Dear Community,
Thank you for your incredible support during the launch of our #WeLoveOakland campaign! From amplifying the messages on social media to sharing resources and personal stories about why you love Oakland on our website, this is what community looks like—coming together not only during difficult times but also in moments of celebration, where we can take pride in our beloved city.
Photo Credit: inBloom Films
For our final story, it feels especially meaningful to highlight 2023 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate Nairobi Barnes. As part of our ongoing effort to uplift youth voices and invest in the well-being and safety of our young people, Nairobi’s work challenges us to envision a radically brighter future. Through her poetry, she addresses issues like educational rights, voting rights, and the collective rights of all Oaklanders. In addition, Nairobi teaches poetry to Oakland students, helping them harness their own voices for change.
Please click on the video to hear from Nairobi!