On December 3, we held a wide-ranging discussion with 40 community members about the situation facing the San Jose Peace & Justice Center and our fiscal sponsor, The Collins Foundation: a 100-year old house with substantial maintenance needs that has been closed since the beginning of the pandemic and a Board that needs to be […]
We’re at a Turning Point and We Need Your Guidance
The Collins Foundation Board and the Coordinating Council of the Peace & Justice Center invite you to attend a virtual Community Gathering on December 6, 2021, at 6 pm to discuss the future of the Collins House. This is an important conversation about a valuable community asset. We acknowledge that the current leadership of both bodies does […]
Teacher Listening Session & Critical Board Meeting
By San José Unified Equity Coalition Please join the San José Unified Equity Coalition for two upcoming calls to action. This Thursday, we invite all SJUSD educators to join us for a virtual listening session. Next week, join us at a crucial SJUSD board meeting to give public comment in support of police-free schools. More details […]
Jon Britton, Presente!
The Peace & Justice Center mourns the passing of Jon Britton, a proud socialist who dedicated his life to the struggle against the injustices of the capitalist system. Over the decades, Jon was active with the Peace & Justice Center, South Bay Mobilization Against the War, the Santa Clara County Peace & Freedom Party and […]
The City of San Jose Apologizes for Past Injustices Against Chinese Immigrants
by Len Tsou On September 28, the City of San Jose held a historic ceremony at the Circle of Palms, commemorating the City Council Resolution apologizing for the City’s role in the acts of injustices against Chinese Immigrants and their descendants. Councilmember Raul Peralez, who initiated the Resolution, opened the ceremony. Mayor Sam Liccardo read […]
Peace Pantry Donations and Plant Fundraiser
Hello, Amazing Community Members, Your support for the Peace Pantry is above and beyond! Thank you so much for your generous donations, they truly make a positive impact on food security. On Sunday, November 14 from 11 AM-5 PM, we will have another food drive. This food drive will also include a plant fundraiser. Money […]
Community Food Drive and Fundraiser
Community Food Drive & Fundraiser! Donations will support the community through distribution at the SJPJC Peace Pantry! We will be collecting donations from 11AM – 5PM on Sunday, November 14, 2021. Stop by the San Jose Peace and Justice Center parking lot to drop off food and supplies to stock the Peace Pantry (48 S […]
Space Use – Fall 2021 Update
As the pandemic continues, there are a lot of questions about using the space at the San Jose Peace and Justice Center. Santa Clara County has done a great job at getting a high number of adults vaccinated and this is slowing the spread. With the Delta Variant, we started to experience breakthrough cases where […]
Calling All Disability Advocates in Santa Clara County
On October 19th, 2021, the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors will be hearing 2 items together to improve inclusion for residents with disabilities in the County’s broader equity efforts. (click for the agenda) Your support is needed to ensure the adoption of the Disability Inclusion and Equity Pledge(Item 10) and to address the administration’s report […]
Roz Dean, Presente!
The San Jose community lost a beloved activist on September 2, when Roz Dean joined other peace ancestors like her husband Al Traugott, her dear friend Joan Bazar and Joan’s husband Dave Wald. Roz’s early years and her activism to save the San Jose Medical Center (downtown hospital) were documented in an excellent article in […]