Preventing sex trafficking, supporting survivors

Sex trafficking has been a problem in Oakland for decades, but new legislation, a new mobile clinic, and a growing chorus of young survivors are reshaping how the city responds. Public safety reporter Roselyn Romero breaks it all down. 

Plus: Oakland's oldest queer bar becomes a site of immigrant resistance, Mayor Lee's philanthropic fundraising strategy, a West Oakland street safety project, new food spots, and a tribute to Betty Reid Soskin.

Stories we cover in this episode:

Sex trafficking

• Sex trafficking survivors would get financial support under new Oakland proposal
• Oakland has a sex trafficking problem. Young people have ideas to solve it
• A mobile clinic for sex-trafficked youth opens in Oakland
• This Oakland nonprofit supports young survivors of sex trafficking
• Q&A: How Oakland schools educate youth about the dangers of human trafficking
• Funding for violence prevention in schools at risk

Immigration and community

• The White Horse's 'Caballo Blanco' drag show confronts Trump with defiance and celebration

City Hall

• Barbara Lee is relying on big companies and foundations to raise millions for the city

Street safety

• 18th St. is one of Oakland's most dangerous. Here's how the city is fixing it

Food

• Grand Opening Bakery debuts with Lunar New Year specialties, and a new Berkeley provisions shop is almost ready

Community

• Celebration of life for Betty Reid Soskin set for March 1 in Oakland

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