CalMatters for Learning
Welcome to the free learning hub for California library staff. Here you’ll find activities, resources and unique tools to guide conversations in your communities about issues important to Californians.
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Online Events
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- Homeless Encampment Sweeps
- November 19th, 2024 | 11:30 – Noon online event
- Join CalMatters Deputy Editor Adam Ashton and Homelessness Reporter Marisa Kendall in an in-depth conversation about the uptick in encampment sweeps across the state and what it means for the community.In June, the Supreme Court gave cities in California and beyond more power to crack down on homeless encampments. Gov. Gavin Newsom has responded with demands of encampment sweeps throughout all of California. Cities and counties struggle to clear encampments and find a place for those living on the street to stay. Find out what the most urgent issues are and how policies are evolving.
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- For questions or assistance, please email us at forlearning@calmatters.org.
This project is supported in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.
About CalMatters
CalMatters is a nonpartisan and nonprofit news organization bringing Californians stories that probe, explain and explore solutions to quality of life issues while holding our leaders accountable. We are the only journalism outlet dedicated to covering America’s biggest state, 39 million Californians and the world’s fifth largest economy.