender people, the impact on their lives, and attempts to push back.