This plaza has seen it all immigration raids, murals covered up, and community celebrations #csudhMSW501 #OlveraStreet
Took the Las Angelitas del Pueblo tour and learned so much from the amazing guide, Mr. Flores. He brought to life the history that often gets overlooked, Olvera Street holds generations of stories and resilience. #csudhMSW501 #olverastreet
On Olvera Street, I had delicious taquitos from Cielito Lindo, a family owned restaurant since 1934. Try it out! #csudhMSW501
I went to the visit the Los Angeles Maritime Museum to learn more about the displacement of Japanese Americans but also the contributions they made. Also learn about maritime workers. They striked in 1923 but failed. Also visit The Chori Man for breakfast burritos. #csudhMSW501
📍Visted Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park. This place tells the powerful story of Black self-determination. Founded in 1908 by Lt. Colonel Allensworth & others, it was California's first black self governed town. ✊🏾🖤 #csudhMSW501 #DecolonizeSocailWork
Dulan’s Soul Food Kitchen, founded by Adolf Dulan. Stands as a cherished institution in Leimert Park. Known for its authentic soul food and profound community impact.
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It is important to recognize that social work historically is excluded or overlooked in neighborhoods like Leimert Park.
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However, at the same time, the memorial in honor of the civil rights pioneer Martin Luther King shows me that while change might often feel slow, it is what we do in the in-between that matters the most—a sentiment that I will carry with me during these current times. #csudhMSW501
Leimert Park has taught me that social work is deeply connected to our community and history. I learned that Dr. Better, played a vital role in advancing social justice (California State University, Los Angeles, n.d)
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Visiting Centro CHA afterward showed me how that legacy continues today—still serving the community with culturally rooted programs. It reminded me that social work doesn’t always come with a license—it often starts with the people. #csudhMSW501
Went to Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park which is a state park in California of Black self determination and resistance. Social workers like myself stand with communities such as Allensworth.
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Upton Sinclair was a famous novelist, filmmaker, labor activist, and advocate who expose corruption and social injustices. He advocated for worker’s rights, free speech, women’s rights and health reforms. He was arrested in 1923 during the Liberty Hill Strike in San Pedro. #csudhMSW501
I recommend reading the book “San Pedro A Pictorial History” if you want to learn more about San Pedro’s history #csudhMSW501
Gentry Theatre, one of 8 theaters that were once in the community, today there are no operating theaters in the community. #csudhMSW501 #Florence-Firestone
Goodyear Rubber Company (1920 to 1980) now the USPS office on South Central Avenue. #csudhMSW501 #Florence-Firestone
The old sheriff’s station, where some of the suspects from Zoot Suit riots were interrogated. No longer a station but used for youth programs. #csudhMSW501 #Florence-Firestone
Reconnecting with Florence Firestone, an unincorporated LA County Area #csudhMSW501 #Florence-Firestone
Visited the #DominguezRanchoAdobeMuseum and reflected on the complex history of this land—from Tongva villages to colonization and land grants. Many justice movements in Carson, led by Black, Filipino, and Mexican communities, weren’t always supported by social work. #csudhMSW501
As I continue my journey through life, the city of Carson is slowly becoming my new home! So I wanted to learn more about its history.
I was able to visit the Rancho Dominguez Adobe Museum, a beautiful historic site, but also a huge reminder of how land, race, and power intersect!
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The Crenshaw District, the place where I grew full of pride and color 👊🏻👊🏿. The Spanish style Mediterranean looking homes designed by the Olmsted Brothers still exist today with people of color residing here! #CSUDHMSW501 #CrenshawDistrict #Black&BrownLivesMatter #3rdPost #HomeTown #CityofAngels
Pomona’s Arts Colony & Antiques Row are key areas of the city with history dating to the early 1900s. After an economic depression in the 90s, the community advocated to preserve arts and local businesses in the area. Downtown Pomona is now a vital part of the city’s cultural identity #csudhMSW501
Visited La Casa Primera and learned how the Palomares family contributed to the early history of Pomona. One of their many contributions included protecting key water sources in the area. This resulted in Pomona being one of the few cities to own their own water rights. #csudhMSW501
Maycrest Bungalows
Maycrest Bungalows
Vacant Caltrans home in El Sereno
Vacant Caltrans home in El Sereno
Learning about the history of displacement and resistance in El Sereno has been eye-opening. In 2020, several long-vacant Caltrans homes were occupied by members of the Reclaiming Our Homes movement, who demanded they be used to house families instead of being left to deteriorate. #csudhMSW501
had the joy of looking around the #hermosabeachmuseum, and learning about the hidden history of progressive action in the surfing community! there has long been racism in surfing, but here in hermosa beach an integrated surf club led a push for more surfers of color in the 60s! #csudhMSW501