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The Sidewalk Project is an arts peer empowerment program based in Los Angeles, dedicated to fostering wellness for individuals living outdoors. Through various artistic mediums and public health initiatives, it aims to empower marginalized communities while breaking down barriers between service providers and clients. With a focus on mental wellness and advocacy, The Sidewalk Project actively supports sex workers and the houseless community, addressing issues of stigma, racial justice, and access to resources. Its drop-in center offers a safe haven for cis and trans women, emphasizing low-barrier support and community connection. Generated from the website

DigDeep is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that all Americans have access to clean running water and sanitation. With over 2 million people living without these basic necessities, DigDeep focuses on community-led projects and initiatives that aim to close the water gap in underserved areas across the United States. Through various programs, including the Navajo Water Project, Appalachia Water Project, and Colonias Water Project, DigDeep invests in research, advocacy, and workforce development to address the hidden water crisis. Their commitment is to transform lives and communities by providing essential water resources while promoting the human right to clean water for all. Generated from the website

The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) in Los Angeles is dedicated to ending mass incarceration in California by empowering formerly and currently incarcerated individuals to thrive. Through comprehensive reentry services, a support network, and grassroots policy advocacy, ARC aims to transform the criminal justice system to be more just and equitable for all. ARC focuses on several key areas, including inreach within prisons, providing stable housing and educational opportunities, offering supportive services for reentry, and advocating for policy change. By fostering a community of support, ARC helps its members navigate their journeys and create positive change in their lives and the communities around them. Generated from the website