Upcoming Events
Thursday, October 17
11:00 am–12:00 pm
From Cafés to Conference Rooms: Talking about Prop 4 | Open to all members
Election Day is fast-approaching, and the fate of Prop 4 is in the hands of California voters. Join us for our final Prop 4 Briefing to learn, get equipped with tools, and practice language you can use to talk to people in all corners of your life about why Prop 4 matters.
In this hour together, we will:
- Hear updates about the campaign and where it stands 3 weeks out from the election
- Walk through key resources and tools you can tap into as an individual or organization
- Practice talking about Prop 4
Proposition 4, the Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024, is a proposed $10 billion climate bond on the November 2024 general election ballot.
All TOGETHER Bay Area members are invited to register here to attend.
Climate Risk Reduction: A Showcase of Bay Area Solutions | Open to the public
Tuesdays, October 8, 15 & 22, 12:00–1:00 pm
You’re invited to learn how the Bay Area is stepping up to mitigate the effects of the climate crisis and how Proposition 4, which is on the ballot this November, could positively impact the natural places you love.
Local organizations are leading the way to conserve natural resources and respond to the causes and effects of climate change. This work is critical for both climate resilience and the health of people and communities. This fall, California voters will consider Proposition 4, a $10 billion climate resilience bond measure, that could have a big impact on our region. If passed, Proposition 4 would fund a variety of state programs for a changing climate.
Look behind the scenes at innovative projects. Be inspired by experts who will share stories about their projects that conserve natural resources and respond to climate change. Learn about Proposition 4 and what you can do for a climate resilient Bay Area. And leave feeling more hopeful for what is possible when we work together.
Join us for an online, free event series filled with hope and action. And spread the word!
Tuesday, October 8
12:00–1:00 pm
North Bay Projects
- A new park! Peek into the plans for the future Petaluma River Park that will restore riverfront habitat and transform it into a vibrant public park. Presented by Petaluma River Park Foundation.
- Restoring wetlands for people and wildlife: Learn about plans for restoring the Laguna de Santa Rosa, the second largest freshwater wetland complex in Northern California. Presented by the Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation.
- Adapting to climate changes: Dive into how extreme weather and other hazards are impacting the Martin Griffin Preserve and learn about the steps that could help restore the Preserve in the face of climate risks. Presented by WRA and Audubon Canyon Ranch.
Tuesday, October 15
12:00–1:00 pm
Central Bay (SF + East Bay)
- Animal Crossing IRL: Glimpse into the East Bay Wildlife Connectivity Project, which creates crossings over highways in Alameda County for wildlife like mountain lions and deer. Presented by Alameda County Resource Conservation District.
- Clean water in Pacifica: Explore a coalition’s work to tackle water pollution at Linda Mar State Beach in Pacifica through monitoring, community involvement, and nature-based solutions. Presented by Salted Roots.
- A school for stewardship education: Learn how the campus itself will become students’ primary project as they live, learn, and work together on environmental stewardship and regeneration. Presented by The Field Semester.
Tuesday, October 22
12:00–1:00 pm
South Bay
- More Bay Area Trails! From hiking to horseback riding, learn about the Bay Area Ridge Trail’s reach around the Bay and latest expansion plans. Presented by the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council.
- Preventing Catastrophic Wildfire: Hear how landowners and experts in the Santa Cruz Mountains are collaborating to make forests more resilient to wildfires. Presented by Peninsula Open Space Trust.
- Bridges for Animals: Explore the reconnection of 30,000 acres divided by Highway 17, helping wildlife like mountain lions move safely, preserve species diversity and create safer driving conditions. Presented by Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District.
Tuesday, October 22
3:00–4:20 pm
Wildfire Data Working Group | Open to everyone
As proponents of good fire, many of us may face concerns from members of our local communities around wildfire and smoke. Smoke is a health issue, a threat to tourism and winegrape industries, and is triggering for victims of past wildfire events. Managing those concerns through messaging and objective information in order to return good fire to the land is challenging. At our next Wildfire Data Working Group meeting on October 22, we invite you to join a collaborative discussion where we’ll explore these challenges together. Email [email protected] to RSVP!
Wednesday, November 20
1:00–2:00 pm
2025 Conference: Ideas & Input Session | Open to all members
Members, we’re already looking ahead to the 2025 TOGETHER conference and want to hear from you! Join us virtually to share ideas about how we’ll spend time together and embody our values next May. Register here!
Regional Funding
Thursday, October 17
11:00 am–12:00 pm
From Cafés to Conference Rooms: Talking about Prop 4 | Open to all members
Election Day is fast-approaching, and the fate of Prop 4 is in the hands of California voters. Join us for our final Prop 4 Briefing to learn, get equipped with tools, and practice language you can use to talk to people in all corners of your life about why Prop 4 matters.
In this hour together, we will:
- Hear updates about the campaign and where it stands 3 weeks out from the election
- Walk through key resources and tools you can tap into as an individual or organization
- Practice talking about Prop 4
Proposition 4, the Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024, is a proposed $10 billion climate bond on the November 2024 general election ballot.
All TOGETHER Bay Area members are invited to register here to attend.
Thursday, November 14
10:00 am–5:00 pm
Policy Summit | Open to TOGETHER advocacy program members
Save the date to join us at the David Brower Center in Berkeley for our annual convening about the coalition’s advocacy efforts and priorities. More information coming soon!
Policy Learning Sessions
TOGETHER Bay Area is thrilled to announce the plan for new Policy Learning Sessions. These sessions will share information and resources to grow our members’ collective capacity for advocacy as TOGETHER Bay Area.
Each session will be engaging and informative, covering topics that are core to TOGETHER Bay Area’s work building legislative relationships and advocating for policies and funding on behalf of its regional goals and membership.
Learning Sessions will be designed for a wide audience including people new to the policy world as well as seasoned communications/marketing folks (and there may be an online after-party for policy wonks who want to geek out in the weeds). Staff and board members who are eligible to participate in TOGETHER’s advocacy program (nonprofits, Native Tribes & organizations, and local public agencies) are invited!
Landmark California Environmental Policies
September 2024–More information coming soon!
For people interested in geeking out on policy, or having an umbrella view of California’s big environmental policy impacts, join TOGETHER Bay Area’s Policy Coordinator Jessica Little as she reviews the major State policies that filter down to affect all of our local work.
Policy Committee
Our Policy Committee meets every other Thursday to advocate effectively towards our policy priorities through values-driven, collaborative, inclusive participation of our coalition’s members. TOGETHER Bay Area encourages individuals from a variety of member organizations and with various levels of policy expertise to participate in the Policy Committee – it is an active learning, listening, and sharing space.
To participate, email [email protected]. Staff and board members who are eligible to participate in TOGETHER’s advocacy program (nonprofits, Native Tribes & organizations, local public agencies, and mission-aligned businesses) are invited!
Regional Conservation
Wildfire Data Working Group
Since April 2021, we have convened regular calls with professionals at nonprofits, public agencies, and companies who compile data about wildfire on the landscape. We meet every other months for 80 minutes to hear from speakers and facilitate regional conversations about timely topics.
Our next Working Group session will be on Tuesday, October 22 from 3:00–4:20 pm on Zoom. To participate, email [email protected]. These meetings are open to everyone.
Upcoming WDWG Dates:
- Tuesday, December 10
Regional Coordination
Wednesday, November 20
1:00–2:00 pm
2025 Conference: Ideas & Input Session | Open to all members
Members, we’re already looking ahead to the 2025 TOGETHER conference and want to hear from you! Join us virtually to share ideas about how we’ll spend time together and embody our values next May. Register here!
Friday, December 6
4:00–7:30 pm
New member welcome & end-of-year celebration | Open to all members
All TOGETHER Bay Area members are invited to join us in person in Oakland for a social event to officially welcome new members and celebrate the end of the year. More details coming soon!
May 13–16, 2025
Save the dates! 2025 TOGETHER Conference
Our annual gathering of over 400 professionals and practitioners returns with opportunities to come together online, in-person, and on field trips.
- Tuesday, May 13 | Virtual kickoff from 9:00–10:30 am
- Wednesday, May 14 | All-day, in-person conference at the Fort Mason Center, San Francisco
- Thursday and Friday, May 15–16 | Field trips co-hosted by TOGETHER Bay Area members
Colleagues in all stages of their careers and all arms of an organization are invited – from staff who work directly on the land or water, communicating, interpreting, fundraising, directing, interning, and more. Learn more here and stay tuned for more information in the coming months.
Regional Tribal Alliances
Right Relations
Right Relations is a 9-month, cohort-based program that supports alliances with local Native American communities through learning, action, and community. We are catalyzing collective action for healthy lands, people, and communities and building the region’s capacity to strengthen Tribal sovereignty. This program is designed specifically for TOGETHER Bay Area members in partnership with Redbud Resource Group. See the calendar for Phase One here and for Phase Two here.
Going Beyond Land Acknowledgments
Going Beyond Land Acknowledgements is an interactive 2.5 hour workshop for individuals seeking to grow their allyship with Native peoples. Participants learn about the strengths and limitations of land acknowledgements and explore concrete, action-oriented strategies for building connections with Native communities and organizations.
Individuals working for TOGETHER Bay Area member organizations are invited to participate in one of the following online workshops:
- Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 10:00 am–12:30 pm (All spaces now full!)
TOGETHER Bay Area has reserved 10 spots at each of the workshops for people who work for our member organizations. Anyone who works at our member organizations can apply: all departments, at any level. There is no cost for TOGETHER members to attend as part of this program. Please email [email protected] to reserve your space in a GBLA workshop. First come, first served!