SHOWING UP FOR
RACIAL JUSTICE
WHOWEARE
SURJ SAN MATEO supports organizations that mobilize and educate people for racial and economic justice in San Mateo County.
We support accountability partners led by people of color and show up in ways they request to champion immigration rights, environmental justice, housing justice, and reimagining public safety.
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Our friends at SURJ Redwood City are very active in the resistance with monthly meetings and scheduled demonstrations every week.
If you’d like to get involved with SURJ Menlo Park, contact Lisa at ellbegee@gmail.com
SURJ San Mateo in Action
Central Park
United Against Hate Week
Millbrae City Hall
Central Park
Educational Opportunities
SURJ Bay Area
BAY AREA ACTION HOURS
Fridays @ 12:00 PM
Wednesdays @ 5:00 PM
Want to take tangible steps to tackle racial injustice and white supremacy? SURJ Bay Area Action Hours meet over Zoom to take concrete steps together like calling elected officials, signing petitions, and other collective actions.
Teach Children
EmbraceRace has many resources for talking to children about racial injustice. One resource is their conversation with three child and family psychologists who collaborated to write the children’s book, “Something Happened in Our Town: A Child’s Story About Racial Injustice.” Published by the American Psychological Association, the book follows a white family and a black family as they discuss a police shooting of a Black man. The website includes many resources for parents and educators including child-friendly definitions, sample dialogues, and discussion guides.
Celebrate Asian American Cultures
ASIAN AMERICAN, NATIVE HAWAIIAN & PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE
A record 22 million Asian Americans trace their roots to more than 20 countries in East and Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent, each with unique cultures and languages. Explore the rich history, traditions and arts of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. Uplift communities by supporting AAPI-owned businesses located in the Bay Area, and take a peek at book recommendations that reflect diverse cultures.
Celebrate Black History
There are many ways to celebrate the contributions that Black Americans have made to American history in their struggles for freedom and equality. Check out this list of enlightening events, notable sites, and award-winning museums that help deepen our understanding of our nation's history. If you're interested in learning more about the incredible triumphs, heroes and contributions in Black History, here is a list of reading recommendations.
Anti-Harassment Training
Xenophobic harassment has been on the rise across the country. In response, Right to Be Me offers interactive workshops to educate people about Conflict De-Escalation, Bystander Intervention, Digital Safety, and Standing Up to Street Harassment.
California Reparations Report
The California Reparations Report was issued to the state Legislature in 2023. The final report surveys the ongoing, compounding harms experienced by African Americans as a result of slavery and its lingering effects. Share the Executive Summary with friends, family, and social media to help educate the public.