Tackling Systemic Inequalities in Silicon Valley

With Law Foundation attorneys along with other housing advocates on hand calling for action, the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors moved forward last month with a significant anti-discrimination measure that will provide much needed protection for low-income households in Santa Clara County. 

Though our housing crisis offers limited options for low-income families, many landlords refuse to rent to recipients of rental assistance, including holders of federally-subsidized Section 8 vouchers. This legal form of discrimination prevents thousands from securing safe, stable housing despite their ability to pay the rent.

Putting an end to this harmful practice, the Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance that makes sure landlords cannot discriminate against tenants who receive rental assistance. We thank the Supervisors who voted in favor of this vital effort to address Silicon Valley's housing crisis, including President of the Board Dave Cortese, Supervisor Joe Simitian, Supervisor Cindy Chavez, and Supervisor Ken Yeager

Celebrating Our Kindhearted Heroes!

March 1st marked the beginning of Social Work Month, a time dedicated to honoring social workers for their tenacity in confronting some of the most challenging issues facing families and individuals.

We are grateful to have social workers on our team to give professional insight into the mental, emotional, and physical needs of some of our most vulnerable clients.

"My favorite part about being a social worker at the Law Foundation is getting to work with immigrant children. I get to hear their stories and support them through their legal proceedings."

- Cynthia Valenzuela

"I really enjoy getting to advocate for kids, giving voice to the voiceless. I feel like I'm making a meaningful impact in the lives of the kids we serve."

- Gustavo Rangel

Follow us on Facebook to meet our social workers as we highlight a few from the team throughout the month!

Mark Your Calendars!

Save the date --- this year's Celebration of Justice dinner will take place on Thursday, April 13, 2017 at the Santa Clara Convention Center .

For more than 30 years, our dinner has been known as the premier legal event in Silicon Valley and attracts nearly 1,000 influential lawyers and business leaders from world-renowned firms and companies, as well as prominent judges and elected officials.

It's the legal event of the year that you won't want to miss! 

For information or partnership inquires contact Carrie Chung at 408.280.2472 or carriec@lawfoundation.org.