Vietnamese Seniors Organize for Tenant Rights

The Law Foundation has been working closely with our local Vietnamese community in tenant organizing to advance their rights to safe and affordable housing. This past year we have assisted two apartment complexes with primarily Vietnamese tenants in forming tenant associations, with a 50% majority participation rate. These tenants are generally low-income, elderly, and receiving government assistance. 

Residents of the tenant association at Corde Terra Village apartments have been making reasonable requests to have their tenant notices translated into their primary languages, such as Vietnamese, as well as improvements to safety and security. They were met with harassment and retaliation from property management who have repeatedly canceled meetings with the association. Read More

A New Chapter for Our Children & Youth Team

In January, Alexis Moody was named Directing Attorney for the Law Foundation’s Children & Youth program. Alexis brings more than 10 years of experience to the role, having dedicated her career to advocating for children and young people. She joined the Law Foundation in 2016 and most recently served as Supervising Attorney for the Children & Youth program. We spoke to Alexis about her vision for the team: 

“I am honored and excited to serve as the Directing Attorney for the Children and Youth program. Having committed my career to representing kids and young adults, I am so grateful to have the opportunity to lead this program with a focus on creating the most impact possible for the kids in our community…” Read More

Honoring Black History Month

February is Black History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black activists, lawyers, authors, and many more who have worked to build a better, more just community for us all.

Here are a few resources to commemorate this month and celebrate Black History all year long:

• Dig in and learn more about Black icons and literary giants at the San Jose Public Library: sjpl.org/black-history-month

• Visit and support Black-owned business across the Bay Area: dothebay.com/p/black-owned-businesses-restaurants-shops-the-bay-area-sf-oakland-near-me

• Check out digital exhibits available through the National Museum of African American History & Culture: Celebrate Black History Month 2024 | National Museum of African American History and Culture (si.edu)

Mark Your Calendars - Celebration of Justice & 50th Anniversary

Join us on March 21st at the Marriott Waterfront in Burlingame for the Celebration of Justice & our 50th Anniversary! Learn more and register at lawfoundation.org/events.

Welcome New Board Members

We are thrilled to announce the latest additions to our Law Foundation of Silicon Valley Board of Directors. The Law Foundation is delighted to have their invaluable knowledge and expertise on our board.