2015 UNITY City Network Convening
Wednesday, January 7, through Friday, January 9
Prevention Institute, 221 Oak Street, Oakland, California
Program & Site Visit
Travel & Hotel
Resources
Program & Site Visit
Wednesday, January 7
- 5 p.m. Kick-Off Dinner and Networking
- 7:30 p.m. Adjourn for the Day
Thursday, January 8
- 8:30 a.m. Breakfast and Networking
- 9 a.m. UNITY City Network Convening
- Noon Lunch and Networking
- 4 p.m. Site visit at REACH Ashland Youth Center in unincorporated Alameda County -- Ashland (San Leandro)
- 6:30 p.m. Dinner at Forge Pizza in Jack London Square, Oakland
Friday, January 9
- 8:30 a.m. Breakfast and Networking
- 9 a.m. UNITY City Network Convening continues
- 12:30 p.m. Adjourn and Lunch
Download the full event agenda (pdf). Please feel free to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, especially for the site visit to the youth center.
Wifi and Social Media. You may connect to the PIGuest network during your visit, and the password will be provided on site. Use #UCN2015 to live-Tweet the event and share your photos and thoughts with @UNITYinitiative, @preventioninst and others. We will post the #UCN2015 Storify to this page after the event.
Photo Permission and Audio Recordings. Prevention Institute and UNITY will take event photos for sharing with participants and on social media, as well as for possible future use in publications and on our website. If you would rather we not use your image, notify Casey Tran at casey@preventioninstitute.org. We will also record the city panel presentations and Q&A dialogue, to inform the development of publications and tools that support urban efforts to prevent violence. We will request permission if we decide to use audio clips or publicly attribute any quotes to you.
Food. We serve vegetarian and vegan food on the premises to ensure that all guests can enjoy the meals. We want to be inclusive hosts and will accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances whenever possible. Part of how PI promotes community health is to make healthy, delicious food widely available. To reduce harm to the environment and support local communities, we try to only purchase from small businesses organic food grown using sustainable farming practices.
Dogs. PI is a dog-friendly office, so you may see dogs on leash or enclosed in employee workspaces with dog signs on the door. Please ask for permission before you pet any dog. If you are uncomfortable around dogs or have allergies, notify Casey Tran at casey@preventioninstitute.org or 510-444-7738.
About the Site Visit
REACH Ashland Youth Center is a space designed for youth, and young people will be present during our visit. “The amazing part of having something like REACH is that it’s a safe place for kids to be themselves, try new things, instead of getting into trouble,” said Marilyn Hanson, youth consultant. Please respect the youth space; do not take pictures of youth and do not ask invasive questions. You may take pictures of the building. We will walk through the building and grounds, so we suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes. REACH Ashland Youth Center is ADA-accessible with two elevators and ramps. If you require additional accommodation, please describe your requests to Casey Tran at casey@preventioninstitute.org or 510-444-7738.
REACH Ashland Youth Center is an excellent example of what’s possible when many sectors and jurisdictions work together to bring to life a youth-driven vision for a healthy community. REACH is made possible through partnerships with various Alameda County agencies, the Hayward Area Recreation District, the San Lorenzo Unified School District, and many community-based groups, such as La Clinica de la Raza and New Beginnings Job Training and Mentorship.
Watch one of these short videos to learn more:
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REACH Promo (6 mins.)
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The Power Within REACH (8 mins.)
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The Story of REACH (17 mins.).
REACH Ashland Youth Center is part of the Ashland and Cherryland Community Health and Wellness Element in the Alameda County General Plan. REACH was prioritized by the community during the planning stages of the Eden Area Livability Initiative, which Prevention Institute facilitated.
Directions to PI
From the Hotel
PI and UNITY staff will meet you in the hotel lobby at 8:10 a.m. each morning to guide you to the venue. Otherwise, follow these walking directions to Prevention Institute for a 15-minute walk:
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Exit the hotel and head northeast on Jack London Square/Washington Street toward Embarcadero West until 2nd Street. Turn right onto 2nd Street.
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Stay on 2nd Street until Oak Street. Turn left onto Oak Street.
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Prevention Institute is the orange and blue building at the corner of Oak Street and 3rd Street. Go up the stairs and either use the entry code or buzz to be let in.
The Waterfront Hotel offers complimentary shuttle service from 7 to 9 a.m. and from 4 to 8 p.m. To request the shuttle, call the hotel front desk at least five minutes before your departure time, 510-836-3800. Tell the driver to go to the corner of Oak Street and 3rd Street, or follow these driving directions to Prevention Institute.
From the Greater Bay Area
Prevention Institute is easily accessible by public transit, bike and car. PI is the orange and blue building at the corner of Oak Street and 3rd Street. Go up the ramp and either use the entry code or buzz to be let in.
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Bikers, bring your bike with you up the ramp and into the building. The bike racks are in the Health Equity Suite on the 1st Floor.
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BART to Lake Merritt Station: Exit the station at 8th Street and walk for seven minutes. Stay on Oak Street and walk five blocks until 3rd Street. Walking directions from Lake Merritt Station to Prevention Institute.
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Drive from Richmond: From 580 E, merge onto 980 W. Exit Jackson Street and continue straight on 5th Street for two blocks. Turn right onto Oak Street and drive two blocks until 3rd Street. Look for parking.
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Drive from Salinas / San Jose: (From 101 N, merge onto 880 N.) From 880 N, exit Lakeside Drive. Turn left onto Oak Street and drive two blocks until 3rd Street. Look for parking.
Travel & Hotel
From OAK Oakland International Airport
To Prevention Institute via BART Rail Service (30 mins., $7.85)
Board any train at Oakland International Airport Station. Trains leave OAK every five minutes. At the first stop, disembark at Coliseum Station.
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Transfer at Coliseum Station. Board any train going toward San Francisco/Daly City. After two stops, disembark at Lake Merritt Station.
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Exit the station at 8th Street and walk for seven minutes. Stay on Oak Street and walk five blocks until 3rd Street. Walking directions from Lake Merritt Station to Prevention Institute.
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Prevention Institute is the orange and blue building at the corner of Oak Street and 3rd Street. Go up the ramp and either use the entry code or buzz to be let in.
To Waterfront Hotel via BART Rail Service (40 minutes, $7.85)
- Board any train at Oakland International Airport Station. Trains leave OAK every five minutes. At the first stop, disembark at Coliseum Station.
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Transfer at Coliseum Station. Board any train going toward Richmond. After three stops, disembark at 12th St. Oakland City Center Station.
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Exit the station and:
- Walk for 15 minutes. Stay on Broadway and walk south until 3rd Street. Turn right on 3rd Street and then left onto Washington Street. Cross the train tracks on Embarcadero West to enter Jack London Square and walk toward the water. Walking directions from 12th St. Oakland City Center Station to the Waterfront Hotel.
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or Take a free shuttle. Look for the green bus sign “B on Broadway” and board any southbound bus toward Jack London Square. Buses leave every 15 minutes. After five stops, disembark at Jack London Square. Shuttle Route Map (pdf).
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The Waterfront Hotel is the blue and white building inside the Square past the fountain and traffic roundabout.
For travel reimbursement, please retain your receipts.
Driving Directions to Prevention Institute
Driving Directions to Waterfront Hotel
From SFO San Francisco International Airport
To Prevention Institute via BART Rail Service (55 minutes, $8.95)
Board any train at San Francisco International Airport Station. Trains leave SFO every 15 minutes. At the second stop, disembark at Balboa Park Station.
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Transfer at Balboa Park Station. Board any train going toward Fremont. After nine stops, disembark at Lake Merritt Station.
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Exit the station at 8th Street and walk for seven minutes. Stay on Oak Street and walk five blocks until 3rd Street. Walking directions from Lake Merritt BART to Prevention Institute.
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Prevention Institute is the orange and blue building at the corner of Oak Street and 3rd Street. Go up the ramp and either use the entry code or buzz to be let in.
To Waterfront Hotel via BART Rail Service (1 hour, $8.95)
- Board any train at San Francisco International Airport Station. Trains leave SFO every 15 minutes. At the second stop, disembark at Balboa Park Station.
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Transfer at Balboa Park Station. Board any train going toward Pittsburg/Bay Point. After nine stops, disembark at 12th St. Oakland City Center Station.
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Exit the station and:
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Walk for 15 minutes. Stay on Broadway and walk nine blocks until 3rd Street. Turn right on 3rd Street and then left onto Washington Street. Cross the train tracks on Embarcadero West to enter Jack London Square and walk toward the water. Walking directions from 12th St. Oakland City Center Station to the Waterfront Hotel.
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Take a free shuttle. Look for the green bus sign “B on Broadway” and board any southbound bus toward Jack London Square. Buses leave every 15 minutes. After five stops, disembark at Jack London Square. Shuttle Route Map (pdf).
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The Waterfront Hotel is the blue and white building inside the Square past the fountain and traffic roundabout.
For travel reimbursement, please retain your receipts.
Driving Directions to Prevention Institute
Driving Directions to Waterfront Hotel
Waterfront Hotel at Jack London Square
10 Washington Street, Oakland, 510-836-3800
Prevention Institute will pay for your hotel room and tax. If you would like to order room service, pay-per-view movies or spa services, you are responsible for covering the cost of any incidentals upon check-out.
If you have any problems checking in, contact Ellen Benshalom of Albany Travel at ellen@albany-travel.com or 1-800-903-4723.
Jack London Square is the fruit-and-vegetable warehouse district, a historic part of Oakland, and re-emerging neighborhood. We hope you enjoy your stay here, and below are some of our staff’s recommended local spots and activities.
Please note that Prevention Institute will provide meals related to the event and we are unable to reimburse any food costs incurred between Wednesday evening and Friday afternoon. As indicated on the travel reimbursement form, you are eligible for limited reimbursement on travel days, January 7 and 9.
Drinks & Snacks
- Blue Bottle Coffee for cappuccinos, cookies and NOLA-style iced coffee. Yelp review and map.
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Miette for macaroons and fancy chocolates. Yelp review and map.
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Heinold’s First and Last Chance Saloon, Jack London’s watering hole. Yelp review and map.
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Beer Revolution with 50 brews on tap. Yelp review and map.
Entertainment & Activities
- Walk or run the 3.5-mile path around Lake Merritt. Map.
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Yoshi’s Oakland for jazz plus sushi. Yelp review and map.
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Off the Grid @OMCA every Friday night, 5 to 9 p.m. Cash bar and food trucks outside the Oakland Museum of California. Yelp review and map.
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Plank for bowling, bocce ball, arcade games and beer garden. Yelp review and map.
Restaurants
- Encuentro, organic local vegetarian and vegan food. Yelp review and map.
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Nido, farm-to-table Mexican food. Yelp review and map.
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Haven, modern California food. Yelp review and map.
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Bocanova, pan-American grill. Yelp review and map.
We will set up a computer station for printing boarding passes on Friday, January 9. We encourage you to carpool with other participants, and we have also scheduled a shuttle to Oakland airport that will pick up participants from Prevention Institute at 12:45 p.m. (15-min. drive without traffic).
For travel reimbursement, please retain your receipts.
Prevention Institute will reimburse travel to and from the event, for a limited number of people from participating cities. If you are one of these people, download and complete the reimbursement form (.xls), and submit all receipts with the form to invoices@preventioninstitute.org by Wed., January 31, 2015. You may also submit by mail using instructions on the form. Please direct any questions about reimbursement to invoices@preventioninstitute.org.
Resources
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High-Level Leadership example: City Voices and Perspectives: R.T. Rybak, Mayor of Minneapolis
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Community Engagement example: Mobilizing Boston Residents to Prevent Violence
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From Los Angeles to New Orleans: A Collaborative Effort to End Violence
Measurement & Impact
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Community Safety Scorecard, by Advancement Project and the Violence Prevention Coalition of Greater Los Angeles
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Guidebook for Strategy Evaluation: Evaluating Your City’s Approach to Community Safety and Youth Violence Prevention
Community Engagement
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Mobilizing Boston Residents to Prevent Violence, part of the UNITY City Voices and Perspectives publication series
Economic Sector, including workforce development
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Part 3 of Multi-Sector Partnerships for Preventing Violence: Economic Sector, page 94, Business Sector, page 158, and Workforce Development, page 257
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What’s Good for Health is Good for Business: Engaging the Business Community in Prevention Efforts
Health Care
Justice, including law enforcement
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Part 3 of Multi-Sector Partnerships for Preventing Violence: Justice Sector, page 82
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“Moving Upstream to Defend Childhood,” by Prevention Institute with Futures Without Violence, to be released in early 2015
News Media
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Part 3 of Multi-Sector Partnerships for Preventing Violence: News Media, page 179
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Moving from Them to Us: Challenges in Reframing Violence among Youth
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Young Men of Color in the Media: Images and Impact, by Robert Entman, Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies
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Chapter 7 of Prevention is Primary, “Using Media Advocacy to Influence Policy”
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More than a Message: Framing Public Health Advocacy to Change Corporate Practices, by Lori Dorfman, Lawrence Wallack and Katie Woodruff, Berkeley Media Studies Group
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Media Advocacy Tools, from the Strategic Alliance
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Making the Case through Media Advocacy, with talking points on the value of prevention
Planning & Zoning
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Part 3 of Multi-Sector Partnerships for Preventing Violence: Planning and Zoning, page 230
Multiple Sectors—Health, Justice, Education and Community
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“In Defense of Childhood: Maximizing Outcomes through Multi-Sector Engagement,” by Prevention Institute with Futures Without Violence, to be released in early 2015
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Connecting the Dots: An Overview of the Links among Multiple Forms of Violence
- Reframing Violence as a Public Health Issue (Lori Dorfman)
- Joint Strategies for Preventing Multiple Forms of Violence (Annie Lyles)
- Measurement and Impact (Billie Weiss)