Southwestern College will host Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week starting on Nov.15 to provide resources, opportunities and essential items for those whose struggles aren't easily seen. Local employers will attend the resource fair on Nov.18 to hire across various majors.
Monday, Nov.15.
Attendees will have the opportunity to have breakfast and learn about student homelessness from SWC peers.
9:30 a.m – 11:00 a.m: Breakfast Buffet
10:00 a.m – 11:00 a.m: Student Panel Mayan Hall Patio
Tuesday, Nov.16.
Students will be assisted by county staff with CalFresh applications. Later in the day, South Bay Community Services will help bring awareness and call for an end to homelessness of young people in the South Bay
11:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m: CalFresh Virtual Tour application Hours (https://swccd-edu.zoom.us/j/2798016417 )
2:00 p.m – 3:00 p.m: Resource fair at Memorial Park
3:00 p.m – 4:30 p.m: Walk to city hall
Wednesday, Nov.17.
Nonperishable Food donations will be made available and mental health resources will be presented in a workshop.
8:30 a.m – 10:30 a.m: Breakfast Bags
8:30 – 4:30 p.m: Pack the Pantry Jaguar Walk in front of Cesar Chavez Building
1:30 p.m – 2:30 p.m: Hunger, Homelessness and Mental Health (Https://swccd-edu.zoom.us/j/91747613639)
Thursday, Nov.18.
Free food bags, clothing, diapers, and a chance for free gas’s cards for students will be offered. Opportunities to learn about rental assistance programs, community resources, and employment opportunities are also made available.
10:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m: Mayan Hall Patio
Friday, Nov.19.
Pre-cooked Turkey and other fixings will be made available for pick-up. Registration is required at: shorturl.at/suDHV
1:00 p.m – 4:00 p.m: Chula Vista campus Parking Lot B
For any questions, contact Teros@swccd.edu.
