Equity on the Mall

Equity on the Mall 2025

April 23, 2025, 9:30am-1:30pm
at the Sacramento State Capitol

Join Us for a Historic Celebration and a Vision for the Future

April 23, 2025, marks the 10th anniversary of Equity on the Mall and the unveiling of our new, community-developed policy agenda for the San Joaquin Valley. This annual event of the San Joaquin Valley Health Fund (SJVHF) builds on a decade of powerful advocacy by bringing together community leaders, residents and statewide partners committed to advancing the health and well-being of children, families and communities in our region. Together, we gather at California’s capitol to amplify our voices in support of a healthy, prosperous and equitable San Joaquin Valley. Register today.
The San Joaquin Valley is a region of great promise, yet it continues to face some of the state’s most pressing health and social challenges, including disproportionately high child poverty rates and lower educational outcomes. Equity on the Mall 2025 represents an opportunity to reaffirm our collective vision and commitment for a healthier future for the Valley.

At this rally, we’ll engage directly with community leaders, elected officials and philanthropic leaders about securing the investments and resources our region deserves. We’ll enjoy cultural entertainment showcasing the Valley’s rich diversity, hear from policy advocates about key policy victories and ongoing priority areas, and join residents in calling local, state and federal elected officials to advance sustainable and equitable change.

Equity on the Road 2024

In April of 2024 we took Equity on the Mall to the road and traveled to three cities across California.

SJVHF worked alongside community partners, elected officials and funders to host three (3) Equity on the Road Town Halls in the communities of Bakersfield, Madera and Stockton. The Town Halls rose for EQUITY across all San Joaquin Valley communities (rural, urban, and unincorporated) by uplifting local leaders’ efforts within the issues of Immigration, Health, Housing, Education, Environmental Justice, Land Use and Planning, and Digital Divide—the SJVHF IHHEEL Policy Platform.

Equity on the Road Program Stamp

Equity on the Mall 2023

April 26, 2023 at the California State Capitol

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Equity on the Mall!

The San Joaquin Valley Health Fund, The Center at Sierra Health Foundation, community partners and elected officials gathered for this annual event to highlight the community-driven agenda for the San Joaquin Valley. Together, we created a space for community leaders, nonprofit leaders and elected representatives to come together and talk about what matters to Valley residents. See the agenda below.

In the News

ABC10 news report (ABC10.com)

Amid growing inequity, San Joaquin Valley leaders demand action from Sacramento, Naindeep Singh and Chet P. Hewitt (Calo.org)

El 26 de abril, la California Central se manifestará, unida, por la igualdad racial en las políticas de salud, medio ambiente y vivienda, Dr. Joaquín Arámbula, Asambleísta, Distrito 31 (LaOpinion.com)

Event On Capitol Mall Touts Health Equity (SacObserver.com)