When we first met Montana in 2017, he wasn’t satisfied with the direction in which his career was going. The Oakland resident longed for stability and a better-earning wage to support his family, including his then-one-year-old son. He wanted a career change – he wanted to pursue a career in the truck driving industry. Montana learned […]
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The Unity Council’s Partnership With Keep Oakland Housed Prevents Displacement of Family Affected by Pandemic
Oakland resident Sofia and her husband lost their jobs in the beginning of the year due to the stay-at-home order, their savings were quickly depleting as they struggled to cover their housing and other basic living expenses. “We quickly had no money for food or rent. Our two children were depending on us,” said Sofia. […]
