Save the date! On February 22, we are screening The Big Payback at the iconic Art Theater of Long Beach. The film follows the journey of Evanston, Illinois, the first U.S. city to implement a reparations program for Black residents, sparking a nationwide conversation on racial justice and economic equity. Following the screening, engage in…
You’re invited to join us for Reparations: A Solidarity of Purpose. Enjoy performances exploring the rich heritage of Black Culture through music and film, expert panel discussions regarding reparation solutions, and a special luncheon featuring honorees of California Senate District 33 & CEO Diversity Awards. In collaboration with Senate Majority Leader, Lena Gonzalez & Long…
A farewell reception honoring the legacy of Long Beach Councilman, Al Austin, was held aboard the iconic Queen Mary on December 12, 2024. Looking Back, Moving Forward was the theme for this event celebrating Councilman Austin’s 12 years on City Council representing District 8.
LBTV produced this video recap of the 2024 Black History Month Luncheon, held February 17, 2024, at the Expo Arts Center in Long Beach California. In honor of Black History Month, Long Beach Forward and the Office of California Senator Lena Gonzalez, District 33 celebrated the 2024 Legacy of Resilience Luncheon on Saturday, February…
Enjoy these photos from the 2024 Black History Month Luncheon, held in Long Beach, California on February 17, 2024, at the Expo Arts Center. Photos by Thad Jackson.
Video from Reflections of 1619, a podcast series produced by Antonio Pedro Ruiz and Thomas Fields. Featuring a group of Long Beach, CA residents reading passages from the Pulitzer Prize-winning book The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story by Nikole Hannah-Jones. This video was presented at the 2024 Legacy of Resilience Black History Month Celebration.…
Saturday, February 17, 2024 Expo Arts Center 4321 Atlantic Ave 11 am -2 pm Join us for an afternoon of inspiration and talent! Celebrate Black Excellence in Art, Music & Culture in Community. Art Exhibition: Enjoy artistic expressions from local visionary Black artists Musical Performances: Experience the rhythm of Black musical brilliance Cultural Showcase: Explore…
11TH ANNUAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH SHOWCASE EVENT FORGING THE FUTURE: Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow February 10, 2023 A Celebration of the City of Long Beach’s 1st Black Mayor, Rex Richardson CEO Diversity Awardees: The Boeing Company & Long Beach Community College Individual and Table Tickets On Sale Soon Signature Sponsors PARTNER WITH US.…
Putting “comfortable” aside and getting to real talk about the criminal justice system and the transformation of public opinion in the post-George Floyd world. In the video below, Al Austin, Councilman, Eighth District, City of Long Beach, CA moderates this dialogue. CAMARA BANFIELD Superior Court Judge, Clark County, WA GLEN BANFIELD Chief Deputy District Attorney,…
Mental health awareness is the recognition that our psychological well-being is an important part of our own health, productivity, and happiness, as well as the well-being of our communities. This awareness became glaringly obvious with the emergence of the Covid-19 pandemic. Individuals, families and even children were found to be experiencing high levels of anxiety…