BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//American Leadership Forum Silicon Valley - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:American Leadership Forum Silicon Valley X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.alfsv.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for American Leadership Forum Silicon Valley REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231026T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231026T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182049 CREATED:20230906T214451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T214536Z UID:49066-1698343200-1698350400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:Dinner & Dialogue DESCRIPTION:Connect and converse—ALF style—with ten other extraordinary Senior Fellows. \nThis event is by invitation only. For more information\, contact Allyson Paul. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/dinner-dialogue-oct26/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:Learning Circle,Small Group,Social event/mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/ALF-Dinner-Dialogue-generic-postcard.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231025T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231025T173000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182049 CREATED:20230927T041931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T185947Z UID:49258-1698249600-1698255000@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:ALF National Presents: Civic Bridge Building DESCRIPTION:Civic Bridge Building with Christy Vines and David Eisner\nModerated by Suzanne St. John-Crane\, ALF Silicon Valley CEO\, ALF National Interim Executive Director\, Class XXV / Urbanism XXXIV. \nAre you concerned about polarization in our politics and news feeds? Are you struggling to have dialogue across differences online\, at work\, or at the dinner table? \nJoin us for a stimulating workshop and conversation with two seasoned bridge builders who’ve wrestled with the toughest divisions at the highest levels and turn to deep relationship building\, listening strategies\, and neuroscience to understand how we can thrive as a multi-cultural\, ideologically diverse citizenry. \nDATE: OCT 25\, 2023\nTIME: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM (PT)\nVENUE: ONLINE\nCOST: ALF Senior Fellows/Fellows: No Cost/Optional Donation\, General Public: $30 \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Christy VinesPresident & CEO\, Ideos Institute\nChristy Vines is the President and CEO of Ideos Institute. She is best known for her unique perspective on faith\, society\, and culture\, and her ability to help people bridge differences and connect more authentically. Christy is a published writer\, speaker\, and the executive producer of the 2022 documentary film\, Dialogue Lab: America\, a moving take on the current state of division and polarization in the U.S. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read More\n In 2015\, Christy left the field of religious conflict and extremism to focus on the advancement of the burgeoning field of empathic intelligence and to find answers to the disconnections\, biases\, and misperceptions that often underlie conflict in the first place. She now leads the organization’s research and its application to the fields of conflict transformation\, social cohesion\, communal resiliency\, and servant leadership. \nChristy is a published writer\, speaker\, and the executive producer of the 2022 documentary film\, “Dialogue Lab: America\,” a moving take on the current state of division and polarization in the U.S. She has appeared on podcasts like How Do We Fix It and Bob Goff’s Dream Big Podcast\, with articles and op-eds published in the Washington Post\, Christianity Today\, and Capital Commentary. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n David EisnerFormer CEO of Convergence\nDavid Eisner is a thought leader and former senior executive strengthening civic engagement\, constituent management\, policy-setting\, and coalition action in the worlds of Business\, Philanthropy\, Government\, and Nonprofits. Most recently\, as CEO of Convergence\, David oversaw the expansion of Convergence’s role in the anti-polarization\, bridgebuilding\, and democracy-renewal movements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read More\n As CEO of Convergence\, David oversaw the expansion of Convergence’s role in the anti-polarization\, bridgebuilding\, and democracy-renewal movements\, building programs to inspire and equip leaders and institutions to learn and adopt the mindsets and skills enabling connection and collaboration across divides. This work included\, among other things: \n\nSupporting groups of Congressmen to increase bipartisan planning\, collaboration\, and conflict management;\nCo-founding and co-leading the Collective Impact initiative\, Bridging Movement Alignment Council;\nBuilding a coalition of support for the Building Civic Bridges Act\n\nDavid has served as CEO of the Corp for National and Community Service in the George W. Bush Administration\, Sr. Vice President for the America Online and Time Warner Foundations\, CEO of the National Constitution Center under former President Clinton\, founder of Network for Good\, and board member of many organizations\, including Independent Sector\, National 4-H\, Points of Light\, Public Allies\, One America Movement and more. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/civic-bridge-building/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:ALF National,Learning Circle,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230929T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230929T150000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182049 CREATED:20230824T003257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T192643Z UID:49009-1695976200-1695999600@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:The Power of We DESCRIPTION:The Power of We: Creating a Multi-Racial Community of Care\, Accountability\, & SOLIDARITY\nJoin to:\n-Deepen relationships\n-Appreciate our different experiences and shared values\n-Build solidarity to rebalance power and create a culture that values everyone’s humanity \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Space is limited. Register today! \nJoin with an open heart and mind for deep listening and sharing our stories as we buildcommunity together! \nWe will:–Explore how we experience and can act in solidarity with each other-Explore individual and collective power to co-create a new culture and vision of humanity for all \nLocation: Mountain View Buddhist Temple \nThis is the third session in The Power of We series. \nFacilitators:–Leon Beauchman (Class XX)\, Therapist\, Artist & President\, SCC Alliance of Black Educators–Melissa Cerezo (Class XXXVIII)\, Urban Planner & Manager\, VTA–Darcie Green (Class XXVIII)\, Executive Director\, Latinas Contra Cancer \n \n  URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/the-power-of-we/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group,Learning Circle,Race & Equity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230927T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230927T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182049 CREATED:20230824T005114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T012053Z UID:48990-1695834000-1695844800@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:2023 Fall Gathering DESCRIPTION:JOIN US ON SEP 27 FOR ALF’S FALL GATHERING!\nJoin us on Wednesday\, September 27\, for ALF Silicon Valley’s 2023 Fall Gathering! This annual autumn event is an exclusive opportunity for ALF Senior Fellows and their significant other/guest to join together for an evening of delicious food\, drinks\, light music\, and connecting! \nRegister today—space is limited! \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n DATE & TIMEWednesday\, September 27\, 20235PM – 8PM \nVENUEThe home of Mike (Class XXIII) and Judy Gaulke\, Atherton\, CAAddress to be provided via email confirmation prior the event date. \n\nFeaturing entertainment by The Steve Nakano Jazz Trio.\nPlease note that attendance is limited to ALF Senior Fellows/Fellows and an optional guest/significant other.\nThe event will be held outdoors.\n\nFor questions about this event\, please contact Allyson Paul: allyson@alfsv.org. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/2023-fall-gathering/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:Social event/mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/2023-Fall-Gathering-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230908T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230908T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230707T221036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T221642Z UID:48835-1694176200-1694181600@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:September Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:San Francisco / East Bay Senior Fellows Lunch & Learn | Media and Our Democracy\nEnjoy lunch and dialogue focused on media and the role it is currently playing in shaping the health of our democracy with Senior Fellows living or working in San Francisco and the East Bay! \nHosted by Tim Olson (Education XXX) and Stephen Murphy (Class XLII). \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Location: KQED\, 2601 Mariposa Street San Francisco\, CA 94110\nGuests can park in KQED lot under the building. The entrance is on York street. \nTime: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/sep-8-lunch-learn/ LOCATION:KQED\, 2601 Mariposa Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230830T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230830T190000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230726T174207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T174207Z UID:48922-1693414800-1693422000@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:AAPI Caucus DESCRIPTION:Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Senior Fellows and Fellows come together to build relationships\, support each other’s leadership\, and explore how they can collectively address issues of concern to them and their communities. \nRacial caucuses can provide “opportunities for those who share a common identity to meet separately to gather\, connect\, and learn.” Often\, “caucusing can be a valuable component of an organization’s broader racial justice and equity and inclusion efforts\,” including time in separate caucuses and time together in multi-racial community. \nALF is continuing and deepening the work of bringing people together to build understanding and relationships across differences. \nIf you are interested in joining the AAPI\, Black\, Latino/a/x\, or white anti-racist group\, or creating another group\, please contact Akemi Flynn. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/aapi-caucus-11/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230805T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230805T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230608T200029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T200029Z UID:47426-1691235000-1691244000@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:ALF Black Brunch DESCRIPTION:Senior Fellow George Brown (Class XXV) invites ALF Black to brunch at his home in Los Altos. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/alf-black-brunch/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230628T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230628T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230524T173356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T173356Z UID:46661-1687975200-1687982400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:Dinner & Dialogue DESCRIPTION:Connect and converse—ALF style—with ten other extraordinary Senior Fellows. \nThis event is by invitation only. For more information\, contact Allyson Paul. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/dinner-dialogue/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:Small Group,Social event/mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/ALF-Dinner-Dialogue-generic-postcard.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230627T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230627T133000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230515T215712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T215850Z UID:45826-1687854600-1687872600@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:ALF Women's Gathering DESCRIPTION:Loading…Loading… URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/alf-womens-gathering/ LOCATION:Nestledown\, 22420 Old Santa Cruz Highway\, Los Gatos\, CA\, 95033\, United States CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group,Learning Circle,Race & Equity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/Womens-Gathering-event-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230610T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230610T150000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230515T221434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T221434Z UID:46206-1686396600-1686409200@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:AAPI Caucus Angel Island Learning Experience DESCRIPTION:We are partnering with the Angel Island Foundation to provide a special guided tour of the Angel Island Immigration Station and facilitated discussion by Ed Tepporn\, Executive Director\, about the connections between historical and current events and experiences. \nTo register\, contact Akemi Flynn \nTentative Schedule:\n11:30am – Arrive at Angel Island\n11:30-noon: Walk to the Immigration Station (about 30 minutes walk from Ferry Dock)\n12-1pm Picnic Lunch (pack your own lunch)\n1-3pm Guided Tour\n3pm Walk back to Ferry Dock URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/aapi-caucus-angel-island-learning-experience/ LOCATION:Unnamed Venue CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230602T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230602T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230510T182847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T184736Z UID:45819-1685709000-1685714400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:San Francisco & East Bay Senior Fellow Lunch DESCRIPTION:Senior Fellows who live or work in the San Francisco and East Bay areas are invited to join an ALF check-in hosted by Randy Pond (Class XVII) in partnership with Stephen Murphy (Class XLII). \nLocation: Cristo Rey De La Salle High School\, 1530 34th Avenue\, Oakland 94601 \nVisit the school\, enjoy lunch\, and explore collaboration opportunities. \nRSVP by May 26 with any dietary restrictions: Allyson Paul\, allyson@alfsv.org URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/san-francisco-east-bay-senior-fellow-lunch/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:Social event/mixer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230602T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230602T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230418T180725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T235702Z UID:44782-1685694600-1685714400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:Power of We DESCRIPTION:The Power of We: Creating a Multi-Racial Community of Care\, Accountability\, & Solidarity \nJoin this unique experience with AAPI\, Latine/a/o/x\, and Black Senior Fellows to:-Deepen relationships-Appreciate our different experiences and shared values-Begin to rebalance power to create a culture that values everyone’s humanity \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Space is limited. Register today! \nJoin with an open heart and mind for deep listening and sharing our stories as we build community together! \nLocation: East Palo Alto \nThis is the second session in The Power of We series. \nFacilitators:–Leon Beauchman (Class XX)\, Therapist\, Artist & President\, SCC Alliance of Black Educators–Melissa Cerezo (Class XXXVIII)\, Urban Planner & Manager\, VTA–Darcie Green (Class XXVIII)\, Executive Director\, Latinas Contra Cancer \n \n  URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/power-of-we-june2/ LOCATION:East Palo Alto\, CA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230531T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230531T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230510T182208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T182208Z UID:45817-1685545200-1685548800@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:Anti-Racist Learning Circle DESCRIPTION:The Anti-Racist Learning Circle is a space for white Senior Fellows to be in dialogue about how white people can be anti-racist leaders\, and co-conspirators with people of color\, for equity and belonging. This group explores historical and current systemic\, structural and interpersonal racism. In this group\, we: \n-Examine white fragility and how it shows up personally and institutionally\n-Explore what it means to be actively anti-racist and how to become an ally and co-conspirator\n-Provide a space to struggle and grapple with your own internalized racism \nRacial caucuses can provide “opportunities for those who share a common identity to meet separately to gather\, connect\, and learn.” Often\, “caucusing can be a valuable component of an organization’s broader racial justice and equity and inclusion efforts\,” including time in separate caucuses and time together in a multi-racial community. ALF is also continuing and deepening the work of bringing people together to build understanding and relationships across differences. \nIf you have any questions regarding this learning circle\, contact Shiloh Ballard (Class XXVII). URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/anti-racist-learning-circle/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group,Race & Equity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230420T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230420T210000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230111T021238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T213945Z UID:39653-1682011800-1682024400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:2023 Exemplary Leadership Celebration DESCRIPTION:Save the date! Event details and ticket sales coming soon! URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/2023-exemplary-leadership-celebration/ LOCATION:Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club\, 2900 Sand Hill Road\, Menlo Park\, CA\, 94025\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230317T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230317T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230118T215140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T184553Z UID:40118-1679047200-1679061600@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:The Power of We DESCRIPTION:The Power of We: Creating a Multi-Racial Community of Care\, Accountability\, & Solidarity \nJoin this unique experience with AAPI\, Latine/a/o/x\, and Black Senior Fellows to:-Deepen relationships-Appreciate our different experiences and shared values-Begin to rebalance power to create a culture that values everyone’s humanity \n \n \n \n \n \n \nGet Tickets\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Space is limited. Register today! \nJoin with an open heart and mind for deep listening and sharing as we build community together! We will:-Reflect on white supremacy culture and other forms of oppression and how they create a power imbalance-Explore individual and collective power to co-create a new culture and vision of humanity for all \nLocation:Gamble Garden1431 Waverley StreetPalo Alto\, CA 94301 \nWe envision this as the first session in The Power of We series. \nFacilitators:–Leon Beauchman (Class XX)\, Therapist\, Artist & President\, SCC Alliance of Black Educators–Melissa Cerezo (Class XXXVIII)\, Urban Planner & Manager\, VTA–Darcie Green (Class XXVIII)\, Executive Director\, Latinas Contra Cancer \n \n  URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/power-of-we/ LOCATION:Gamble House\, 1431 Waverley Street\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94301\, United States CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group,Race & Equity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230307T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230307T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230208T220329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T000701Z UID:41291-1678203000-1678208400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:ALF National Presents: Love as a Business Strategy DESCRIPTION:In 2015\, when a toxic culture almost bankrupted their company\, Softway’s leadership team—including Love as a Business Strategy authors Mohammad Anwar (CEO)\, Chris Pitre (VP)\, and Frank Danna and Jeff Ma (Directors)—vowed to bring humanity back to the workplace. Through trial\, error\, and determination\, they rebuilt their organization around their greatest asset: people. \nBroken out into three distinct sections\, the authors of the book ‘Love As A Business Strategy‘ will cover the dramatic effect ‘love’ had on their business\, strategy\, and people. As business professionals and practitioners\, Mohammad\, Chris\, Jeff and Frank will make a compelling case for why ‘love’ should be part of every business strategy\, and how it could even become your competitive advantage. \nIntended Outcomes & Learning Objectives: \n\nAttendees will walk away with new ideas and fresh approaches to bring out the best in their employees\, their companies\, and themselves.\nAttendees will see how ‘love’ can change their behavior towards each other\, and lead to more inclusion and diversity as a result.\nAttendees will leave inspired to do their part in bringing humanity to their workplace.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nGet Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n This is a virtual event. Registrants will receive an access link a few days before the event date. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/love-as-a-business-strategy/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:ALF National,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/MAR-7-event-banner-v3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230302T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230302T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230110T000302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T194351Z UID:39597-1677744000-1677776400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:California Conference for Women DESCRIPTION:We’re partnering with the California Conference for Women to support women and allies on a path of #LeadingTogether. The California Conference for Women is a non-profit\, non-partisan organization that holds an annual Conference to advance women and allies’ professional and personal development. \nThis year’s conference will take place over two days\, with virtual and hybrid experiences available. Learn more. \nMarch 1: Santa Clara Convention Center\nMarch 2: Virtual URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/california-conference-for-women-2/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230301T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230301T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230109T235603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T193202Z UID:39592-1677657600-1677686400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:California Conference for Women DESCRIPTION:We’re partnering with the California Conference for Women to support women and allies on a path of #LeadingTogether. The California Conference for Women is a non-profit\, non-partisan organization that holds an annual Conference to advance women and allies’ professional and personal development. \nThis year’s conference will take place over two days\, with virtual and hybrid experiences available. Learn more. \nMarch 1: Santa Clara Convention Center\nMarch 2: Virtual URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/california-conference-for-women/ LOCATION:Santa Clara Convention Center\, 5001 Great America Parkway\, Santa Clara\, 95054\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230217T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230217T133000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20230214T040154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T040329Z UID:41688-1676633400-1676640600@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:ALF Black & Black@Netflix | Reparations: what does it mean for us? DESCRIPTION:For Black History Month\, ALF Black is having a special session with Black@Netflix to learn about reparations processes underway in CA and across the country and to engage in dialogue about what reparations mean to us and our communities. \nJon Hicks (Class XXXI) will host at Netflix in Los Gatos. The session will also be available through Zoom. \nhttps://bit.ly/ALFBlackFeb17 URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/alf-black-blacknetflix-reparations-what-does-it-mean-for-us/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/ALF-Black-Feb-17-event-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230113T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230113T163000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20221214T000122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T233258Z UID:38393-1673609400-1673627400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:Women’s Gathering DESCRIPTION:ALF Woman Leaders: Join us for our Women’s Gathering on Friday\, January 13th at the Packard Foundation’s Taaffe House in Los Altos Hills. \nJoin for lunch and/or the whole afternoon of:\n-Community-building for support\, solidarity\, and inspiration\n-Reflection\, letting go and setting intentions\, and rejuvenation \nRSVP HERE \nSpace is limited. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/womens-gathering/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:Small Group,Social event/mixer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221013T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221013T190000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20220819T004329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T215709Z UID:32470-1665680400-1665687600@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:2022 Fall Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join us for food\, friendship\, and fun at ALF Silicon Valley’s 2022 Fall Gathering! This annual event is exclusively for ALF Senior Fellows\, Fellows\, and a significant other/guest. Register today—space is limited!\nDATE & TIME\nThursday\, October 13\, 2022\n5PM – 7PM \nVENUE\nThe home of Mike (Class XXIII) and Judy Gaulke\, Atherton\, CA\nAddress to be provided via email confirmation prior the event date. \nFeaturing entertainment by The Steve Nakano Jazz Trio. \n \n \n \n \n \n \nGet Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Please note that attendance is limited to ALF Senior Fellows/Fellows and an optional guest/significant other. Additionally\, we kindly ask that all attendees are fully vaccinated. \nCovid-19 Safety Protocols: \n\nThe event will be held outdoors\nMasks are not required\, but are welcomed\nCatering staff will be fully vaccinated and masked\n\nFor questions about this event\, please contact Allyson Paul: allyson@alfsv.org. \nView photos from our 2021 Fall Gathering! URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/2022-fall-gathering/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:Social event/mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/Fall-Gathering-web-banner-v3-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221006T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221006T180000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20220720T013534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T175920Z UID:31026-1665075600-1665079200@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:The 1619 Project Book Club Series: Citizenship\, Democracy\, Immigration & Race Relations DESCRIPTION:The 1619 Project Book Club Series: Citizenship\, Democracy\, Immigration & Race Relations \nThis virtual session will be facilitated by Dr. Hien Do (Class XXXVI)\, Professor of Sociology & Social Science\, San Jose State University\, and Asian American Studies\, Center for Comparative Studies in Race & Ethnicity\, Stanford University. \nParticipants should read Chapter 8\, “Citizenship” by Martha S. Jones. Come ready to share your reflections\, questions\, and ideas about how the reading relates to our understanding of U.S. history and current issues. \nIn this session\, we will explore: \n\nWhat does it mean to be a citizen? What does that mean for our democracy?\nWhy has the granting/denying of citizenship been such a highly contested “right” in our history?\nHow does an understanding of the idea of citizenship and all the rights and privileges associated with it help us understand the issues of immigration and race relations in current times?\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nGet Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n UPDATE: THIS SESSION HAS BEEN MOVED TO ONLINE. REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK PRIOR TO THE EVENT. \nAbout The 1619 Project Book Club SeriesWhether you are a fan or critic of The 1619 Project (or perhaps just learning about it)\, we invite ALF Senior Fellows and Fellows to join one or more of our book club-style\, Senior Fellow-led\, dialogue sessions centered on The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story. \nWould you like to facilitate a book club session on another The 1619 Project book chapter? Contact Akemi Flynn\, ALF Chief Impact Officer. \nReturn to book club series main page. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/the-1619-project-book-club-series-citizenship-democracy-immigration-race-relations/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Race & Equity,The 1619 Project Book Club Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/1619-Book-Club-Series-page-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220928T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220928T180000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20220720T010558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T071321Z UID:31008-1664384400-1664388000@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:The 1619 Project Book Club Series: Inheritance & Justice DESCRIPTION:The 1619 Project Book Club Series: Reparations Considered—Inheritance & Justice\nLeon Beauchman (Class XX)\, Therapist\, Artist & President of the SCC Alliance of Black Educators\, will facilitate this virtual session. \nParticipants should read Chapter 11\, “Inheritance” by Trymaine Lee\, and Chapter 18\, “Justice” by Nikole Hannah-Jones. Come ready to share your reflections\, questions\, and ideas about how the reading relates to our understanding of U.S. history and current issues. \nThese chapters provide supporting evidence to inform the California Reparations Plan\, which will be considered in a session hosted by the California Reparations Task Force. The Task Force will issue final recommendations in 2023 and will undoubtedly cause controversy. See the California Reparations Report here. \n \n \n \n \n \n \nGet Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout The 1619 Project Book Club Series\nWhether you are a fan or critic of The 1619 Project (or perhaps just learning about it)\, we invite ALF Senior Fellows and Fellows to join one or more of our book club-style\, Senior Fellow-led\, dialogue sessions centered on The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story.\nWould you like to facilitate a book club session on another The 1619 Project book chapter? Contact Akemi Flynn\, ALF Chief Impact Officer. \nReturn to book club series main page. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/the-1619-project-book-club-series-inheritance-justice/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Race & Equity,The 1619 Project Book Club Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/1619-Book-Club-Series-page-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220914T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220914T180000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20220328T222739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220820T010651Z UID:25333-1663173000-1663178400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:A Conversation with Nikole Hannah-Jones DESCRIPTION:Whether you are a fan or critic of The 1619 Project\, or perhaps just learning about it\, we invite you to join ALF as we hear from author and journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and engage in dialogue with leaders from diverse perspectives. \nNikole Hannah-Jones is the Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of The 1619 Project and a staff writer at The New York Times Magazine. She has spent her career investigating racial inequality and injustice\, and her reporting has earned her the MacArthur Fellowship\, known as the Genius grant\, a Peabody Award\, two George Polk Awards\, and the National Magazine Award three times. She is also now the founder of the Center for Journalism and Democracy at Howard University. \nThe conversation with Nikole Hannah-Jones will be moderated by Rev. Michael-Ray Mathews (Class XLI)\, Deputy Director\, Faith in Action global network\, Senior Fellow at Auburn Seminary\, and podcast host of Prophetic Resistance and The Four. \nThis event is part of our Revolution of the Heart 2022 Speaker Series. \n \n \n \n \n \n \nGet Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn more about Nikole and The 1619 Project:The 1619 Project Book Club Series \nNikole Hannah-Jones \nThe 1619 Project with the New York Times Magazine \nThe 1619 Project: A New Origin Story book URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/a-conversation-with-nikole-hannah-jones/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Revolution of the Heart Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/Nikole-Hannah-Jones-event-cover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220910T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220910T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20220723T071551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220723T071551Z UID:31235-1662809400-1662818400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:ALF Black Social DESCRIPTION:Black Senior Fellows come together to build relationships\, support each other’s leadership\, and explore how they can collectively address issues of concern to them and their communities. \nRacial caucuses can provide “opportunities for those who share a common identity to meet separately to gather\, connect\, and learn.” Often\, “caucusing can be a valuable component of an organization’s broader racial justice and equity and inclusion efforts\,” including time in separate caucuses and time together in multi-racial community. \nALF is continuing and deepening the work of bringing people together to build understanding and relationships across differences. \nIf you are interested in joining the AAPI\, Black\, Latino/a/x\, or white anti-racist group\, or creating another group\, please contact Akemi Flynn. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/alf-black-social-2/ LOCATION:Private Venue END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220831T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220831T183000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20220719T220934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T071145Z UID:30985-1661965200-1661970600@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:The 1619 Project Book Club Series: Dispossession DESCRIPTION:The 1619 Project Book Club Series: Dispossession—Native American & Black American Experiences \nThis virtual session will be facilitated by Teresa Castellanos (Class XXVI)\, Trustee\, San Jose Unified School Board\, and Immigrant Services Coordinator\, SCC Office of Immigrant Relations\, and Chris Norwood (Class XXVIII)\, Vice President\, Milpitas Unified School Board\, and Chief Strategy Officer & District Partnerships\, SV Education Foundation. \n \nParticipants should read Chapter 5\, “Dispossession” by Tiya Miles\, about intersections between Black American and Native American experiences. Come ready to share your reflections\, questions\, and ideas about how the reading relates to our understanding of U.S. history and current issues. \nIn this session\, we will explore: \n\nIs it important to learn about this history? How might it be helpful or harmful for students and our society?\nHow do these historical examples of systemic hierarchies\, division\, and solidarity relate to issues we face today?\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nGet Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAbout The 1619 Project Book Club Series\nWhether you are a fan or critic of The 1619 Project (or perhaps just learning about it)\, we invite ALF Senior Fellows and Fellows to join one or more of our book club-style\, Senior Fellow-led\, dialogue sessions centered on The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story.\nWould you like to facilitate a book club session on another The 1619 Project book chapter? Contact Akemi Flynn\, ALF Chief Impact Officer. \nReturn to book club series main page. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/the-1619-project-book-club-series-dispossession/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Race & Equity,The 1619 Project Book Club Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/1619-Book-Club-Series-page-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220823T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220823T201500 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20220719T213220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T021940Z UID:30971-1661278500-1661285700@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:The 1619 Project Book Club Series: Progress & Justice DESCRIPTION:The 1619 Project Book Club Series: Progress & Justice \nGeorge Brown (Class XXV)\, Executive Director\, Stanford Center for Racial Justice\, will host this small group at his Los Altos home. \nParticipants should read Chapter 17\, “Progress” by Ibram X. Kendi\, and Chapter 18\, “Justice” by Nikole Hannah-Jones. Come ready to share your reflections\, questions\, and ideas about how the reading relates to our understanding of U.S. history and current issues. \nThese two chapters will allow us to reflect on the concept of Black progress in American history and the direction of the “arc of the moral universe.” We will also reflect on the role of Black Americans in advancing our democracy and what needs to happen to move towards a concept of justice. \n \n \n \n \n \n \nGet Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Capacity limited to 10 individuals. Arrive between 6:15pm and 6:45pm. Book discussion from 6:45pm to 8:15pm. \nAbout The 1619 Project Book Club SeriesWhether you are a fan or critic of The 1619 Project (or perhaps just learning about it)\, we invite ALF Senior Fellows and Fellows to join one or more of our book club-style\, Senior Fellow led\, dialogue sessions centered on The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story. \nWould you like to facilitate a book club session on another The 1619 Project book chapter? Contact Akemi Flynn\, ALF Chief Impact Officer. \nReturn to book club series main page. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/the-1619-project-book-club-series-progress-justice/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:Race & Equity,The 1619 Project Book Club Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/1619-Book-Club-Series-page-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220812T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220812T133000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20220723T071338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220723T071338Z UID:31233-1660305600-1660311000@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:ALF Black Social DESCRIPTION:Black Senior Fellows come together to build relationships\, support each other’s leadership\, and explore how they can collectively address issues of concern to them and their communities. \nRacial caucuses can provide “opportunities for those who share a common identity to meet separately to gather\, connect\, and learn.” Often\, “caucusing can be a valuable component of an organization’s broader racial justice and equity and inclusion efforts\,” including time in separate caucuses and time together in multi-racial community. \nALF is continuing and deepening the work of bringing people together to build understanding and relationships across differences. \nIf you are interested in joining the AAPI\, Black\, Latino/a/x\, or white anti-racist group\, or creating another group\, please contact Akemi Flynn. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/alf-black-social/ LOCATION:Private Venue END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220727T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220727T193000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20220723T071035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220723T071035Z UID:31230-1658943000-1658950200@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:Summer Social with La Comundad\, ALF Black\, and AAPI Caucus DESCRIPTION:Summer Social with La Comundad\, ALF Black\, and AAPI Caucus \nContact Akemi Flynn for more information. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/summer-social-with-la-comundad-alf-black-and-aapi-caucus/ LOCATION:Private Venue END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220624T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220624T103000 DTSTAMP:20260525T182050 CREATED:20220419T001731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T200646Z UID:26425-1656061200-1656066600@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:Public Safety: What are the roles for community & police? DESCRIPTION:What have we learned since the murder of George Floyd?\nJoin ALF Senior Fellows and Fellows from across our national network to learn and share about our roles – law enforcement and community leaders – and opportunities to think and act in new ways to make and keep our communities safe.\n \n \n \n \n \n \nBuy Tickets on Eventbrite\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Let’s disrupt the polarizing debate about defunding and defending police and ask ourselves the bigger questions: \n\nWhat do communities need to be safe?\nWhat have we learned\, and what changes are we making since the police killing of George Floyd two years ago?\n\nHear from local and national leaders in law enforcement and civil rights from California\, North Carolina\, Texas\, and Washington. Share your experiences and ideas\, too! \nModerator: Rick Williams\, ALF Fellows Program Co-Facilitator & former Philanthropy CEO (ALF Silicon Valley\, Class XXXIII) \nPanelists: \n\nLouis Cooper\, Sr. Director of Security & Corporate Social Responsibility\, Port of Tacoma\, and member\, Tacoma Police Advisory Committee (ALF Tacoma\, Class XX)\nJames Gonzales\, San Jose Police Department & former Vice President\, San Jose Police Officers Association\, LGBTQ Community Leader\, and co-leader\, ALF Justice & Safety Learning Community (ALF Silicon Valley\, Class XXVII)\nDarcie Green\, Executive Director\, Latinas Contra Cancer\, and co-leader\, ALF Justice & Safety Learning Community (ALF Silicon Valley\, Class XXVIII)\nChief Jeffrey Ledford\, Shelby Police Department (ALF Charlotte Region\, Class XV)\nChief Sheryl Victorian\, Waco Police Department (ALF Houston\, Class XLVII) URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/public-safety-what-are-the-roles-for-community-police/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:ALF National,Race & Equity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/Jun-24-event-banner-v2.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR