The East Bay Sanctuary, founded in 1982, assists refugees, particularly Maya, fleeing violence and persecution from Central America's Northern Triangle. With 5 attorneys, 9 paralegals, and

The East Bay Sanctuary, founded in 1982, assists refugees, particularly Maya, fleeing violence and persecution from Central America's Northern Triangle. With 5 attorneys, 9 paralegals, and volunteers, it has helped thousands, anticipating its 4,000th asylum case win this summer. Michael Smith, Director of the Refugee Rights Program, joined in 1984. An anthropologist, he has received awards from Helen Bamber, the Dalai Lama, and Berkeley Law for his work.

MLF Organizer Patrick O'Reilly presents Michael Smith. The Commonwealth Club of California, founded 1903, is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosting over 400 annual events. For more: Subscribe, Events, Membership, Donate, Watch & Listen.

Established in 1982, the East Bay Sanctuary assists Central American refugees, particularly Maya fleeing violence and racial persecution. Director Michael Smith, an anthropologist who joined in

Established in 1982, the East Bay Sanctuary assists Central American refugees, particularly Maya fleeing violence and racial persecution. Director Michael Smith, an anthropologist who joined in 1984, leads the Refugee Rights Program. With 5 attorneys, 9 paralegals, and volunteers, the sanctuary has aided thousands and expects to win its 4,000th asylum case this summer. Smith has received awards for his work with refugees and law students.

The Commonwealth Club of California, founded in 1903, is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum. Hosting over 400 annual events, it has featured a diverse array of speakers, from Teddy Roosevelt to Hillary Clinton, Martin Luther King, and Ronald Reagan.

Hanif Rastgoftar is a senior advisor specializing in energy, sustainability, decision engineering, technology policy, and smart infrastructures. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge

Hanif Rastgoftar is a senior advisor specializing in energy, sustainability, decision engineering, technology policy, and smart infrastructures. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge and brings over 12 years of experience in academia and industry across Britain and the Middle East.

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The Ellen MacArthur Foundation highlights how a circular economy for food is thriving in East Africa, with farmers and entrepreneurs in Kenya and Uganda achieving profit while protecting nature.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation highlights how a circular economy for food is thriving in East Africa, with farmers and entrepreneurs in Kenya and Uganda achieving profit while protecting nature. Five films showcasing these circular food systems will be available from July on the Foundation's digital channels.

As a UK charity, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation accelerates the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, and insights. Explore their Food initiative, "Inside the Circular Economy: Africa" learning opportunities, and connect with them via their website, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Activist Fadi Elsalameen, a critic of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas, will discuss Arab-Israeli progress toward Middle East peace with journalist and author Jonathan

Activist Fadi Elsalameen, a critic of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas, will discuss Arab-Israeli progress toward Middle East peace with journalist and author Jonathan Curiel. Elsalameen will also address corruption under President Abbas.

Born in Hebron, Elsalameen is an adjunct senior fellow at the American Security Project and a Johns Hopkins SAIS graduate. This MLF (Middle East) event, organized by Celia Menczel, takes place Thursday, April 29, at 10:00 AM PDT.

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Sibarani Sofian envisions Indonesia's future capital, transitioning from Jakarta to East Kalimantan, as a city deeply rooted in the natural world's philosophy. With over 20 years of experience

Sibarani Sofian envisions Indonesia's future capital, transitioning from Jakarta to East Kalimantan, as a city deeply rooted in the natural world's philosophy. With over 20 years of experience across Asia, this passionate urban designer, planner, and business leader focuses on sustainable urban development through an integrated, multi-disciplinary approach.

His work aims to create a capital that harmonizes with its environment. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Anthropologist and venture capitalist Stephen DeBerry reveals a surprising insight: communities on the social, economic, and environmental margins often reside on the east sides of cities. In his

Anthropologist and venture capitalist Stephen DeBerry reveals a surprising insight: communities on the social, economic, and environmental margins often reside on the east sides of cities. In his talk, he explains how environmental and man-made factors create "disparity by design" in places like East Palo Alto and East Jerusalem, offering elegant solutions.

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Leaps and Bounds is a feature-length dance film by The Affording Hope Project and Amoeba Films, featuring Tevyn East. This work uses storytelling, music, and movement to explore personal

Leaps and Bounds is a feature-length dance film by The Affording Hope Project and Amoeba Films, featuring Tevyn East. This work uses storytelling, music, and movement to explore personal and cultural transformation, advocating for a new relationship with Earth that promotes human well-being and ecological health.

The Affording Hope Project, a theatrical production company, utilizes art to educate and inspire alternative ways of sufficiency and solidarity. Get your DVD here.