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San Francisco

People Power & Service Transforming the City: What's Good SF! Summer Series

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Join us for our second installment of a new series of lively discussion on the future of San Francisco. Featuring leaders in community, service and volunteerism. "People Power & Service" will explore the opportunities for the people of San Francisco to play an active role in the next chapter of our city and the impact that neighbors leading local change can have. Hear strategy and on-the-ground learnings from Josh Fryday, California’s chief service officer, Jess Blackshaw, founder of the Bay Area’s innovative Y Core young professional service program, and Dean Fealk, author and researcher on changemakers and service.

By harnessing the collective energy and dedication of community members, we can breathe new life into urban spaces, foster stronger connections, and address critical social needs. Learn how grassroots efforts are leading sustainable change, driving economic growth, social cohesion, and a renewed sense of pride in San Francisco. Join us in imagining the role of volunteerism in building the vibrant and resilient city of the future.

UP NEXT. . .

Part 3, coming soon: "A Thriving, Natural City," how should we shape a sustainable San Francisco future?

See Part 1: "The Future of Downtown"

"What's Good, SF!” is a compelling series delving into the post-pandemic revitalization of San Francisco. Through three insightful programs, the series navigates the city's landscape of opportunity and challenge. Join us as we uncover the stories of resilience, adaptation and transformation that define San Francisco's journey toward a new, vibrant and sustainable future.

Notes

This program has 2 types of tickets available: in-person and online-only. Please pre-register to receive a link to the live-stream event.

If you have symptoms of illness (coughing, fever, etc.), we ask that you either stay home or wear a mask. Our front desk has complimentary masks for members and guests who would like one.

Commonwealth Club World Affairs of California is a nonprofit public forum; we welcome donations made during registration to support the production of our programming.

This program is generously supported Levi Strauss & Co.

Levi Strauss & Co

Photos courtesy the speakers; SF photo by King of Hearts.

All ticket sales are final and nonrefundable.

Thu, Aug 29 / 5:30 PM PDT

The Commonwealth Club of California
110 The Embarcadero
Taube Family Auditorium
San Francisco, CA 94105
United States

Speakers
Image - Jess Blackshaw

Jess Blackshaw

Former Executive Director, Full Circle Fund YCore Fellowship

Image - Josh Fryday

Josh Fryday

Chief Service Officer, Office of the Governor of California

Image - Dean Fealk

Dean Fealk

Co-author, Impact the World: Live Your Values and Drive Change As a Citizen Statesperson

Format

5 p.m. doors open & check-in
5:30–6:30 p.m. program
(all times Pacific Time)

COST

Members receive 30–50 percent discounts (not a member? Join)

In-person: 
$25 
Online:
$10