August 2023 - Oakland Voices

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Close Up of Lake Merritt’s Biodiversity: Organisms of Oakland’s Crown Jewel

August 31, 2023 Momo Chang

Uncover the surprising and diverse ecosystem thriving inside Lake Merritt. From neon-glowing nudibranchs to gnarly tubeworms, explore the hidden marvels captured through the lens of naturalist Damon Tighe.

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Rethinking Youth Violence: Separating Fact from Fiction in Amid Growing Concerns

August 29, 2023 Prism Reports

A so-called “surge in violence” by teens is leading cities to crack down, but youth advocates say they’re going about it the wrong way

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Oakland Violence Prevention Coalition Holds Peace Summit, Highlights Gun Violence

August 19, 2023 Howard Dyckoff

Oakland’s Violence Prevention Coalition convened a Peace Summit at Laney College, drawing community leaders to address the mounting gun violence crisis.

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BlacArted: Space is the Place

August 10, 2023 Ayodele Nzinga

Editor’s Note: BlacArted is a front-row view into the maze-like mind of a multi-hyphenated artist pondering on art and the nature of reality as it intersects the creative and the imagined. On a balmy Friday

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Afro-Fatherism: A Downtown Oakland Photo Exhibit Illuminates the Power of Black Fatherhood

August 4, 2023 Kristal Raheem

In the heart of downtown Oakland stands two 7ft tall, larger-than-life sized photos depicting Black fathers and their sons. The two pieces are accompanied by a collection of black and white photo collages showcasing the

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Changing the Narrative: Oakland Voices Launches 2023 Journalism Academy

August 2, 2023 Oakland Voices

Oakland Voices launches Community Journalism Academy, empowering 10 residents with essential storytelling skills.