Silicon Valley Kindness Awards - Sunday Friends

Join us as we explore innovative solutions to poverty! This event aims to celebrate and elevate the extraordinary work being done to tackle poverty in our community. We envision it becoming a signature event for Sunday Friends, fostering awareness and inspiring action towards a brighter future.

The afternoon begins with a keynote address by award-winning educator Dr. Scott Myers-Lipton, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at San Jose State University, who will share highlights from SJSU's Human Rights Institute's 2024 Silicon Valley Pain Index.

The "Inside Poverty" Panel discussion aims to bring together a cross-sector multi-disciplinary panel of experts to delve into the root causes and lasting effects of poverty, while highlighting innovative solutions and best practices in social change.

The panel will be followed by the presentation of the Silicon Valley Kindness Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions from individuals and organizations dedicated to helping families overcome poverty.

Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Scott Myers-Lipton, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at San Jose State University, SJSU's Human Rights Institute's 2024 Silicon Valley Pain Index (5 Years In - Inequality Worsens, Part of Structure)

Keynote Topic: Hear about the state of Silicon Valley and some of the challenges impacting poverty.

Panelists will include:
-Dora Beyer, Director of Community Development, Excite Credit Union
-Mike Gonzalez, Executive of Family and Health Strategies, First Five Santa Clara County
-Dennis King, Executive Director Hispanic Chamber of Commerce/SBDC
-Trevor Parham, Founder & Director, Oakstop
-Simone Robbennolt, Policy Associate, Policy Link (Bay Area Equity Atlas)

Moderator: Tatiana J. Colon-Rivera, Executive Director Sunday Friends

$45; See Website, Complimentary Tickets May Be Available Upon Request.