Connect with us

Events

Moving from Pain, Trauma and Crisis Is Never Easy but Is Possible.

For more information, call 510 688-7437.

Published

on

Depiction of a woman with a distorted face; Photo courtesy of Ehimetalor Akhere Unuabona via Unsplash

Join Pastor Phyllis Scott in her 5th annual yoke breaking, life changing conference,”

“Moving from Pain to Purpose; “The Journey from Violence to Victory.”

The conference will be held Sept. 23-25 on Zoom.

Guest Speakers:

  • Day 1, “Still I Rise”

Lisa Carlisle, ACBH Child and Youth Systems of Care Director

Tianna Hicks, Da Bigger Picture Foundation and the mother of Pittsburgh Steeler Najee Harris

  • Day 2, “My Secret”

Carolyn Russell, executive director, A Safe Place

Rev. Michele Raiford, E. V. E. International Ministries LLC, CEO

  • Day 3, “I am More than a Conqueror

Annabella Guerrero, communications director, Love Never Fails

Chief LeRonne Armstrong, Oakland Police Department

Zoom Meeting ID 853 2091 1800 No password required

Please register at https://paintopurposeviolencetovictory.eventbrite.com

For more information, call 510 688-7437.

Activism

Oakland Post: Week of October 28 – November 3, 2026

Oakland Post: Week of October 28 – November 3, 2026

Published

on

To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.

Continue Reading

Activism

Oakland Post: Week of October 21 – 27, 2026

Oakland Post: Week of October 21 – 27, 2026

Published

on

To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.

Continue Reading

Activism

Oakland Post: Week of October 14 – 20, 2026

Oakland Post: Week of October 14 – 20, 2026

Published

on

To enlarge your view of this issue, use the slider, magnifying glass icon or full page icon in the lower right corner of the browser window.

Continue Reading

Subscribe to receive news and updates from the Oakland Post

CHECK OUT THE LATEST ISSUE OF THE OAKLAND POST

ADVERTISEMENT

Facebook

File photo.
Economy1 week ago

How the Sandwich Generation Can Help Protect Aging Parents’ Finances

Barbara Lee. File photo.
Education1 week ago

As Progressive Democrats Celebrate ‘Blue Tsunami,’ Oakland Counts Victories

“We’re so proud,” said Mayor Barbara Lee who donned a violet wig on Wednesday at a rally honoring the Golden State Valkyries as the team celebrated its historic 2026 WNBA Championship in Oakland. Photo courtesy of NBC.
Community1 week ago

Golden State Valkyries Become Bay Area Legends Winning WNBA Championship on Halloween Night

Marcia Ann Gillespie. Facebook photo.
Black History1 week ago

IN MEMORIAM: Marcia Ann Gillespie, Editor of Essence and Ms. Magazines, Dies at 82

Some of the Congressional Women of the Year. Photo courtesy of Congressmember John Garamendi's office.
Black History1 week ago

U.S. Rep. John Garamendi Honors local ‘Women of the Year’ at Annual Awards Ceremony

A pantry at 34th street and Roosevelt avenue in Richmond. Photo courtesy of Achala Jayagoda.
Community1 week ago

Richmond Neighbors Put Pantry Power on the Map

Cutting the ribbon at the California Chamber of Commerce (CHCC) last month were CHCC Northern Region Director Mayra Perez, Aliza Gallo, Oakland Latino Chamber President CHCC Foundation Chairman David Betancourt, CHCC Madam Chair Veronica Corona, CHCC President & CEO Julian Canete and CHCC Northern Region Chair Leo Callejas. Courtesy photo.
Business1 week ago

Oakland Latino Chamber of Commerce Hosts Statewide Convention, Generating $3 Million in Economic Impact

Keisha Lance Bottoms during her 2026 Democratic gubernatorial primary victory speech. Photo: Sikis2021 / Wikimedia Commons.
Uncategorized1 week ago

HISTORY MADE: Keisha Lance Bottoms Becomes First Black Woman Elected Governor in American History

Keisha Lance Bottoms during her 2026 Democratic gubernatorial primary victory speech. Photo: Sikis2021 / Wikimedia Commons.
Black History1 week ago

HISTORY MADE: Keisha Lance Bottoms Becomes First Black Woman Elected Governor in American History

Annette Henry. Photo by Mario Decuir.
Black History2 weeks ago

Five Hospitals Said No! Who Will Help Annette Henry Recover?

Danielle Motley-Lewis, president of BWOPA’s Oakland/Berkeley chapter.
Uncategorized2 weeks ago

Oakland NAACP, BWOPA Speak Out Against Alleged Harassment of Black Women Political Leaders

Commentary2 weeks ago

COMMENTARY: Oakland’s Black Students Have Gained Ground: We Shouldn’t Stop Now

Jamale Carlyle had a long career working for power companies before embarking making his grilling hobby into a business. Courtesy photo.
Black History2 weeks ago

From Backyard Grilling to Jack London Square: Jamale Carlyle’s Chicken Wing Success Story

California state workers staged a one-day strike Oct. 21 to protest alleged unfair labor practices and stalled contract negotiations over wages, remote work requirements and health care costs. The workers' previous contract expired June 30. CBM photo by Antonio Ray Harvey.
Business2 weeks ago

SEIU Local 1000 and State of California Will Continue to Negotiate New Labor Contract

AI-generated file photo.
Commentary2 weeks ago

OPINION: We Can Restore Checks and Balances on Trump

Trending

Copyright ©2021 Post News Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.