Where is Health Happening in Our Community?

"Having a large provider of healthcare centrally located near AC Transit and BART in downtown Oakland makes it easier for people to access and take care of their health needs." -Deja, 18

"These flowers in a rooftop garden in downtown Oakland have a calming effect and remind me to 'stop and smell the flowers.' Places like this relieve stress in a free and healthy way." -Kentrelle, 16

"I really admire this uplifting mural in downtown Oakland. To me, it beautifies the building and represents the diversity of Oakland." -Dani, 16

"Murals like this all over downtown Oakland, represent self-expression and beautification of our community. People can paint different representations of their culture through this kind of art for everyone to see for free." -Deyantae, 18

"The recycling bins on the streets of Oakland are saving our environment one block at a time." -Rynesha, 21

“Growing up in a concrete jungle such as San Francisco or Oakland can limit one’s ability to see natural beauty. This duck reminds me of the harmony that exists outside of cities; a place where I would want to relax.” -Cassandra, 18

"Establishments where the public can go to get free access to spiritual healing is beneficial to the community". -Kavon, 20

"Art has been know to improve a persons well being and emotional state, but when art is created from reused materials it takes on another aspect and inspires others to think and go green." -Rynesha, 21