Join us for a special screening of Diagnosing Healthcare, our most awarded documentary yet.

We're proud and excited that the Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF) chose to show the full-length film. They're also hosting a community discussion with local healthcare experts right after the screening.

The film follows the history of medical injustice against Black Americans, from the Tuskegee syphilis study and J. Marion Sims to the disparities in care that still exist today, including the crisis in Black maternal and infant mortality.

After the film, Director Kenan Moos joins Dr. Nneka Chukwu (Washington Health / USF), Dr. Jesse Ikeme (UCSF School of Medicine) and Dr. Tiffany C. Brown (UCSF Health / Silicon Valley Black Nurses Association) for a conversation about who gets heard, believed and cared for in our healthcare system.

This part of the festival is free. Bring your family, friends and questions.

Join us for our 7th Annual Juneteenth Festival! An afternoon of art, music, food, rum punch, wine, beer, speeches, dancers, and vendors!

We are excited to annouce our 7th annual Juneteenth Festival! Check out the video to see a recap of last year's event! We had over 3,000 people join us throughout the day, and this year the festival will be even bigger and more beautiful than last!

Is this event for me?

Yes! This free event is for everyone to celebrate progress, joy, and connections between communities across the Bay - and to have a great time!

Celebrate the community with music, dancing, art, performances, speeches, food, desserts, BBQ, drinks and more!!!

Want to be a Vendor?

We have limited spots open for vendors. Our Juneteenth Festival is specifically held for Black owned / led businesses. Please fill out the interest form by clicking the button below. All approved vendors will receive an email confirming their spot along with their vendor contract.

About this event

An evening of film, food, and powerful conversation.

Join us Saturday, March 28, 2025, from 5:00–8:00 PM for the official premiere of Diagnosing Healthcare — a new documentary exploring the intersections of race, history, and inequity within America’s healthcare system.

Created by filmmakers Kenan Moos, Kiyoshi Taylor, and Ella Maluf, Diagnosing Healthcare travels through seven states, from the Bay Area to the Midwest to the East Coast, capturing deeply personal stories from patients, doctors, and advocates working to build a more just and compassionate healthcare landscape.

🎥 Film Screening
Be among the first to experience Diagnosing Healthcare, a film that connects past to present — from historical exclusion and experimentation to today’s inequities — and uplifts the people driving change within medicine and community care.

🍽️ Dinner & Small Bites
Enjoy a curated dinner experience provided by a featured local Black-owned caterer, along with small bites and desserts throughout the evening.
Dinner plates start at $25 per person, and proceeds go directly to supporting local Black businesses.
(We recommend guests order dinner ahead of time — food quantities are limited.)

Menu:

Rotisserie Chicken with Roasted Red Potatoes and Garlic Naan

Hot Grilled Veggies with Roasted REad Potatoes and Dairy Free Garlic Naan

🗣️ Panel & Community Conversation
After the film, join an engaging panel featuring doctors, healthcare advocates, and the filmmakers themselves. Together, we’ll explore the current state of healthcare, the legacy of Black experiences within it, and how we can work collectively toward equity and change.

About this event

Join us on February 21st from 5–8PM for Black & White, a night that brings together art, poetry, and live music from Bay Area creators. This isn’t just an art show—it’s a community space to connect, reflect, and celebrate Black History Month through creativity and conversation.

You’ll find powerful photography, bold paintings, and moving performances that tell stories of truth, identity, and beauty. We’ll have small bites, good people, and a mix of energy and intention that reminds us what we’re building together.

Every ticket supports Justice Vanguard’s work with youth, educators, and storytellers—helping the next generation find their voice and use it for change.

What to Expect

✨ Art in Contrast
Photography and paintings exploring what Black & White really means.

🎤 Live Poetry & Music
Poets and singers sharing words that move, heal, and challenge us to think deeper.

🍴 Small Bites & Community
Come hungry for food, wine, and connection. Enjoy light bites and conversation with artists and community members.

💡 Purpose & Impact
This night fuels real work—funding Justice Vanguard programs that give young people the tools and confidence to lead.

💛 Support the Work

This event is free and open to everyone, but we’re asking for a suggested donation of $10 to help us keep doing the work that matters. Every dollar supports Justice Vanguard’s youth leadership, education, and storytelling programs—the same programs that help young people find their voice, create change, and preserve our stories for the future.

Whether you donate or simply show up and share space with us, your presence makes a real difference.

Come for the art, stay for the community, and leave inspired to keep building something beautiful together.

Celebrate art, action, and community with Emory Douglas at the Heroes and Heritage Art Show on September 6th.

Heroes and Heritage is a powerful community night open to all — students, families, artists, educators, organizers, and anyone passionate about community, culture, and creativity. This special evening features Emory Douglas, the iconic former Minister of Culture for the Black Panther Party, whose artwork defined a movement and continues to inspire generations.

Hosted at the Los Altos Community Center, the event will include:

• A curated art show featuring historical and contemporary pieces

• An intimate and thought-provoking conversation with Emory Douglas on art, liberation, and the role of creativity in resistance

Guests are invited to engage with interactive storytelling, meet local youth leaders, and enjoy a multigenerational atmosphere of reflection, celebration, and connection. Whether you're joining with friends, family, students, or your community group, this is a night to honor our shared heritage and unite for a better future together.

Dinner:

Mediterranean Bowls with Vegan, Steak, and Chicken Options

• Made fresh with love by Social Elegance

PS: There will be wine.

Check out a video of our last community night and art show below :)

Join us for our 7th Annual Juneteenth Festival! An afternoon of art, music, food, rum punch, wine, beer, speeches, dancers, and vendors!

We are excited to annouce our 7th annual Juneteenth Festival! Check out the video to see a recap of last year's event! We had over 3,000 people join us throughout the day, and this year the festival will be even bigger and more beautiful than last!

Is this event for me?

Yes! This free event is for everyone to celebrate progress, joy, and connections between communities across the Bay - and to have a great time!

Celebrate the community with music, dancing, art, performances, speeches, food, desserts, BBQ, drinks and more!!!

Want to be a Vendor?

We have limited spots open for vendors. Our Juneteenth Festival is specifically held for Black owned / led businesses. Please fill out the interest form by clicking the button below. All approved vendors will receive an email confirming their spot along with their vendor contract.

Justice Vanguard is proud to present a special performance by Eric Dozier, an internationally recognized musician and activist whose work breathes life into the rich history of African American music. Eric’s blend of live music and storytelling will inspire, uplift, and foster deep reflection and connection.

What to Expect:
🍽️ Delicious Dinner catered by Social Elegance – blessed to have them catering again!
🎨 Art Exhibit featuring the powerful works of the Original Black Panther Arist, Emory Douglas
🎨 Live Art in Action – watch a special guest artist create art in real time
🎤 Storytelling & Music Performance by Eric Dozier

Come for the art, stay for the music, and leave inspired. This event is a perfect way to celebrate Black History Month and the enduring power of Black creativity and culture.

Justice Vanguard is proud to present a special performance by Eric Dozier, an internationally recognized musician and activist whose work breathes life into the rich history of African American music. Eric’s blend of live music and storytelling will inspire, uplift, and foster deep reflection and connection.

What to Expect:
🎨 Art Exhibit featuring the powerful works of the Original Black Panther Arist, Emory Douglas
🎨 Live Art in Action – watch a special guest artist create art in real time
🎤 Storytelling & Music Performance by Eric Dozier

Come for the art, stay for the music, and leave inspired. This event is a perfect way to celebrate Black History Month and the enduring power of Black creativity and culture.

Event Description:
Prepare for a powerful and unforgettable evening as we premiere Disrupting Dayton, a documentary that sheds light on the 1966 Dayton Riots and the courageous efforts to desegregate the city's communities and schools. This film explores untold stories of resistance, resilience, and the ongoing fight for justice that shaped Dayton, Ohio. Whether you're passionate about history, social justice, or community, this film will leave a lasting impact.

But this is more than just a film screening—this is a full cultural experience and a fundraiser for Dayton Public Schools!

Make a difference by bringing school supplies or donations for Dayton Public Schools to support the next generation of learners. Your contribution will help empower students and ensure they have the tools they need to succeed as the school year goes forward. We are looking for book bags, notebookes, pencil and coloring tools, clothes and gift cards.

In addition, 50% of all donations made through ticket donations will be given to Dayton Public Schools. All donations are tax deductible as we are a 501c3.

Art Show: Discover the revolutionary artwork of Emory Douglas, former Minister of Culture for the Black Panther Party. His bold pieces capture the spirit of activism, resistance, and hope that resonates with today’s movements.

Post-Film Discussion: After the film, engage in a powerful and insightful discussion with the filmmakers and local community leaders. Dive into the history of Dayton’s fight for equality and explore what’s next for our own communities.

Bring your friends, your family, and anyone passionate about justice and history. This is a night to connect, learn, and be inspired by stories of real change.

Event Description:
Prepare for a powerful and unforgettable evening as we premiere Disrupting Dayton, a documentary that sheds light on the 1966 Dayton Riots and the courageous efforts to desegregate the city's communities and schools. This film explores untold stories of resistance, resilience, and the ongoing fight for justice that shaped Dayton, Ohio. Whether you're passionate about history, social justice, or community, this film will leave a lasting impact.

But this is more than just a film screening—this is a full cultural experience!

• Art Show: Discover the revolutionary artwork of Emory Douglas, former Minister of Culture for the Black Panther Party. His bold pieces capture the spirit of activism, resistance, and hope that resonates with today’s movements.

• Post-Film Discussion: After the film, engage in a powerful and insightful discussion with the filmmakers and local community leaders. Dive into the history of Dayton’s fight for equality and explore what’s next for our own communities.

• Snacks

Tickets:
FREEEEEEEEE

Bring your friends, your family, and anyone passionate about justice and history. This is a night to connect, learn, and be inspired by stories of real change.

Event Description:
Prepare for a powerful and unforgettable evening as we premiere Disrupting Dayton, a documentary that sheds light on the 1966 Dayton Riots and the courageous efforts to desegregate the city's communities and schools. This film explores untold stories of resistance, resilience, and the ongoing fight for justice that shaped Dayton, Ohio. Whether you're passionate about history, social justice, or community, this film will leave a lasting impact.

But this is more than just a film screening—this is a full cultural experience!

• Art Show: Discover the revolutionary artwork of Emory Douglas, former Minister of Culture for the Black Panther Party. His bold pieces capture the spirit of activism, resistance, and hope that resonates with today’s movements.

• Dinner: Savor a delicious meal from a local Black-owned business (to be announced). Choose between vegetarian and meat options when you purchase your ticket. Food is limited, so be sure to pre-order to guarantee your meal. Limited availability for those who don’t pre-purchase.

• Post-Film Discussion: After the film, engage in a powerful and insightful discussion with the filmmakers and local community leaders. Dive into the history of Dayton’s fight for equality and explore what’s next for our own communities.

Tickets:
$30 inludes your meal!
Dinner must be pre-purchased during checkout. Limited food will be available on-site if not pre-ordered.

Bring your friends, your family, and anyone passionate about justice and history. This is a night to connect, learn, and be inspired by stories of real change.

Summary

We are excited to announce our 5th annual Juneteenth Festival! Check out the video to see a recap of last year's event! We had over 2,300 people join us throughout the day, and this year the festival will be even bigger and more beautiful than last!

Is this event for me?

Yes! This free event is for everyone to celebrate progress, joy, and connections between communities across the Bay - and to have a great time!

Celebrate the community with music, dancing, art, performances, speeches, food, desserts, BBQ, drinks and more!!!

Date & Time

Saturday, June 22 - 12pm-5pm PST

Come join us for a fantastic evening of entertainment and creativity at our Community Movie Night, Dinner, and Art Show! Get ready for a fun-filled event where we premiere our solo documentary Midnight train. There will be delicious food, artwork from local artists including Emory Douglas, the original Black Panther artist, and more!

Our event promises to be an impactful experience for everyone in the community. We have dedicated the last five months filming, researching, and editing this film and are so excited for you to come and see it. Whether you're a history buff, education fanatic, engaged community member, or just wanting something to do, we have something for you.

We are excited to share that we will be serving food from Back-a-yard Caribbean Grill. Food will be $20 per person. There will be vegetarian options available.

In addition to the films and dinner, we are proud to showcase an art show featuring the incredible talents of our community members.

So mark your calendars and gather your friends and family for an unforgettable night of entertainment, good food, and artistic wonders. We can't wait to see you at the Community Movie Night, Dinner, and Art Show!

Join us for a Spooky Season Halloween Party! Vote on our Instagram to pick what movie we will be watching! Come in your favorite costume and enjoy a night of food, games, a movie and more! Make sure to RSVP to hold your spot!!

Welcome to the first of our new series of Community Events!

Moving forward we will only have 5-6 movie nights a year. Each will offer a unique experience with art, food, music, film and special guests. Seating is limited, make sure to hold your spot by RSVPing!

This Movie Night is partnered with Haiti Action Committee.

There will be fresh hand made food provided by Tal Palo, a local Mexican Restaurant in Los Altos.

Art from Emory Douglas the Black Panther Artist and other local artists.

Films from Justice Vanguard and a documentary, Harvest of Hope.

A panel with Justice Vanguard, Haiti Action, and special speakers from Haiti.

Join us on Saturday August 5th at the De Young Museum for the Kehinde Wiley Exhibit.

Get your free tickets here.

American artist Kehinde Wiley’s new body of paintings and sculptures confronts the silence surrounding systemic violence against Black people through the visual language of the fallen figure. It expands on his 2008 series, Down — a group of large-scale portraits of young Black men inspired by Hans Holbein the Younger’s The Dead Christ in the Tomb (1521–1522). Wiley investigates the iconography of death and sacrifice in Western art, tracing it across religious, mythological, and historical subjects. In An Archaeology of Silence, the senseless deaths of men and women around the world are transformed into a powerful elegy of resistance. The resulting paintings of figures struck down, wounded, or dead, referencing iconic paintings of mythical heroes, martyrs, and saints, offer a haunting meditation on the legacies of colonialism and systemic racism.

We are doing it again! We have rented out a majority of the seats at Century 16 Movie Theater this Friday for the showing of Spiderman Across the Spider-verse! Seating is limited and tickets are handed out first come first serve day of. Make sure to fill the form out below to reserve your tickets.

We are asking a $20 minimum donation per ticket.

Join us for a special edition movie night in partnership with San Jose Unified Equity Coalition. The film that we will be showcasing is about: A group of Black and Latin women activists in San José, California, drive a grassroots movement to remove police from their children's schools.

Following the movie there will be a panel and discourse around current efforts, growing engagement, re-imagining safety, and mental health of our youth.

RSVP below!

MOVIE NIGHTTTT! We have popcorn, snacks, water and vibes! Hope to see you all there!

Cool Runnings - Four Jamaican bob-sleighers dream of competing in the Winter Olympics, despite never having seen snow. With the help of a disgraced former champion desperate to redeem himself, the Jamaicans set out to become worthy of Olympic selection, and go all out for glory. RSVP by filling out the form below!

Join us for a special edition movie night in collaboration with AAPI Silicon Valley. For this movie night we will be watching a documentary, Blurring the Color Line:

What did it mean to be Chinese in Black space during segregation? Following director Crystal Kwok's personal journey of discovery, she digs into how her grandmother's family navigated life as grocery store owners in the black neighborhood of Augusta, Georgia. The film weaves personal family stories with memories from the larger Chinese and Black communities, opening up uncomfortable but necessary conversations around anti-black racism and the deeply rooted structure of white power and Chinese patriarchy that contributed to this. Which fountain did the Chinese drink from? Where did they sit on the bus? An entrance into our connected histories we never knew or dared speak about as told through the woman's lens. - Crystal Kwok

Our movie nights are indoors at the brand new Los Altos Community Center. We have seating and tables for everyone. For extra comfort we recommend that you bring a lawn chair, a comfy sweatshirt, and if you feel like a little more - a blanket. We will have free snacks and water.