Blog
Catching Up with Ria Espinoza at Point Reyes National Seashore
Posted: June 22, 2023
Last time we checked in with Ria Espinosa, a graduate of our UP! program, was in 2022. She had just obtained her undergraduate degree at Cal Poly Humboldt, had started as the Race and Equity Intern for the city of Arcata, and was looking to further her career. Now, one year later, Ria is the Bilingual Environmental Educator at Point Reyes National Seashore (PRNS).
Celebrating Sally Hauser, Longtime Canal Alliance Supporter
Posted: June 12, 2023
Meet Sally Hauser, an advocate for the Canal community since 1993, learn why sally continues supports Canal Alliance!
Strengthening Latinx Advocacy with the San Francisco Foundation
Posted: June 7, 2023
Explore how Canal Alliance is fostering Latinx advocacy and power-building through a dynamic collaboration, supported by a $3M grant from the San Francisco Foundation. This initiative empowers Latinx-led organizations across the Bay Area to drive transformative change in their communities
A seven-year path to residency
Posted: April 6, 2023
In May 2022, seven years after she emigrated from Guatemala, Karla Rodas became a U.S. resident. She credits the Immigration Legal Services (ILS) team at Canal Alliance with helping her to achieve this milestone.
A journey to a brighter future
Posted: April 5, 2023
Discover the inspiring story of Blanca Garcia, a nursing student and mother who overcame adversity with the help of Canal Alliance. Learn how she transformed her life and now pursues her dreams in the medical field.
Painting by Oscar Morales commemorates anniversary
Posted: October 27, 2022
We are proud to unveil an original painting by Oscar Morales. The piece of art was commissioned to mark the 40th anniversary of Canal Alliance and to celebrate the paths of immigrants who are overcoming barriers to achieve their dreams.
University student gives back
Posted: October 25, 2022
Britney Guiterrez Calderon registered new voters and advocated for equitable public infrastructure in the Canal community.
Graduate looks to the future
Posted: October 25, 2022
Maria Espinosa is among Cal Poly Humboldt’s first graduating class of 2022. She has been part of our University Prep program since middle school, took advantage of outdoor enrichment opportunities through high school.
Jordan Vasquez: Student volunteer becomes a mentor to immigrant youth
Posted: October 25, 2022
Jordan Vasquez started out as a volunteer teacher’s aide at Canal Alliance helping immigrants speak English. Jordan is now helping immigrant youth in the OFY program as the Client success Mentor Coordinator.
A budding flower business takes root
Posted: October 25, 2022
Fifteen years ago, Iris Y. de Leon learned to speak English by taking ESL classes at Canal Alliance. This year she started her own flower business.
