San Francisco Revival

For over 40 years, The Women’s Building in San Francisco has stood as more than a landmark —i t’s been a sanctuary and a beacon for women, immigrants, and marginalized communities. In this episode of San Francisco Revival, Mission Housing sits down with Tania Estrada, Executive Director of The Women’s Building, to explore her inspiring journey from volunteer to organizational leader.Tania opens up about the intersectional challenges facing women in San Francisco — from housing insecurity and displacement to underreported violence and immigration fears. She also offers insight into the building’s bold new decarbonization initiative and its evolving role as a hub for resilience, advocacy, and connection.🎙️ Tune in to hear why Tania believes “resilience is already in the room,” and what it takes to build a city rooted in equity, collective strength, and hope.And get your ticket to "Unstoppable: The Power of Collective Strength" here. (00:00) – Welcome to San Francisco RevivalBrief introduction to the episode and to guest Tania Estrada.(01:28) – From Volunteer to Executive DirectorTania shares her path to leadership and the values that have grounded her work.(05:30) – The Awe of The Women’s BuildingReflections on the iconic murals and the building’s symbolism.(06:00) – Safe Spaces for Global CommunitiesHow The Women’s Building serves diverse, multilingual, and immigrant women.(07:40) – Unstoppable: Celebrating Collective StrengthAn inside look at the May 16 event celebrating women and community resilience.(09:05) – Rooted in the Mission DistrictThe deep ties between The Women’s Building and the Latinx community in the Mission.(10:45) – The Human Toll of DisplacementHow gentrification and economic instability impact women and families.(13:53) – Immigration Fear and Hidden StrugglesTania exposes the silent crises of harassment, domestic violence, and housing dependency.(17:10) – A Hub for Hope and ConnectionThe Women’s Building as a launchpad for advocacy, healing, and collective services.(20:00) – Where Tania Finds HopeFuture generations, daily community resilience, and a commitment to staying present.(23:50) – Advice for Young Leaders and ActivistsTania encourages new generations to lean into service, even when the risks are high.(27:30) – If She Had a Policy Lever…Tania’s two urgent priorities: immigration reform and universal childcare.(30:20) – Electrifying the Future: Decarbonization and ResilienceThe Women’s Building goes green and positions itself as a post-disaster community hub.(34:50) – A Long-Term Vision for the BuildingInfrastructure, legacy, and environmental justice aligned for the next generation.(35:30) – Final Thoughts and Event ReminderClosing gratitude and a reminder to join Unstoppable: The Power of Collective Strength on May 16.Get your ticket to "Unstoppable: The Power of Collective Strength" here. ⁠

In this urgent and empowering episode of San Francisco Revival, we sit down with Andrea Reyes, an immigration attorney at CARECEN SF (Central American Resource Center), to discuss the critical legal rights immigrants have—regardless of status—in the U.S. Andrea shares insights from her decade of experience in deportation defense, offers practical guidance for dealing with ICE at home, in public, or at work, and unpacks the reality behind “sanctuary city” protections in San Francisco. She also talks about the red cards that can protect you in immigration encounters and how everyday allies can support community defense efforts.⁠[ YouTube: https://youtu.be/9yIXNVn_Z0Q ]⁠⁠[ Web: www.missionhousing.org/podcast ]⁠This episode is a must-listen for immigrants, advocates, and allies alike. Knowledge is power—and in uncertain times, asserting your rights can be your strongest defense. ✊👉 Learn how to protect yourself, your family, and your community.👉 Find out what "Power Not Panic" means in the face of unjust systems.👉 Share this episode with anyone who may need to hear it.🔗 Resources mentioned:ILRC Red Cards (Immigrant Legal Resource Center)📢 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode.Chapters:(00:00) Intro – Immigration fears and daily risks(00:52) Guest introduction – Andrea Reyes from CARECEN SF(01:20) The emotional toll of immigration advocacy(02:53) Where hope comes from amid fear(05:06) Disclaimer: Informational purposes only(06:00) Your rights if stopped by ICE or police(07:05) Right to remain silent & warrant protocol(09:16) How to respond to ICE at your door(10:40) Using red cards to assert your rights(12:00) What to do if approached in public(12:49) Where to get red cards & multilingual options(14:10) ICE raids at the workplace – Know your protections(16:25) Documenting ICE encounters safely(18:41) Role of allies and community rapid response(20:09) What sanctuary city policies really mean(22:13) Community trust and law enforcement(23:55) Andrea’s path into immigration law(27:04) Advice for future lawyers and advocates(28:57) The weight of legal advocacy in immigrant defense(30:37) Racism, classism & the “Gold Card” contradiction(32:25) Fighting back despite overwhelming policies(33:54) What fuels Andrea’s hope and determination(36:02) Most rewarding parts of the work(39:14) Outro and call to action

In a city like San Francisco, cultural arts and community media are tools for civic engagement, people empowerment and community healing.Organizations who facilitate these things are the spiritual backbone of our neighborhoods. They inspire hope and bring people together to create real change. No organization in San Francisco or the Mission exemplifies this better, and has performed this service longer at the highest of levels, than the legendary Acción Latina.On this episode of San Francisco Revival, a Mission Housing podcast, we have a heartfelt conversation with Fatima Ramirez, Acción Latina’s outgoing executive director who has led the organization through arguably its toughest era and into a bright, new world of possibilities. We talk to her about the challenges of leading such a historic organization, the advances Acción Latina has made to ensure a more equitable future for the Mission, and we dissect Fatima’s legacy as she turns the page, looking forward to her next chapter.Chapters(00:00) Homecoming and Reflections on Mission Housing(03:04) Building Community and Fond Memories(05:53) Celebrating Achievements and Community Impact(09:04) The Importance of Underrepresented Voices(11:49) Legacy and Transition at Acción Latina(15:08) Leadership Lessons from the Pandemic(17:59) Storytelling and Journalism's Evolution(21:10) Milestones and Achievements at Acción Latina(27:45) Building a Legacy Through Philanthropy(29:51) Empowering Artists and Community Impact(32:30) Reflections on Leadership and Legacy(38:53) Navigating Career Choices and Community Responsibility(45:06) Finding Hope and Personal Growth

San Francisco’s public education system is more than classrooms and curriculums -- it’s a lifeline for opportunity, equity, and the future of our communities. Yet, the challenges of funding, teacher retention, and family poverty facilitate the narrative of the district.  On this episode of San Francisco Revival, a Mission Housing podcast, we sit down with Edward Kaufman, the CEO of Mission Graduates, to explore the state of education in our City. From the systemic barriers students face to the transformative programs driving change -- we’ll unpack the vision, challenges, and future of empowering young people in San Francisco.  Chapters 01:04 Empowering Young People Through Mission Graduates 10:32 The Intersection of Housing and Education 15:50 Challenges Facing SFUSD: Enrollment and Budget Issues 28:50 The Potential Impact of State Takeover 37:36 Positive Developments in SFUSD 41:54 Personal Reflections and Community Engagement

On the debut episode of San Francisco Revival -- a Mission Housing podcast -- we speak with outgoing District 9 Supervisor Hillary Ronen, who has spent over 15 years working in and representing San Francisco’s District 9, which includes the Mission, Bernal, and Portola.  As her time on the Board of Supervisors comes to a close, we’ll explore what it really means to lead with conviction in one of the most demanding urban environments in the country, the lessons she’s taking with her, and her hopes for the future of San Francisco. This episode promises to offer perspective, honesty, and perhaps even a little levity. Chapters 02:54 Reflections on the 2024 Election and its Impact 13:23 Addressing Poverty as a Central Issue 17:02 The Disconnect Between Rhetoric and Reality 27:34 Balancing Motherhood and Political Responsibility 33:43 Creating a Safe Environment for Children 39:48 Evolution of Political Perspectives 45:28 Finding Hope in Community 55:50 What's Next for Hillary Ronen? 59:18 "The Lighting Round" SF Supervisor Edition

Back in 2019, we were watching San Francisco—our City—go through some major shifts driven by the impacts of gentrification, displacement, and tech. So we launched a podcast called San Francisco inFLUX. Our goals with that project were to explore the complex dynamics of this transformation—It was about understanding the real forces behind this change—forces that were reshaping the culture, pushing out long-time communities, and leaving a lot of us wondering where we fit in.  We highlighted the people and stories that weren’t getting the spotlight and really dug into what’s current and next for the people who make this place home. Since then, our City has continued to be upended by the ever-present impacts of gentrification, and our already deep social inequities have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Look, our City has seen better days, we’re grappling with challenges that don’t have easy answers– but what we’ve noticed about the prevailing narrative is that it paints a hopeless picture that’s quite anxious and dystopian. This way of viewing San Francisco is somewhat fair, but it stifles aspirations, leads to feelings of apathy, and disengages the very people– us – who should be working together to find solutions. Here’s the thing—we know San Francisco still has something special. It’s got us. We’re resilient, compassionate at heart, and familiar with the pavement. We can turn this around.  So that’s why I’m hyped to announce that we’re shifting gears. We’re relaunching the podcast under a new name: San Francisco Revival. We’re focusing on the movements, the stories, and the people who are *actively* pushing back against the doom and gloom. We’re providing words of resilience, healing, and hope. We’re not going to let anyone write us off.  Let’s get to work on the City’s Comeback Story. This is San Francisco Revival, a Mission Housing podcast. 

2020 has been a challenging year, to put it lightly  Everyone has been going through it, and through it, and through it again We all have our own takes on what’s going on, and are responding the best we can We here at San Francisco inFLUX wanted to reach out to influential leaders locally and regionally to hear about what their response has been from their unique positions and perspectives On this episode of San Francisco inFLUX, we interview Fred Blackwell, CEO of the San Francisco Foundation, about how he has seen his role change during COVID, and how foundations are answering calls for justice in both the public health, and racial realms of America.

Es este primer episodio de la segunda temporada de San Francisco influx, el podcast oficial de Mission Housing, nos acompaña Eduardo Garcia de el Latino Community Foundation y Rodrigo Molina, un embajador de la OCEIA de San Francisco para tener una conversación real acerca del Census 2020 y como sus organizaciones están tomando accion para que cada persona en California sea contado y hago el impacto necesario en nuestra comunidades.

On this special edition of San Francisco inFLUX, a Mission Housing podcast, we want to bring you a conversation between our Executive Director Sam Moss and the owner of Manny’s, Manny Yekutiel. The two connected via Zoom during Manny’s Super Civic Cyber Conversations series to discuss the importance of protected affordable housing during this health crisis.

On this episode of San Francisco inFLUX, we sit down for a conversation with Livable Cities' Katy Birnbaum to explore how and why Sunday Streets plans to address the City’s disconnection issues by creating an accessible, fun, and interactive resident experience.

On this episode of San Francisco inFLUX, Julio Lara and Erin Reeves reacts to the key points brought up by the speakers of SPUR's "Re-Envisioning the Planning Commission" panel and break down the best of the ideas brought up during the evening.  EVENT DETAILS:  Planning commissions across the country advise elected officials and municipal departments on the appropriate growth and development of their cities. But complaints about these bodies and the processes that they undertake can be extensive — from regularly scheduled hearings that are all but inaccessible to the public due to location and timing, to politically appointed commissioners not accurately representing the city whose growth they oversee. How could the planning commission process be improved? Join us for a series of rapid-fire presentations about the tweaks, evolutions and transformations that planning commissions could undertake to better suit the needs of today’s cities and their residents. + Chirag Bhakta / Mission Housing + Laura Foote / YIMBY Action + Ron Miguel / Better Market Street Community Advisory Committee + John Rahaim / San Francisco Planning Department + Cindy Wu / Chinatown Community Development Center+ Milicent Johnson / San Francisco Planning Commission + Tyra Fennell / Imprint City+ Michael Yarne / Social Construct

On this episode, we speak with Nancy Pili Hernandez, Bay Native and civil disobedience expert about why she believes in direct action and how the connection between art and resistance inspired her to celebrate her 40th revolution around the sun with a special art exhibit right here in the Mission. For more information on "My Homies Are My Heroes" visit http://bit.ly/sfif-mhrmh

On this episode, we talk with MEDA's Dairo Romero, longtime community organizer in the Mission District, to discuss 2019's victories. With historic moments in the neighborhood this year, and construction cranes popping up all over the Mission, let's take a step back and recognize where and how those victories came to be.

On this episode, we sit with San Francisco Examiner columnist Joe Fitz Rodriguez and break down the 2019 election in San Francisco. Who won big? What does it spell for the future of the City? What MUNI bus is Joe Fitz's favorite? All this and more on San Francisco InFlux.

On this episode, we speak with San Francisco Unified School District Commissioner Gabriela Lopez about the difficulties facing students and educators in San Francisco and the rising challenges in this changing city.

On the inaugural episode of San Francisco inFlux we hear from two of San Francisco's premier artist/activists who are working on a special mural to commemorate the memory of Amilcar Perez-Lopez. To donate to the mural fundraiser, visit http://bit.ly/amilcar-mural-call24 To RSVP for the Nov. 17 Block Party, visit http://bit.ly/fb-event-amilcar