California Takes Historic Step with Formal Apology for Slavery
On September 26, 2024, the governor signed California’s formal apology for its role in perpetuating and benefiting from slavery.
September 2024
We oppose Prop 36 (2024) – It’s just poor public policy
We oppose Prop 36 because harsh sentences are poor public policy. We prefer programs that reduce recidivism and support reintegration into society.
We support Prop 32 (2024) – Better wages are essential to reducing poverty
We support Prop 32 (2024) because the working poor deserve fairness and the means to live lives of basic human dignity.
We support Prop 6 (2024) – It’s time to end penal slavery in California
We support Prop 6 (2024) because slavery should not exist, in any form, in California in our time.
We support Prop 33 (2024) – Local government should decide on rent policies
We support Prop 33 (2024) – Local government should be in full control of rent policies
We support Prop 5 (2024) – A majority should be able to decide
We support Prop 5 (2024) because a majority in any community should be able to decide to issue bonds to build critical things like affordable housing
Fair Housing Work in Contra Costa in 2024
By creating more inclusive and equitable housing options, AFFH can help alleviate the effects of poverty and promote upward mobility. The goals of AFFH align with the social justice mission of many faith-based organizations.
Our Faith-Rooted Housing Justice Event
We invited faith community leaders to hear about specific housing issues and advocacy tools we can use to respond to God’s call to help the needy.
Our vote is a kind of prayer…
A vote is a kind of prayer for the kind of world we desire for ourselves and for our children.
Housing & Shelter
Prop 5 (2024) – Support materials
Let’s raise our faith voices for housing justice! Proposition 5 will empower communities and support affordable housing. YES on Prop