by Maureen Purcell | Apr 7, 2024 | HT, Media, Press Coverage, Research
Kelsey Morgan (EverFree & Blum Center) was recognized by Office of State Senator Tom Umberg with the 2024 Women of Distinction award in Advocacy for her dedicated work in the anti-trafficking field on behalf of survivors. EverFree’s development of the...
by Maureen Purcell | Mar 15, 2024 | Flood, Press Coverage, Research
After years of erosion and a year of intense storms, the passenger and freight rail line through San Clemente, CA, needs both short and long term solutions to keep it operating. Rip-rap, while a common reactive option, may not lead to desired outcomes in the long run...
by Maureen Purcell | Mar 9, 2024 | Blog, Press Coverage, Research
We are thrilled and grateful to officially announce a new addition to our growing network of dedicated supporters! The Drake Gives, founded by Alec Glasser, donated $1.5 Million which will be used to support a new collaborative imitative: The Power of Music. Blum...
by Maureen Purcell | Mar 5, 2024 | HT, Media, Press Coverage, Research
A recent article follows the story of minors exploited by the labor market, commenting on the complexities of underage minors working willingly but technically being exploited as a child laborers, minors who are forced to work in debt bondage or other trafficking...
by Maureen Purcell | Feb 26, 2024 | Flood, Press Coverage, Research
In the aftermath of early winter storms here in California, the Blum Center’s own flood expert, Dr. Brett Sanders, talks about the disproportionate impact borne by disadvantaged communities in California during flood events. Read the full BBC article...
by Maureen Purcell | Feb 26, 2024 | Flood, Press Coverage, Research
Early February brought wet weather and flood warnings to California. In part, the deluge is influenced by the El Nino, but there are unique challenges when that influence is compounded by a warming climate. In a recent New York Times article, Blum Center flood and...
