John, the Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood, perched on the edge of San Francisco Bay, is a community built on the resilience of its people. Jacqueline Bryant remembers walking its streets as a teenager, advocating for improvements. Inspired by her father, James Bryant—a leader in the movement for racial and economic justice—she continues the fight today as executive director of the A. Philip Randolph Institute (APRI), an important TPL partner.
For decades, the people of Bayview-Hunters Point have worked to make their voices heard. The “Big Five”—a group of extraordinary women—fought for decent housing, education, and a healthy environment. Today, Jacqueline carries their legacy forward, partnering with Trust for Public Land to transform India Basin into a vibrant, accessible waterfront park for her community.
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Photo credit: Alison Sant |
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I hear a lot of stories about the power, the impact that those women had . . . I’m one of those young people that are carrying the torch of the work that they did early on. |
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Thanks to the efforts of Trust for Public Land, Jacqueline and the team at APRI, and other local partners, the first phase of construction is complete. The park features include a beach, restored tidal landscape, playgrounds, fitness areas, a history center in a converted shipyard cottage, a new boathouse, a pier, and a recreational dock for kayaking and fishing. And the community finally has access to the water after being historically cut off from it.
But India Basin is more than green space—it’s an act of justice, a commitment to ensuring that long-time residents benefit from the changes around them. It’s a space for families to gather, play, and connect, and a promise that the generations-long fight for equality will be honored. |
Jacqueline believes it’s: |
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Our time to have a voice in a city process where we don’t normally have a voice. Here’s our opportunity to dream really big. |
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As a supporter of TPL, you know that vibrant public spaces can shape entire communities. From Bayview-Hunters Point to green spaces in your own backyard, we’re helping shape a brighter future with your support. |
Thank you for being a part of this movement for change.
Warmly,
Your friends at Trust for Public Land
PS: The transformation of India Basin is such an inspiring story. Read the full article. |
How does Jacqueline’s story and the transformation of Bayview-Hunters Point resonate with you? |
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