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This month’s meeting was a beautiful reminder of the “why” behind our collective work toward community ownership. It was inspiring to see everyone engage so thoughtfully in the activities. It’s in these conversations that we move beyond theory and begin to weave the tangible fabric of a just future for Long Beach, a future where housing is a right for all.

As we enter November, we’re reflecting on our shared relationship to land and tapping into the deeper meaning of this for the upcoming monthly meeting. Our region carries deep histories of care, displacement, resilience, and community, which are themes that shape the work we do together. In this context, our CLT work is a powerful act of re-imagination by redefining a way of living that centers collective stewardship, stability, and belonging. 

Learn about more opportunities to connect, including the launch of a 4-Part Nature Walk series and our October’s monthly meeting Tuesday, October 21st. We also thank everyone who attended our Downtown Long Beach Community Walk, in partnership with the Black Neighborhood Tenant Council, a program of LiBRE and Black Lives Matter Long Beach. It was great to be in community with everyone!

We’re grateful for your support in our mission for affordable housing in Long Beach. A recap from August’s meeting: ORALE shared insights on protecting our immigrant community. Looking ahead, we’re excited to host Gabrielino/Tongva community leader, Virginia Carmelo, on September 16th and invite you to future community events.

Let’s connect this August! We’ve moved our Monthly Meeting to Thursday, August 21st and are hosting our first-ever Social Hour––Jazz Night at GoodTime on Thursday, August 28th. These are opportunities to deepen your connection to the work and celebrate the community making it happen.

“The Long Beach Community Land Trust, founded in 2023, advances this vision for community-led, permanently affordable housing, and challenges the displacement driven by speculative corporate developments. Continued support will turn this groundwork into permanently secure housing for generations to come, organizers added.”