Identity

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  How a Dreamer Fell Through the Cracks

  August 11, 2015 / We'Ced

  Now that I’m back in Merced, I have been challenging myself to leave my comfort zone and I feel that I have matured a lot over these past couple of years. Being at home with the moral support of family and friends has made this easier for me.

  college  immigrant  mental health  merced  spotlight  UC Davis  university of california  
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  Merced Youth React to Caitlyn Jenner’s Courage Award

  July 31, 2015 / We'Ced

  When sports network ESPN announced its decision to award the coveted Arthur Ashe Courage Award to Caitlyn Jenner, social media was quick to respond. Many argued that Jenner, who won gold in the 1976 decathlon as Bruce Jenner, did not deserve the honor. Below, We’Ced youth reporters share their thoughts on the award and on Jenner’s decision to embrace her gender in public.

  caitlyn jenner  courage  lgbt  spotlight  youth  
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  Future of California’s Economy In Hands of Latinos

  June 23, 2015 / We'Ced

  Though the numbers are grim, perhaps the tide is beginning to turn. A bright spot: on Friday May 22nd, the 52nd Annual Commencement ceremony at Merced College took place and of the 1,180 degrees and certificate awarded, a majority went to Latinos.

  education  latinos  merced college  spotlight  uc merced  
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  Merced City Council Won’t #BackTheMac

  June 10, 2015 / We'Ced

  Now youth advocates are pushing the City Council to invest $29,000 in the Mac’s operating budget to close some of the gaps and pay for a part-time staff member to ensure consistent programming. On May 27, supporters held a rally in front of the youth center, urging community members to #BackTheMac.

  #backthemac  mac center  mcnamara  mcnamara youth center  merced  south merced  spotlight  youth development  
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  Conference Focuses on Implicit Bias and Social Justice

  June 9, 2015 / We'Ced

  Implicit bias refers to ingrained prejudices informed by societal attitudes and stereotypes that affect how we interact with others. The concept has gained increased attention following the deaths of unarmed black men at the hands of local police in Missouri, New York and Baltimore.

  implicit bias  law enforcement  oakland  people of color  spotlight  
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  Prop. 47’s Second Battle — Getting the Word Out

  May 12, 2015 / We'Ced

  The Public Defender’s Office began meeting with potential applicants as early as December of last year. “I see around 10 people every week,” said Andrade. “The application process is long and takes time because it's on a case by case basis.”

  Crissy Gallardo  incarceration  merced county  Merced Organizing Project  MOP  Prop 47  spotlight  Vincent Andrade