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"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more in context."

— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project

Cal Humanities

"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more when it is in context."

— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project

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We’re not retreating. We’re reimagining.  In response to the termination of federal state partnership grants to all states and jurisdictional humanities, the Federation of
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Celebrating Joy as a Force for Connection 

In a world where it’s easy to feel disconnected, moments of joy have a special way of reminding us that we’re not alone. The
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Replay Now: Grief as the Pathway to Joy 

Grantee Spotlight: Reframing Disability in The Tallest Dwarf 

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California Humanities is committed to making the public humanities open to all. This commitment, centered in our equity values statement, informs how we approach our programming, communications, and website. We recognize that accessibility needs are constantly evolving, and in response we are frequently assessing our work to ensure that we are not creating unintentional barriers to participation. We value your feedback and appreciate any comments or questions at accessibility@calhum.org.
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Experience the Humanities

Thursday, June 12 12:30 PM PT On Zoom | Facilitated Dialogue Session Registration required

California Humanities Presents the Collective Joy Project

GRIEF AS A PATHWAY TO JOY with Katherine Bahena-Benitez Tuesday, June 10 Noon PM PT Live on Instagram @california_humanities No registration needed

California Humanities Presents the Collective Joy Project LIVE on Instagram

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Replay Now: Grief as the Pathway to Joy 

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Grantee Spotlight: Reframing Disability in The Tallest Dwarf 

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Red Cross Launches 2025 California Wildfires Recovery Grants 

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Stories That Endure: Queer Oral History Project Bridges Generations at San Luis Obispo Pride 

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