The heart of Russia is not inside the Kremlin, writes Alya Michelson. Many Russians have roots in both Russia and Ukraine, speak both languages and embrace the deep cultural heritage of both countries. By Alya Michelson The road trips to Lviv from the...
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Inner City Law Center Recognizes the Michelsons’ Compassion for Vulnerable and Underserved Individuals
The Inner City Law Center, which fights for housing and justice for the working poor, immigrants, individuals living with disabilities, and homeless veterans, will honor Alya and Dr. Gary K. Michelson with their Humanitarian Award on May 10. “We find it...
Dr. Paul Bastard Explores Severe COVID Disparities
Inaugural Recipient of the Michelson Philanthropies & Science Prize for Immunology Explores Disparity of COVID Severity. By Justin Chapman As the COVID-19 pandemic enters its third year, so much is still unknown about the coronavirus that has killed...
Dr. Lisa Wagar Explores Immune Reponses to Viruses and Vaccines
A California finalist for the 2021 Michelson Philanthropies & Science Prize for Immunology, Dr. Wagar’s research focuses on translational human immunology and the use of organoids to understand the complex interactions between immune cells upon vaccination and...
Reducing Recidivism, Prioritizing Rehabilitation with the SB 990 Bill
Michelson Center for Public Policy co-sponsored state Senator Ben Hueso’s bill to ease the pathway to success and reduce recidivism, smooth the parole transfer process, and give formerly incarcerated individuals more opportunities to start a new life. Removing...
Application Period for the 2022 Pet Awards Extended to Friday
The deadline for applications for the 2022 Pet Awards has been extended to this Friday, February 25! The deadline for applications for the 2022 Pet Awards has been extended to this Friday, February 25! These awards are designed to recognize rental...
Helping Incarcerated Firefighters Secure High-Paying, Full-Time Careers
Through a recent Spark Grant, FFRP will expand its services into the Bay Area, welcoming the first Bay Area cohort in November 2022. This article was originally published on 20mm.org. Last year, approximately 2,568,948 acres or 4,014 square miles burned in...
‘A Call to Action’: Dr. Peter Kuhn of USC Michelson Center Visits White House to Help Launch President Biden’s Cancer Moonshot Initiative
The Biden administration is shooting for the moon when it comes to fighting cancer, which remains the second leading cause of death in the United States. By Justin Chapman The Biden administration is shooting for the moon when it comes to fighting...
Studying How Lived Experience Benefits Latinx Systems-Impacted People
Hustle in Higher Education shares findings from interviews with 16 Latinx students with conviction histories (SCH) as they go from surviving to thriving. Originally published on 20mm.org. Danny Murillo, our inaugural Smart Justice Fellow, has dedicated...
Charting a Pathway for California’s Schools to Support Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Students: Underground Scholars at UC Irvine
By serving currently incarcerated individuals through UCI LIFTED and while also bolstering the UCI’s capability to serve formerly incarcerated students via Underground Scholars, UC Irvine is setting the standard for the future of smart justice. ...
Creating a Post-Release Career Pathway for Incarcerated Firefighters
Spurred by devastating wildfires and a shortage of qualified firefighters, California is creating a pathway for incarcerated firefighters to continue their career post release. To fight wildfires, California depends on incarcerated labor, who make up more than...
A Year of Impact in Animal Welfare, Educational Equity, and Setting Priorities for 2022
During a recent all-staff meeting, the Michelson Philanthropies team highlighted the organization’s top 10 moments of significant impact in 2021, and looked ahead to achieving even more in 2022. By Justin Chapman U.S. Senator Cory Booker recently...