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2025 Opening Meeting

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 2025 OM
2025 Opening Meeting
Saturday September 20
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm


Please join us on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the United Methodist Church in SLO from 2:00 - 4:30 pm for a gathering of League members and guests.

The event will start with appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks, followed by a short business meeting, a panel presentation: "Our Immigrant Community: Contributions and Current Challenges" and an update on League events and activities.

Registration will close on Sept 18, 2025.

This event is open to League members and their guests.

League members, please log into your member account in Club Express to register for yourself and your guests (if applicable).

Our Immigrant Community: Contributions and Current Challenges
Over 10% of the population of San Luis Obispo County are immigrants who contribute to our community and economy daily, the large majority of whom have lived in the United States for over 15 years. Today their rights, livelihoods, and safety are being challenged. Our panelists will help us understand the current situation facing this community and how we can help.
Moderator: 
Panelists:
Kim Gravell Photo
Kimberly Gravell
DEI Team Lead
LWV SLOCO
Joel Diringer Photo
Joel Diringer
Founder and Principal
Diringer and Associates
Genevieve Flores-Haro
Genevieve Flores-Haro
Associate Director
Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP)
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Christine Dawson
CEO
The Community Foundation

The immigrant population of San Luis Obispo County is integral to the county’s economy, social fabric, and cultural diversity. Comprising more than 10% of our population and working in all sectors of our economy, they contribute to the well-being of our community and its prosperity. Addressing their unique challenges—particularly in housing, healthcare, education, and economic security—is essential to fostering an inclusive and resilient community.

Our panelists work closely with this community on a daily basis, helping them to navigate their legal rights, the healthcare system, and the issues of homelessness and unfair labor practices. They will discuss the current challenges facing this community including disenfranchisement, threats of incarceration and deportation, and diminished access to social services including healthcare. They will provide information on the steps being taken to help this community and what needs to be done.

Date and Time

Saturday, September 20, 2025, 2:00 PM until 4:30 PM

Location

United Methodist Church
1515 Fredericks Street
San Luis Obispo, CA  
USA

Category

Member Meetings

Registration Info

Registration is required before Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Payment In Full In Advance Only

Email: info@lwvslo.org

Phone 805-242-6990

League of Women Voters of San Luis Obispo County

P.O. Box 4210

San Luis Obispo, CA 93403