After the Fire: Voices from Black Altadena Two-Part Webinar Series
In January 2025, Altadena experienced the Eaton Fire, one of the most pressing environmental and social justice calamities of our time. Thousands lost their homes, many were displaced, and the community continues to mourn the lives lost. What can we learn from this community’s rich legacy of Black homeownership amidst current efforts to rebuild?
Part II of a reflective conversation, one year after the Eaton Fire, happened on Wednesday, January 28, at 4pm PST. Featuring Robin D.G. Kelley, Distinguished Professor and Gary B. Nash Endowed Chair in U.S. History, UCLA and Shimica Gaskins, renowned poet and President & CEO, End Child Poverty, CA.
Wednesday, January 284:00 PM PTZoom
Watch the recording of the webinar here!
After the Fire: Voices from Black Altadena webinar, 10/21/25
In January 2025, Altadena experienced one of California’s most devastating fires. Thousands of residents lost their homes, many were displaced, and the community continues to grieve the lives lost. The first part of this webinar series features a reflective conversation on the impact nine months later.Featuring:
- Veronica Jones, President, Altadena Historical Society
- Dr. Hajar Yazdiha, Associate Professor of Sociology, USC; Faculty Affiliate, USC ERI & USC Black Studies Center, and longtime Altadena/Pasadena resident.
- Dr. Oneka LaBennett, Director, USC Black Studies Center
Together, they will explore the ongoing recovery, resilience, and the lived experiences of Black Altadena.
Tuesday, October 214:00 PM PTZoom
Watch the recording of the webinar here!