This Friday, Los Angeles will recognize 30 years since the civil unrest of 1992. Systemic racism, economic exclusion and racial tension had been rising in LA for years. The killing of Latasha Harlins and acquittal of the LAPD officers that beat Rodney King brought our city to a breaking point.

Thirty years later, we must ask ourselves - what has changed in Los Angeles - and what hasn't?

We may not see unrest in the streets, but the same inequities that fueled '92 are still here. Too many communities of color are excluded or ignored, and too few Angelenos have pathways to upward mobility.

I find hope in the community. After '92, everyday Angelenos came together to launch community-based organizations focused on creating peace and progress. From Koreatown to South LA and beyond, these organizations became essential to our city, giving access and empowerment to thousands of people to this day.

We are not yet the city of equity, inclusion and justice that we can be. But we are closer because of these community organizations, and the people who refuse to give up on LA. You inspire me to keep up the work for justice every day.

Keep the faith and keep the fight,

- Capri Maddox

We are so excited to welcome the LA Zoo to the LA For All campaign! On April 20th, the LA Zoo became the 20th major partner to join our campaign against hate and for inclusion in Los Angeles.

If you’ve seen or experienced a hate act in Los Angeles, you can report it by dialing 211 or 311. You can report anonymously and in multiple languages. If you see a crime in progress, dial 911. You can find more resources at civilandhumanrights.lacity.org/laforall.

Forward Together Podcast Launches this Week

This Friday marks 30 years since the LA Civil Unrest of 1992. To recognize this anniversary and the lasting impact of the civil unrest, LA Civil Rights and our Human Relations Commission are launching Forward Together, a podcast with real Angelenos in conversation about race, healing, and building solidarity.

Join narrator Lisa Ling and producers from USC Annenberg School for Communications and Journalism for the three-episode series launching on April 29th. Hear from Angelenos of all ages and backgrounds on how the civil unrest of '92 changed them, and how we can move Los Angeles forward together.

Saigu. LA Riots. The Uprising. No matter what you call it, April 29th is an important date in LA history. Find a way to get involved through the Forward Together Community Calendar with events happening across LA to commemorate thirty years since '92. The calendar includes events hosted by community organizations, non-profits and more. Check out the various events around town, and we hope to see you there!