August 2025 Newsletter
Coalition joins Poderosas Summit Focused on Latina Leadership and Organizing
Natasha Castro, California Work & Family Coalition Education & Outreach Organizer, attended Poder Latinx Poderosas State Summit. Coalition member, Poder Latinx, is dedicated to empowering the Latinx community through voter registration, civic education, and leadership development.
From Left to Right: Noberto Gonzalez, Poder Latinx, and Natasha Castro, CAWFC
The Summit was a two day event designed to build Latina civic leadership, inspire organizing, and create space for culture, storytelling, and community power. Held in the Central Valley in Fresno, California, a key region where community stands at the intersection of immigration, climate, and economic justice, the summit’s panels and workshops focused on these key areas including community organizing and professional leadership development.
Listen to “In Clear Terms” Podcast with AARP California, Senator Durazo, and the Coalition!
Paid Family Leave is often the difference between stability and stress for working families. In an episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon, California State Senator María Elena Durazo and Katie Duberg, Political Organizing Director at the California Work & Family Coalition discuss how California’s Paid Family Leave policies are evolving and why those updates matter for older adults and caregivers. You’ll also hear about recent improvements to Paid Family Leave and what SB 590 would mean for people who care for their chosen and extended family.
Know Your Rights: Free Training Series for Central Valley/Central Coast Workers
This October, California Work & Family Coalition (CAWFC), Center for Worklife Law, and Poder Latinx are teaming up to host a free training series designed specifically for Central Valley/Coast workers.
These sessions will highlight important updates to California’s Paid Leave and Disability Insurance laws in 2025 that are key information for working parents, caregivers, and advocates. We will also share helpful resources for undocumented workers when applying for these programs, including guidance for farmworkers, seasonal workers, and those navigating pregnancy, childbirth, and parental and caregiving leave.
Training Schedule:
Part 1 – Training in English (with Spanish interpretation)
Wednesday, October 1st | 5:00–6:30 PM (PST)
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KnRRLGwJR02vPGCLskZFuQPart 2 – Training in Spanish (with Mixteco interpretation)
Wednesday, October 15th | 5:00–6:30 PM (PST)
Register: https://uclawsf.zoom.us/meeting/register/gv6RrML1QwW9MEWsHDJaRA
Don’t miss this chance to get clear, up-to-date information on your paid leave rights!
Conozca Sus Derechos: Series de Capacitación Gratuita para Trabajadores en el Valle y Costa Central
Este octubre, el California Work & Family Coalition (CAWFC), Center for Worklife Law, y Poder Latinx colaborarán en una serie de capacitación gratuita diseñada específicamente para los trabajadores del Valle y Coastal Central.
Estas sesiones incluirán actualizaciones importantes a las leyes del Permiso Familiar Pagado y Seguro Estatal por Discapacidad del Estado de California en el 2025. Esta es información clave para padres que trabajan, cuidadores de familia, y defensores. También compartiremos recursos útiles para los trabajadores indocumentados cuando apliquen por estos programas, incluyendo orientación para trabajadores agrícolas, trabajadores de temporada, y quienes estén lidiando con el embarazo, parto, y la licencia parental o para cuidar a un ser querido.
Programa de Capacitaciones:
Parte 1 - Capacitación en inglés
Miércoles, 1 de octubre | 5:00–6:30 PM (PST)
Regístrese:: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KnRRLGwJR02vPGCLskZFuQParte 2 - Capacitación en español (con interpretación en mixteco de San Martín Peras)
Miércoles, 15 de octubre | 5:00 - 6:30 PM (PST))
Regístrese: https://uclawsf.zoom.us/meeting/register/gv6RrML1QwW9MEWsHDJaRA
¡No pierda esta oportunidad de recibir información clara y actualizada sobre sus derechos al tiempo fuera del trabajo pagado!
Center for WorkLife Law’s Helpline
WorkLife Law’s free, confidential legal helpline helps with issues at work and school related to family caregiving, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, postpartum needs and lactation. Our attorneys support callers in understanding their rights to Paid Family Leave and getting the time off they need. WorkLife Law also helps workers and students who are facing discrimination or harassment related to their caregiving or pregnancy. Our helpline is available in English, Spanish, and other languages by request– regardless of income level or immigration status.
To get help, contact 415-703-8276 or hotline@WorkLifeLaw.org.
Upcoming Webinars on HR 1’s Implementation and Impact
Justice in Aging is hosting a webinar on Tuesday September 16th at 11am to discuss HR 1 implementation in California. They will be providing updates on what HR 1’s changes to Medicaid and Medicare will mean for older adults in California, as well as potential state budget impacts.
Celebrate the Child Care Law Center!
The Child Care Law Center will be celebrating over 45 years of advocacy for early childhood education at their fourth annual wine-tasting event, Uncorking the Future of Child Care! Join them for an afternoon of curated wine selections from Black women vintners and gourmet bites by Chef Michelle McQueen, music and more!
Saturday, September 13th at the Oakland Museum (1000 Oak St, Oakland, CA) from 4 pm - 7 pm. Tickets here.
