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Violence Prevention Advocates Receive 2007 California Peace Prize
On November 14, 2007 TCWF honored three community leaders with its 15th annual California Peace Prize at an awards ceremony in San Francisco. Casey Gwinn, San Diego, works with victims of domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse and sexual assault. Patricia Lee, San Francisco, helps youth at risk for entry into the juvenile justice system. Cora Tomalinas advocates on behalf of San Jose youth and other community residents on gang prevention and other issues. In recognition of their efforts to prevent violence and promote peace, the honorees each received a cash award of $25,000. To learn more about the honorees, visit www.tcwf.org.
TCWF Sabbatical Program Honors Nonprofit Executives
Eight nonprofit health-sector executives were recognized by TCWF’s Sabbatical Program in a ceremony in Los Angeles on November 1, 2007. The leadership support program, now in its fifth year, provides organizations with grants of $35,000. The honorees are: Fred Bauermeister of the Free Clinic of Simi Valley; Maria Costello of the Crossroads Foundation; Rufino Dominguez of Centro Binacional Para el Desarrollo Indígena Oaxaqueño; April Lea Go Forth of Resources for Indian Student Education, Inc.; Marsha Krouse-Taylor of Casa de Esperanza, Inc.; Penny Newman of the Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice; William “Blinky” Rodriguez of Communities in Schools of San Fernando Valley, Inc.; and Mary Szecsey of West County Health Centers, Inc. To learn more about the program and its recipients, visit www.tcwf.org.
Conference on Criminal Justice and Journalism Held at USC
“A 21st Century Criminal Justice System for Los Angeles: A Look at the Present, a Model for the Future and a Blueprint for Media Coverage” was the topic of a TCWF-sponsored conference held at the University of Southern California January 22-24, 2008. Panelists included former TCWF California Peace Prize honorees Connie Rice and Darren “Bo” Taylor, who with other civic leaders, policymakers, and community service providers discussed the successes and failures of the criminal justice system; the challenge of developing a collaborative approach that includes prevention of youth violence, rehabilitation of prisoners and re-entry; and media’s role in bringing context and diverse perspectives to the public.
 TCWF Co-sponsors Dialogue With Gang Czar Jeff Carr
Zócolo, a Los Angeles-based cultural forum, held an event featuring the City of Los Angeles’ director of gang reduction and youth development, Rev. Jeff Carr. Dubbed the city’s first “gang czar,” Carr is charged with implementing Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa’s anti-gang strategy. Moderated by Los Angeles Times crime reporter Jill Leovy, the event was held at the Central Library in downtown Los Angeles on November 20, 2007.
 TCWF Announces New Board Member
A. Eugene Washington, M.D., executive vice chancellor and provost of the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), joined the TCWF Board of Directors. Washington also serves as professor of gynecology, epidemiology and health policy at UCSF’s School of Medicine.
New Reflections Available Online
“Reflections on Leadership Recognition-TCWF’s Champions of Health Professions Diversity Award” is available at www.tcwf.org. Since 2003, this award has honored 15 individuals who have made significant strides toward developing a health care workforce that more closely reflects the ethnic and cultural profile of California. The prizes—and the accompanying communications strategy—honor their work and raise their profiles in the state.
 Peggy Saika Honored by Asian American Justice Center
On October 10, 2007, the Asian American Justice Center (AAJC) honored Peggy Saika at its 11th annual American Courage Awards in Washington, D.C. Saika, chair of TCWF’s Board of Directors, received the Distinguished Service Award for her contributions on behalf of Asian Americans. She has been a TCWF Board member since 1997.
Kudos
Sandra J. Martínez, program director, has been appointed to the board of directors for the Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees.
 Staff Updates
TCWF recognizes Kay Dawson, grants management database administrator, and Fatima Angeles, director of evaluation and organizational learning, for 10 years of service to the Foundation.
Amber López Gamble has been named executive assistant to the vice president of programs.
TCWF welcomes Denise Barrett as communications associate.
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