Gang Sweep Today, More Crime Tomorrow: Fresno’s Inability to Deal With Root Causes
Najeeba Syeed on How to Reclaim Healing, Resolve Conflict and Prevent Violence in the Community
In this Justice Revival Lecture, we invited Professor Najeeba Syeed to lead a discussion with us about how to explore models of justice that place agency and power in the hands of the community. Najeeba is the first director of…
Board Profile: Michael Baldwin
Michael Baldwin is a member of Faith in the Valley’s Board of Directors and resides in Stanislaus County. In 2018, after serving 26 years of a double-life sentence, Michael settled in Modesto to use his life experience to bring healing…
Unhoused Voices Prompt Investment in Housing Solutions in Central Valley Communities
Central Valley Youth Plant 300 Trees and Clear Dead Growth from 2020 Creek Fire
Jewish Identities and Social Justice Movements
Faith in the Valley Names Curtis L. Smith New Executive Director
Black Religion, Social Justice and the Radical MLK
We're proud to introduce the Justice Revival Lecture series! In 2022, we will be hosting conversations with academics, clergy, and movement leaders to explore a range of pressing justice issues and the role religious power plays in shaping our society.…
Faith in the Valley Names Interim Executive Director
Pastor Curtis L. Smith has been named interim executive director of Faith in the Valley, with the upcoming departure of Pastor Trena Turner. Pastor Smith will lead the staff team and organization to ensure ongoing alignment with its strategic goals…