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Ayodele Nzinga named Rainin Arts Fellow

April 24, 2024 Oakland Voices

Oakland’s Ayodele Nzinga is one of four Bay Area artists selected for a Rainin Artist Fellowship, which comes with $100,000.

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‘It’s not just what you see.’ Illegal dumping is affecting people’s lives

February 6, 2024 Vanessa Flores

East Oakland residents speak out on the growing problem of illegal dumping in their communities, highlighting the impact on residents, businesses, and schools. Despite city efforts, including clean-up programs and surveillance initiatives, advocates continue to push for greater accountability and action from city leaders.

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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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Oakland Voices Alumni Spotlight: Ayodele Nzinga

November 14, 2022 Oakland Voices

Oakland Voices has trained dozens of community journalists over the years. We caught up with one of our alumna, Ayodele Nzinga. The 24th season of the Lower Bottom Playaz, Inc, Oakland’s oldest North American African