This category links to sites dealing with social controversies pertinent to the state.
Subcategories 4
Related categories 1
Sites 19
- Community Technology Foundation of California Grantmaking institution dedicated to collaborative efforts towards bridging the "digital divide" to all Californians. Background, projects, resources and grant information.
- We the People Non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the practice of democracy and the ability of people to shape the places where they live. Promotes disciplined study, conversation and civic engagement in a spirit of openness and mutual trust. Founded by Jerry Brown.
- PreventViolence.org "California spends six times more to incarcerate a youth than it does to educate one."
- California Reinvestment Committee Coalition of over 200 organizations that advocates increased access to credit on behalf of California's low-income communities.
- Ferrets Anonymous Supports ferret legalization in California. Advice on ferret care in a state where they are illegal, contact information, description of events, and news.
- Californians Against Waste Background and history of this organization, recycling and composting information, news releases and related legislation.
- California Pro-Life Council A non-profit, non-partisan, non-sectarian grassroots organization dedicated to the cessation of the perceived need for abortion, euthanasia and infanticide by working within the law to change the law and changing public opinion through education.
- Partnership for Immigrant Leadership and Action Provides training programs and get out the vote efforts for immigrants.
- California Institute for Rural Studies Does research into sustainable agriculture, farmworker safety, and immigrant welfare.
- Californians for GE-Free Agriculture Provides education and resources in support of the rights of farmers and communities to evaluate and address the environmental, human health, and economic risks of genetic engineering in agriculture.
- Three Strikes and You're Out Supports California's Three Strikes sentencing law previously enacted by a vote of the people of the State of California.
- TURN: The Utilities Reform Network Consumer advocacy organization that represents the small customers of California's utilities. History, issues, and press releases.
- American for Cures Foundation Organization formed to advance the field of stem cell research and regenerative medicine, and to educate the public about its potential and progress. List of member organizations, past and future forums, donation, and contact information. [Formerly, Alliance for Stem Cell Research]
- Californians for Population Stabilization Promotes policies and programs designed to stabilize the population at a level to preserve a good quality of life for all Californians. Covers issues, news and how to join.
- LegalizeFerrets.org Offers news on ferret legalization efforts, information on the issues, actions needed and contact details.
- NARAL Pro-Choice California Organization concerned with legal abortion. Includes state legislation news, voters guides, newsletter and online contributions.
- California Watch News and information from an investigative journalism group founded by the Center for Investigative Reporting, focusing on money in politics, education, public safety, health care and the environment. Also provides tools and resources for public use.
- Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California Pro-choice political action committee promotes education, counseling and clinical services in the fields of reproductive health care and family planning. Includes talking points and regional affiliates.
- California Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse Non-partisan movement of citizens and businesses who fight against lawsuit abuse. Includes history, issues and local activities.