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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/tag/bay-area\">Bay Area\u003c/a> animal shelters are reeling after a Humboldt County rescue that received thousands of animals from them has come under investigation for allegations that it improperly killed dogs in its care.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Shannon Miranda, the owner of Miranda’s Rescue, did not respond to requests for comment. The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office declined to comment, but said in a \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/HumboldtSheriff/posts/pfbid02BUDNcNQFUztsMRTCvgW22T1QZ1LnVEzgWsryydbvSvaM6ygn3i71SRTcTNhJNX3el\">press release on Wednesday\u003c/a> that the Major Crimes Division is investigating the rescue over “credible allegations of felony animal abuse, animal cruelty, fraud and conspiracy.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The rescue, based in Fortuna, about four hours north of the Bay Area, was incorporated as a nonprofit in 1998, according to filings with the state. Facebook photos show a 50-acre, idyllic rural setting with ample grass and pens for rescued horses and sheep.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Miranda’s Rescue’s website claims the facility is “a no-kill rescue” that “brings relief” to hundreds of animals every year. In 2007, it was recognized by the California State Assembly as the “Best Sanctuary For Abused Animals in Northern California.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Sabrina Woods, a volunteer at the Solano County Animal Shelter, said she used to consider Miranda’s Rescue “a Disneyland of rescues.” Woods estimated that about 10 dogs a month were sent there from her shelter, and she was excited when she had the chance to drive a dog to the rescue herself last year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But when she arrived, “something just felt off,” Woods said. The parking lot was almost empty, and she noticed several dogs on the property, including a blue-nose pit bull, who looked sick.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084788\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084788\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/260521-Dogs-Euthanized-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/260521-Dogs-Euthanized-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/260521-Dogs-Euthanized-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/260521-Dogs-Euthanized-02-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A dog sheltered at Miranda’s Rescue is seen struggling to get through the fence. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Jennifer Raymond)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“ I found out that Shannon did all the training, which I thought was really weird because he’s got to be a really busy guy,” she said. “So I’m like, how does he train all of these dogs?”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The rescue also asked for high transfer fees, around $400 to $500 per dog. Woods said that in her experience, many rescues don’t charge a fee, and if they do, it’s around $100 to $200 to cover vaccinations, sterilization and microchipping. Most dogs coming from municipal shelters have already undergone those procedures.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Public tax records show that Miranda’s Rescue brought in $471,000 in revenue in 2024. Miranda’s Rescue also operates two thrift stores in Humboldt County, where people can buy used items and make donations.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Woods began doing public records requests into Miranda’s Rescue’s past and where it was getting its animals. She soon learned that another woman in Humboldt County, named Jennifer Raymond, was doing the same work. They started working together and learned that almost 2,000 dogs have been transferred there since 2023. That number does not include private shelters that don’t have a legal obligation to disclose that information, or a handful of public shelters that did not respond.[aside postID=arts_13978816 hero='https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/250713-streetcats_00111_TV_qed.jpg']Other rescues in Humboldt County told them they often struggled to find homes for the kind of large dogs that Miranda said he could easily rehome in two to three weeks.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Raymond moved to Humboldt County in 2001 and started a one-woman spay-and-neuter operation to serve the community. She said that around 2004, she started hearing stories from clients about Miranda’s Rescue. Some people alleged that animals were being killed there. Raymond started “snooping” for more info, but was never able to find proof until last year, when the house next to Miranda’s property went up for sale.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I bought it,” Raymond said. “I figured, I need to get closer. I need to watch what’s going on. I’d heard too many disturbing stories to be able to let this go of this.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Raymond said right away she was struck by the high turnover at the shelter, despite rarely seeing anyone coming to adopt animals. When Raymond noticed a large mound of dirt next to a hole on Miranda’s property, she decided to act. She and a friend went onto Miranda’s property at night and started digging.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Sometimes there’s something that is above the law. And to me, this was above the law,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>They recovered the bodies of eight dogs. Many of them had what Raymond said looked like gunshot wounds to the head, Raymond said. Many of the dogs were microchipped, and with Woods’s help, they were able to track these dogs back to shelters in Oakland, Berkeley and Palm Springs.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>One of the dogs was traced back to Oakland Animal Services.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11983504\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-11983504 size-full\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/AP24108725783459-scaled-e1779402491682.jpg\" alt=\"A dog sits between two people holding and petting it.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1305\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A newly adopted dog is held at Oakland Animal Services on April 4, 2024, in Oakland. \u003ccite>(Terry Chea/AP Photo)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Director Joe DeVries said Oakland Animal Services has been working with Miranda’s Rescue since 2016.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Last year, it sent 205 dogs to the rescue.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“He was taking dogs that we had a hard time placing, typically our bigger dogs, and we have a lot of big dogs in Oakland,” DeVries said. For each dog that it took in, Miranda’s Rescue received a fee of around $400. “That fee, you know, was to see that he could take care of them up on this big farm that he had, and give them space and give them a chance to decompress.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>DeVries said he’d heard Miranda’s Rescue sometimes charged private shelters $1,000, or in certain cases, where a dog had a history of biting, up to $3,500.[aside postID=news_12022406 hero='https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/20250116_FireAnimalShelter-27_qed.jpg']DeVries said that Miranda was communicative, often checking in to share updates about the dogs and their adoptions. It seemed that the center had a high success rate for placing animals.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The Humboldt County sheriff contacted Oakland Animal Services with questions about its adoption practices and relationship with the rescue. Less than 24 hours later, DeVries received a call from Woods, who told him about what she and Raymond had uncovered.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“It was horrible,” said DeVries, who added that Miranda had texted him days earlier to say that the dog identified by Woods had been adopted.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The sheriff served a search warrant on the Miranda’s Rescue property on May 1, according to a press release. In the wake of reporting from local outlets, the \u003ca href=\"https://lostcoastoutpost.com/2026/may/20/mirandas-rescue-neighbor-says-she-caught-him-camer/\">\u003cem>Times-Standard\u003c/em>\u003c/a> and the \u003ca href=\"https://lostcoastoutpost.com/2026/may/20/mirandas-rescue-neighbor-says-she-caught-him-camer/\">\u003cem>Lost Coast Outpost\u003c/em>\u003c/a>, the rescue community on Facebook has also leaped into action, starting a \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589532659768\">group\u003c/a> to collect information about where the dogs and other animals that were sent to the rescue ended up.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://lostcoastoutpost.com/2014/mar/26/behind-smear-campaign-against-mirandas-rescue/\">Miranda has been accused\u003c/a> of animal abuse before, but there was never a formal investigation.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Many municipal shelters around the state have severed ties and halted transfers to the rescue, but Woods said she has heard of the shelter receiving animals just days after it was searched. Woods said her goal is to get the word out as far as possible so that more shelters will stop transferring dogs to Miranda’s Rescue.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Many of you, like me, have been appalled by allegations we’ve read in the media and online,” Miranda \u003ca href=\"https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid08ifDEjGnQbSKoVVFveSpwXxj8sNuCazAG4RZoo6UwfHiz7Grbhagr68qgnLYZHKEl&id=100064817493683&mibextid=wwXIfr\">wrote in a Facebook post\u003c/a>. “Not everything we’re seeing is true.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Miranda said “a legal process is now underway to sort the facts from the lies,” and asked supporters to “please hold fire until that process works its way through.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I have cared for thousands of animals and devoted 31 years of my life to the rescue, and I intend to vigorously defend myself and continue this important work,” he wrote, adding that he had been advised by counsel not to comment further.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Despite Miranda’s statement, shelters across California continue reassessing their relationships with the rescue as the investigation unfolds.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I’m really hoping for criminal charges that hold him accountable for what he’s done, and I’m hoping that this investigation will halt any animals being sent to be put under his care ever again,” DeVries said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Raymond said she hopes more people will consider sterilizing their pets to prevent abuse in the future.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“If they don’t want to hear one more story, we need to get behind spay and neuter,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n",
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"content": "\u003cp>One evening in February, a small group of \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/tag/oakland\">Oakland\u003c/a> high school students gathered in a circle in a classroom at MetWest High School to talk about the issues that impact their mental health. It was quiet at first, but soon, teens began to share their experiences: The trauma of losing a loved one.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Overwhelming pressure to succeed in school and comparison to others. Social media. Environmental conditions, such as the reality of finding an abandoned gun on the sidewalk.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The impacts of immigration on a community. Families living in “survival mode” and having no time to connect or process feelings.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There was a resounding consensus. Students felt that while mental health resources are available and Bay Area residents talk about being open to discussing mental health, in reality, it’s not a safe place. People — other youth in particular — can still be very judgmental if you are open about your mental health struggles.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>These students were participating in a pilot workshop series focused on visual storytelling and youth mental health, organized by nonprofit media organization \u003ca href=\"https://www.catchlight.io/mental-health\">CatchLight’s Mental Health Visual Desk\u003c/a> and Oakland-based youth media organization \u003ca href=\"https://youthbeat.org/\">Youthbeat\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It was facilitated by visual journalists and editors from CatchLight and KQED, including myself, Florence Middleton, Ximena Natera, Martin do Nascimento and Jenny Stratton.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In \u003ca href=\"https://www.aecf.org/blog/generation-z-and-mental-health\">2021\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/zLatest_News/Four_Years_On.aspx\">2025\u003c/a>, organizations like the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry declared a national emergency for children’s mental health in America, amid rising mental health-related hospital visits and suicide attempts. Gen Zers, those born between 1997 and 2012, are also \u003ca href=\"https://www.aecf.org/blog/generation-z-and-mental-health\">80% more likely\u003c/a> to report dealing with anxiety or depression compared to older generations.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The workshop aimed to give teens space to process some of these realities and contribute their own experiences to this narrative.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This cohort of high schoolers focused on mental health and caregiving. Each student chose a caregiver — a parent, teacher, friend, sibling, partner — whose care and often unseen labor quietly sustains them and shapes their well-being.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Over a three-month period, students developed photo essays documenting the impacts of that caregiving in their lives.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>They pushed themselves to be vulnerable. And they learned to photograph abstract concepts around mental well-being. Individually, each photo essay tells a deeply personal story. Collectively, they answer the question: In a time of crisis for young people’s mental health, whose hands hold them up?\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Evelyn Sanchez De Leon\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>My name is Evelyn Sanchez De Leon. I’m a student at Oakland High School, and I enjoy music, art and nature. I’m the most expressive around my loved ones.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>My caregiver is my best friend, Sharon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I’ve been well aware of my mental health as early as the age of 7. I spent many years figuring out who I am, what I am, and what I will be, alongside figuring out how to unwire the knots in my head that have been caused by my day-to-day life, making me feel lost and confused up until sixth grade, when I met Sharon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>She’s been my ride or die since the day we met, and truly has shown me that there is genuine good within people for the past six years. She’s helped me throughout my roughest periods in life, in which, at some points, I genuinely thought I wouldn’t seek a way out. She was there when I felt like I had nobody. She was there with me no matter what. She’s been there at my lowest, but has always helped me reach the highest levels in life whenever I thought I wasn’t capable and made me believe in myself in many ways.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I have nothing but pure love and admiration for her. I’m forever going to be grateful for everything she has done for me, helped me overcome and still is doing for my well-being. I tried to capture that in these pictures.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084277\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084277\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The view from my balcony. I love to step outside whenever I just want alone time.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084278\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084278\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A CD, a CD player and my keychain that was given to me by Sharon. I have a couple of CDs and use the player almost daily.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084281\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084281\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Yellow flowers. The color yellow reminds me of Sharon, since yellow represents warmth and happiness.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084280\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084280\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sharon. She’s pretty photogenic in my eyes. The picture really captures her beauty.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084282\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084282\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Machine Girl concert that Sharon and I attended.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084283\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084283\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x120.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A local bookstore that Sharon and I go to occasionally is one of our favorite spots.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084284\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084284\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-160x120.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I was going through a rough patch around the time this picture was taken and decided to take a walk around Lake Merritt. I enjoy nature whenever I feel down.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084285\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084285\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Two pelicans floating, which reminded me of the two of us. Sharon really loves pelicans.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084286\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084286\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I went on a walk in the middle of the night. It’s rare, but I seriously enjoy late-night walks.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Adonis Paul Anthony\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Hey, my name is \u003cstrong>Adonis Paul Anthony\u003c/strong>. I’m a senior at Coliseum College Prep Academy (CCPA) in Oakland. I like playing video games, listening to music, exploring places, taking photos/videos and spending time with family and friends.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For this project, I chose my father as my caregiver. He’s had a big impact on my life — helping me figure out what I want to do and always being there when I need someone to talk to or when I’m feeling any type of way.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I think many families sometimes overlook mental health for Oakland youth, although many are dealing with stress and pressure. Some families do not prioritize mental health, which makes youth feel pressure to succeed in life, along with not always having space to openly talk about mental health. In addition, the environment around me affects me, and violence and struggle affect my community.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>My father is mostly working and not always home; however, when my father is home, I have a lot of my own personal time to myself. When worrying about school, other things on my mind, and my future, mainly, I start to feel extremely overwhelmed. Due to this, I try not to think too much about it and only try to worry about what’s happening in the moment. I also try doing things that I enjoy, like hanging out with friends or my girlfriend, playing video games or going out and taking photos. But when I am not able to do any of those things, I am able to talk to my father.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I’ve faced challenges with my mental health many times, and having him as a supportive caregiver has played a huge role in helping me stay grounded and move forward. Whenever I am feeling overwhelmed, my father is usually able to tell and asks me how I am doing and checks on me to make sure I am okay. He is also able to give me any advice that I need and supports me in whatever I want to do for my future. In fact, when I am feeling the rock bottom of anything, I am able to talk to him. Not only is he someone I can talk to about my mental health, he also takes care of me by keeping food in my mouth and a roof over my head. He will do anything in the world to support me.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Ultimately, for this photo essay, I wanted to show how the support and trust that my caregiver gives me has allowed me to have a lot of freedom.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084287\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1125px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084287\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1125\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 1125w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x284.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-864x1536.jpg 864w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1125px) 100vw, 1125px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">In my bedroom, while I was looking outside my window at the sunset with two palm trees. This photo reminds me of when I am all alone in my room and sometimes feeling overwhelmed about my future and worrying about what’s going to happen next.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084288\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084288\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1330\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x106.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1536x1021.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo was taken in San Francisco when me and my friends decided to go out and explore a new place. Although my dad isn’t physically caregiving, he is giving me the freedom to explore with my friends whenever and wherever.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084289\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084289\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A photo of me in San Francisco, taken by my girlfriend when we went out to explore and watch the sunset. This picture is me looking out at the world and reflecting on how much freedom I have.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084290\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084290\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This photo was taken in Stockton at a flower garden when I was visiting my mom. With all the freedom I have, I am able to blossom and experience new things.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084291\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084291\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">One photo is of my eye, which shows that in my life, I have my own perspective. The other picture is my gaming PC that my father got me. It’s very expensive and helps me entertain myself when I’m enjoying my personal time and not exploring outside.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084292\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084292\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1330\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x106.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1536x1021.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Food that I am able to order whenever I want. Along with that, my father is able to provide me with money to spend on what I want.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084293\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084293\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The ceiling of my room, with a galaxy astronaut light and LED lights on the wall on each side. My lights remind me of the galaxy and how big it is, with many things to explore in the world, but in my space.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084294\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084294\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">San Francisco at night after a long day exploring with my friends. This makes me think about how I get overwhelmed when thinking about the future, but am also able to go out and see the world for myself, which is represented in the second picture of my eye, but this time with a shadow.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084295\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084295\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x90.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1200x675.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">In San Francisco, when my friends and I went to explore on a cloudy, rainy day. The stormy day reminded me of how the future will come soon, but I also still have the freedom that my father is able to give me.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Nhien Tang\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>My name is \u003cstrong>Nhien Tang\u003c/strong>. I’m a junior at Oakland High School. I’m a first-generation student who likes music, art, reading and spending time with friends and family.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I chose my boyfriend as my caregiver. During the time we’ve been together, I’ve felt like I’ve improved myself as a person. He has always supported me and makes sure that I stay healthy because I don’t really eat a lot of nutritious food otherwise.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I started to notice my mental health a lot more during middle school. During that time, I was growing up and becoming more aware of things around me. My family was always busy, so I didn’t have any emotional support. So I depended on myself and the internet during my whole childhood. I’ve dealt with my struggles by myself, often isolating myself from everyone whenever I’m stressed. At times, I couldn’t properly take care of myself, including eating, showering or just getting out of bed. I managed to heal a bit by myself, yet I still have those periods of struggle.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>That was until my boyfriend came into my life. He showed me how to rely on someone and how to open up. He taught me that being vulnerable is not weak, but a strong trait. He supported me in many ways — cooking me food, helping me with schoolwork, washing my hair and so much more. Because of his actions, I’ve always felt comfortable in his presence.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In this photo essay, I want to show how my love has supported me on my healing journey.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084296\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084296\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The desk that has been through so much: studying, homework, gaming and drawing. Barely getting clean because of the workload I have during school.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084297\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084297\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The girl behind that desk. She is me. I was cooking with my boyfriend.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084298\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084298\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I’ve always struggled with my identity. Religion, sexuality and race. It caused me a lot of breakdowns and stress. I couldn’t communicate with my family about these topics because of the language barrier we have.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084299\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084299\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The alcohol bottles in the living room cabinet. My family likes partying a lot. I hate loud noises. Whenever they party, I lock myself in my room to get away from the loud music.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084300\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084300\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">My caregiver, my boyfriend, is cooking with me. He’s way better at cooking than I am. I always feel loved whenever he cooks for me, or when we cook together.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084301\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084301\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The letter my boyfriend gave me, using my nickname: Nhi. He has always been good with his words, making me feel calm and comfortable. Talking to him makes me feel like a flower blooming outside.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084302\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084302\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x120.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">My love and I. We took pictures at a photobooth, not the first ever one, and definitely not the last.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084303\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084303\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The results of cooking together. I never once doubted how it would taste because I know it’ll always taste good to me whenever we cook together.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084304\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084304\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">We’re always going out together. I’ve noticed I become happier when I’m with my boyfriend. I’m more confident in myself just by being by his side.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084305\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084305\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The cherry blossom flower represents me right now, showing how I have grown as a person because of my caregiver.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Zay Austin\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>My name is \u003cstrong>Zay Austin\u003c/strong>, and I am a junior at Oakland High School. All these pictures represent me and my mental health because most of my life was kind of hard. But when I got to this school and met all these people and made new friends, I had a sense of purpose. I ended up finding a new self, made all these friends freshman year and I met my caregivers in my sophomore year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The caregivers I chose are my study skills teacher, named Ortiz — because she was one of the people who helped me get a passing grade on my assignments — and my friends and my girlfriend. They all kept me on track and made me happy in life, especially when I met my girlfriend. We met my freshman year (her sophomore year), but I am older than her by two days.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>We started dating this year (my junior year), and we are happy to be together. She makes sure I always go to class and stops being distracted by trying to make sure I have my work done. She also listens to my problems, and I do the same for her when she needs to talk about her day or when she is down. Looking at it all now, meeting these people that I took pictures of changed me a lot.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084306\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084306\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is the first place where I played hide and seek with my volleyball team, my freshman year. It was a good experience, and they’ve taught me a lot.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084307\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084307\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is where I found a way to become a better leader within a classroom. It taught me how to give ideas and help where I can.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084308\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084308\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is one of my closest friends. His name is Taariq. We played basketball together our freshman year, and we ended up staying close for a very long time.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084309\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084309\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of the sky — one of my favorite pictures. I always loved taking a picture of the sky when I was younger. It made me feel good when I got to see the sky in a different light.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084310\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084310\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of one of my caregivers, a teacher of mine named Ortiz. She’s been good to my classmates and me, helping where she can, and I’m grateful for that.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084311\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084311\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is another picture of one of my friends. His name is Cleo. I met him in my freshman year. We met in PE, and we started playing one-on-one in basketball.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084312\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084312\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of me and my caregiver, my girlfriend. I’ve known her since my freshman year, and we got together my junior year, her senior year. She makes me the happiest person ever, even when bad things are going on.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084313\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084313\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of the ceiling. I always noticed nature, and it reminds me of how my journey is growing like the leaves inside this classroom.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084315\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084315\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of a star in one of my classrooms. I took a picture of it because I feel like a star when I step onto the volleyball court.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084314\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084314\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of a new friend I made at the Youth Beat Mental Health Workshop. Her name is Evelyn, but I call her Ev. These photos are from our first hangout, where we took pictures. I climbed a tree to get a better picture.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084316\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084316\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-11-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-11-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-11-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-11-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a different hallway where I first met most of the people in my pictures.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Diego Sanchez Morfin\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>My name is Diego Sanchez Morfin. I am a senior at Madison Park Academy in Oakland. I’m my parents’ second-youngest son, and I’m someone who enjoys spending time with family and friends and watching movies.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For this project, I chose my mother as my caregiver because she has always been there for me. She is the reason I am the way I am, and her influence has taught me so much.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Issues that impact my mental health revolve around the current state of our country. Countless immigrants who are trying to make ends meet are being treated horribly. Seeing this happening all around the world while coming from an immigrant family can be overwhelming. But my mother always helps me.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>My mental health has had its roses and thorns, but whenever I am experiencing a thorn, my mother’s kindness turns it into a rose.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Through my photo essay, I want to show my mother’s beauty and the impact she has had on my life. Her kindness has taught me so much and has shaped me into who I am now.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084317\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084317\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">From a young age, my mother has never failed to uphold her faith — the faith she represents with her beauty.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084318\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084318\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Just like a rose, my mother’s name is Rosa. Her beauty is often overlooked, but this is a chance to showcase it.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084319\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084319\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Whether it is going to the school, dentist, hospital or grocery store, she always makes sure we get there safely.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084320\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084320\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The door I have gone in and out of for the majority of my life.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084321\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084321\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05_UPDATED-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05_UPDATED-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05_UPDATED-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05_UPDATED-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">No food can ever get close to the flavors my mom creates. Getting home from school means smelling our favorite meals.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084322\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084322\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1324\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x106.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1536x1017.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">My name is Diego Sanchez. I’m my mother’s son, and I see myself through the images I capture.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084323\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084323\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">My mother’s constant support has shaped my upbringing. I’m now building other support systems and thriving as a rising college student. My girlfriend and I are on the left. My friend, my girlfriend and I are on the right.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084324\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1601px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084324\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1601\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg 1601w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-160x200.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-1230x1536.jpg 1230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1601px) 100vw, 1601px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Only a paw away are my cats. They’ve stayed by my side for the past five years, bringing an extra layer of laughter.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084325\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084325\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1335\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Like other people’s childhoods, mine emerged in the playground. The same spot I drive by every day is the same spot I once wanted to stay in forever.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084327\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1907px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084327\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1907\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 1907w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x168.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1465x1536.jpg 1465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1907px) 100vw, 1907px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">My mind is always in the light, the light filled with memories and future memories I’m creating.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Korey Gibson\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Hello, my name is \u003cstrong>Korey Gibson\u003c/strong>. I’m a sophomore at Oakland Tech in Oakland. I am a student and a younger brother. Some things I like to do are draw, hang out with friends, go on hikes, take photos and listen to music.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For this project, I chose my mother as my caregiver because she has always taken care of me and supported me. She is very charismatic, authentic and just an overall kind, amazing person. Throughout my struggles with my mental health, she has always supported me and been a shoulder for me to lean on.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I am glad that I’ve gotten the support I needed. Having my mother to talk to has helped me so much with my mental health. Through this photo essay, I wanted to show how I feel and how my mom handles her mental health. I tried to capture photos that show even the little things that can give meaning in everyday life.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084328\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084328\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This photo was just me capturing my mom while she was working and having a face mask on. She multitasks a lot, so I tried to capture the feeling of being busy but also focused.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084329\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1333px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084329\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">When I saw the fly on the window, I had my camera, and it was just chilling on the glass. It made me think about how it’s important to admire and appreciate the small things in the world, too, not just the large things.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084330\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084330\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I took this photo in a rose garden after a storm. The flower was starting to wilt, and even while it was wilting, it still had this beauty to it. I wanted to capture it to show that even when something isn’t in the “best” condition, it’s still worth admiring.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084331\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1333px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084331\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a photo I took of some drawings I did. I was letting my mind wander, and my hands draw.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084332\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I captured this photo of my mom when she was trying to decompress from a long day. We all just sat on the couch and watched TV.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084333\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1333px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084333\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I took this photo because I really just liked the color of the plasma and I put my finger on the top to symbolize how I wanted to touch the plasma itself but I couldn’t.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084334\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084334\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I took this photo of my cat because she moves around a lot, and sometimes she is a little chaotic. I felt like I captured that feel with the blur and movement.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084335\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1333px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084335\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I took this photo of my mom and dad while we were on a walk in Alameda, just all taking a long walk around the water and getting fresh air.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084336\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084336\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I took this photo in the rose garden. I liked the way the bush looked with the flowers, and the pink really caught my eye with the red roses in the background, too.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084337\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1333px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084337\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This last photo I captured of my mom was at Joaquin Miller Park. It was just my mom basking in the sun, and I was trying to capture her in her element out in nature because she really likes to be in nature.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ci>This project was produced jointly by KQED, YouthBeat and the CatchLight \u003c/i>\u003ca href=\"https://www.catchlight.io/mental-health\">\u003ci>mental health visual desk initiative\u003c/i>\u003c/a>\u003ci>.\u003c/i>\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>These students were participating in a pilot workshop series focused on visual storytelling and youth mental health, organized by nonprofit media organization \u003ca href=\"https://www.catchlight.io/mental-health\">CatchLight’s Mental Health Visual Desk\u003c/a> and Oakland-based youth media organization \u003ca href=\"https://youthbeat.org/\">Youthbeat\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It was facilitated by visual journalists and editors from CatchLight and KQED, including myself, Florence Middleton, Ximena Natera, Martin do Nascimento and Jenny Stratton.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In \u003ca href=\"https://www.aecf.org/blog/generation-z-and-mental-health\">2021\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/zLatest_News/Four_Years_On.aspx\">2025\u003c/a>, organizations like the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry declared a national emergency for children’s mental health in America, amid rising mental health-related hospital visits and suicide attempts. Gen Zers, those born between 1997 and 2012, are also \u003ca href=\"https://www.aecf.org/blog/generation-z-and-mental-health\">80% more likely\u003c/a> to report dealing with anxiety or depression compared to older generations.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The workshop aimed to give teens space to process some of these realities and contribute their own experiences to this narrative.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This cohort of high schoolers focused on mental health and caregiving. Each student chose a caregiver — a parent, teacher, friend, sibling, partner — whose care and often unseen labor quietly sustains them and shapes their well-being.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Over a three-month period, students developed photo essays documenting the impacts of that caregiving in their lives.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>They pushed themselves to be vulnerable. And they learned to photograph abstract concepts around mental well-being. Individually, each photo essay tells a deeply personal story. Collectively, they answer the question: In a time of crisis for young people’s mental health, whose hands hold them up?\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Evelyn Sanchez De Leon\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>My name is Evelyn Sanchez De Leon. I’m a student at Oakland High School, and I enjoy music, art and nature. I’m the most expressive around my loved ones.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>My caregiver is my best friend, Sharon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I’ve been well aware of my mental health as early as the age of 7. I spent many years figuring out who I am, what I am, and what I will be, alongside figuring out how to unwire the knots in my head that have been caused by my day-to-day life, making me feel lost and confused up until sixth grade, when I met Sharon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>She’s been my ride or die since the day we met, and truly has shown me that there is genuine good within people for the past six years. She’s helped me throughout my roughest periods in life, in which, at some points, I genuinely thought I wouldn’t seek a way out. She was there when I felt like I had nobody. She was there with me no matter what. She’s been there at my lowest, but has always helped me reach the highest levels in life whenever I thought I wasn’t capable and made me believe in myself in many ways.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I have nothing but pure love and admiration for her. I’m forever going to be grateful for everything she has done for me, helped me overcome and still is doing for my well-being. I tried to capture that in these pictures.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084277\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084277\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The view from my balcony. I love to step outside whenever I just want alone time.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084278\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084278\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A CD, a CD player and my keychain that was given to me by Sharon. I have a couple of CDs and use the player almost daily.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084281\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084281\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Yellow flowers. The color yellow reminds me of Sharon, since yellow represents warmth and happiness.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084280\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084280\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sharon. She’s pretty photogenic in my eyes. The picture really captures her beauty.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084282\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084282\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Machine Girl concert that Sharon and I attended.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084283\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084283\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x120.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A local bookstore that Sharon and I go to occasionally is one of our favorite spots.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084284\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084284\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-160x120.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I was going through a rough patch around the time this picture was taken and decided to take a walk around Lake Merritt. I enjoy nature whenever I feel down.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084285\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084285\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Two pelicans floating, which reminded me of the two of us. Sharon really loves pelicans.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084286\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084286\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ESDL-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I went on a walk in the middle of the night. It’s rare, but I seriously enjoy late-night walks.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Adonis Paul Anthony\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Hey, my name is \u003cstrong>Adonis Paul Anthony\u003c/strong>. I’m a senior at Coliseum College Prep Academy (CCPA) in Oakland. I like playing video games, listening to music, exploring places, taking photos/videos and spending time with family and friends.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For this project, I chose my father as my caregiver. He’s had a big impact on my life — helping me figure out what I want to do and always being there when I need someone to talk to or when I’m feeling any type of way.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I think many families sometimes overlook mental health for Oakland youth, although many are dealing with stress and pressure. Some families do not prioritize mental health, which makes youth feel pressure to succeed in life, along with not always having space to openly talk about mental health. In addition, the environment around me affects me, and violence and struggle affect my community.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>My father is mostly working and not always home; however, when my father is home, I have a lot of my own personal time to myself. When worrying about school, other things on my mind, and my future, mainly, I start to feel extremely overwhelmed. Due to this, I try not to think too much about it and only try to worry about what’s happening in the moment. I also try doing things that I enjoy, like hanging out with friends or my girlfriend, playing video games or going out and taking photos. But when I am not able to do any of those things, I am able to talk to my father.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I’ve faced challenges with my mental health many times, and having him as a supportive caregiver has played a huge role in helping me stay grounded and move forward. Whenever I am feeling overwhelmed, my father is usually able to tell and asks me how I am doing and checks on me to make sure I am okay. He is also able to give me any advice that I need and supports me in whatever I want to do for my future. In fact, when I am feeling the rock bottom of anything, I am able to talk to him. Not only is he someone I can talk to about my mental health, he also takes care of me by keeping food in my mouth and a roof over my head. He will do anything in the world to support me.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Ultimately, for this photo essay, I wanted to show how the support and trust that my caregiver gives me has allowed me to have a lot of freedom.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084287\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1125px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084287\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1125\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 1125w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x284.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-864x1536.jpg 864w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1125px) 100vw, 1125px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">In my bedroom, while I was looking outside my window at the sunset with two palm trees. This photo reminds me of when I am all alone in my room and sometimes feeling overwhelmed about my future and worrying about what’s going to happen next.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084288\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084288\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1330\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x106.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1536x1021.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo was taken in San Francisco when me and my friends decided to go out and explore a new place. Although my dad isn’t physically caregiving, he is giving me the freedom to explore with my friends whenever and wherever.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084289\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084289\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A photo of me in San Francisco, taken by my girlfriend when we went out to explore and watch the sunset. This picture is me looking out at the world and reflecting on how much freedom I have.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084290\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084290\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This photo was taken in Stockton at a flower garden when I was visiting my mom. With all the freedom I have, I am able to blossom and experience new things.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084291\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084291\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">One photo is of my eye, which shows that in my life, I have my own perspective. The other picture is my gaming PC that my father got me. It’s very expensive and helps me entertain myself when I’m enjoying my personal time and not exploring outside.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084292\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084292\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1330\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x106.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1536x1021.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Food that I am able to order whenever I want. Along with that, my father is able to provide me with money to spend on what I want.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084293\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084293\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The ceiling of my room, with a galaxy astronaut light and LED lights on the wall on each side. My lights remind me of the galaxy and how big it is, with many things to explore in the world, but in my space.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084294\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084294\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">San Francisco at night after a long day exploring with my friends. This makes me think about how I get overwhelmed when thinking about the future, but am also able to go out and see the world for myself, which is represented in the second picture of my eye, but this time with a shadow.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084295\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084295\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x90.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-APA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1200x675.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">In San Francisco, when my friends and I went to explore on a cloudy, rainy day. The stormy day reminded me of how the future will come soon, but I also still have the freedom that my father is able to give me.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Nhien Tang\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>My name is \u003cstrong>Nhien Tang\u003c/strong>. I’m a junior at Oakland High School. I’m a first-generation student who likes music, art, reading and spending time with friends and family.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I chose my boyfriend as my caregiver. During the time we’ve been together, I’ve felt like I’ve improved myself as a person. He has always supported me and makes sure that I stay healthy because I don’t really eat a lot of nutritious food otherwise.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I started to notice my mental health a lot more during middle school. During that time, I was growing up and becoming more aware of things around me. My family was always busy, so I didn’t have any emotional support. So I depended on myself and the internet during my whole childhood. I’ve dealt with my struggles by myself, often isolating myself from everyone whenever I’m stressed. At times, I couldn’t properly take care of myself, including eating, showering or just getting out of bed. I managed to heal a bit by myself, yet I still have those periods of struggle.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>That was until my boyfriend came into my life. He showed me how to rely on someone and how to open up. He taught me that being vulnerable is not weak, but a strong trait. He supported me in many ways — cooking me food, helping me with schoolwork, washing my hair and so much more. Because of his actions, I’ve always felt comfortable in his presence.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In this photo essay, I want to show how my love has supported me on my healing journey.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084296\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084296\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The desk that has been through so much: studying, homework, gaming and drawing. Barely getting clean because of the workload I have during school.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084297\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084297\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The girl behind that desk. She is me. I was cooking with my boyfriend.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084298\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084298\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I’ve always struggled with my identity. Religion, sexuality and race. It caused me a lot of breakdowns and stress. I couldn’t communicate with my family about these topics because of the language barrier we have.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084299\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084299\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The alcohol bottles in the living room cabinet. My family likes partying a lot. I hate loud noises. Whenever they party, I lock myself in my room to get away from the loud music.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084300\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084300\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">My caregiver, my boyfriend, is cooking with me. He’s way better at cooking than I am. I always feel loved whenever he cooks for me, or when we cook together.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084301\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084301\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The letter my boyfriend gave me, using my nickname: Nhi. He has always been good with his words, making me feel calm and comfortable. Talking to him makes me feel like a flower blooming outside.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084302\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084302\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x120.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">My love and I. We took pictures at a photobooth, not the first ever one, and definitely not the last.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084303\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084303\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The results of cooking together. I never once doubted how it would taste because I know it’ll always taste good to me whenever we cook together.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084304\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084304\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">We’re always going out together. I’ve noticed I become happier when I’m with my boyfriend. I’m more confident in myself just by being by his side.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084305\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084305\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1337\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-NT-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1536x1027.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The cherry blossom flower represents me right now, showing how I have grown as a person because of my caregiver.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Zay Austin\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>My name is \u003cstrong>Zay Austin\u003c/strong>, and I am a junior at Oakland High School. All these pictures represent me and my mental health because most of my life was kind of hard. But when I got to this school and met all these people and made new friends, I had a sense of purpose. I ended up finding a new self, made all these friends freshman year and I met my caregivers in my sophomore year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The caregivers I chose are my study skills teacher, named Ortiz — because she was one of the people who helped me get a passing grade on my assignments — and my friends and my girlfriend. They all kept me on track and made me happy in life, especially when I met my girlfriend. We met my freshman year (her sophomore year), but I am older than her by two days.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>We started dating this year (my junior year), and we are happy to be together. She makes sure I always go to class and stops being distracted by trying to make sure I have my work done. She also listens to my problems, and I do the same for her when she needs to talk about her day or when she is down. Looking at it all now, meeting these people that I took pictures of changed me a lot.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084306\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084306\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is the first place where I played hide and seek with my volleyball team, my freshman year. It was a good experience, and they’ve taught me a lot.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084307\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084307\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is where I found a way to become a better leader within a classroom. It taught me how to give ideas and help where I can.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084308\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084308\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is one of my closest friends. His name is Taariq. We played basketball together our freshman year, and we ended up staying close for a very long time.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084309\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084309\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of the sky — one of my favorite pictures. I always loved taking a picture of the sky when I was younger. It made me feel good when I got to see the sky in a different light.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084310\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084310\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of one of my caregivers, a teacher of mine named Ortiz. She’s been good to my classmates and me, helping where she can, and I’m grateful for that.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084311\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084311\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is another picture of one of my friends. His name is Cleo. I met him in my freshman year. We met in PE, and we started playing one-on-one in basketball.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084312\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084312\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of me and my caregiver, my girlfriend. I’ve known her since my freshman year, and we got together my junior year, her senior year. She makes me the happiest person ever, even when bad things are going on.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084313\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084313\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of the ceiling. I always noticed nature, and it reminds me of how my journey is growing like the leaves inside this classroom.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084315\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084315\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of a star in one of my classrooms. I took a picture of it because I feel like a star when I step onto the volleyball court.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084314\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084314\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a picture of a new friend I made at the Youth Beat Mental Health Workshop. Her name is Evelyn, but I call her Ev. These photos are from our first hangout, where we took pictures. I climbed a tree to get a better picture.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084316\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084316\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-11-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-11-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-11-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-ZA-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-11-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a different hallway where I first met most of the people in my pictures.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Diego Sanchez Morfin\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>My name is Diego Sanchez Morfin. I am a senior at Madison Park Academy in Oakland. I’m my parents’ second-youngest son, and I’m someone who enjoys spending time with family and friends and watching movies.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For this project, I chose my mother as my caregiver because she has always been there for me. She is the reason I am the way I am, and her influence has taught me so much.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Issues that impact my mental health revolve around the current state of our country. Countless immigrants who are trying to make ends meet are being treated horribly. Seeing this happening all around the world while coming from an immigrant family can be overwhelming. But my mother always helps me.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>My mental health has had its roses and thorns, but whenever I am experiencing a thorn, my mother’s kindness turns it into a rose.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Through my photo essay, I want to show my mother’s beauty and the impact she has had on my life. Her kindness has taught me so much and has shaped me into who I am now.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084317\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084317\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">From a young age, my mother has never failed to uphold her faith — the faith she represents with her beauty.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084318\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084318\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Just like a rose, my mother’s name is Rosa. Her beauty is often overlooked, but this is a chance to showcase it.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084319\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084319\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Whether it is going to the school, dentist, hospital or grocery store, she always makes sure we get there safely.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084320\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1500px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084320\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 1500w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x213.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The door I have gone in and out of for the majority of my life.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084321\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084321\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05_UPDATED-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05_UPDATED-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05_UPDATED-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05_UPDATED-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">No food can ever get close to the flavors my mom creates. Getting home from school means smelling our favorite meals.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084322\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084322\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1324\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-160x106.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-06-KQED-1536x1017.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">My name is Diego Sanchez. I’m my mother’s son, and I see myself through the images I capture.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084323\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084323\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-07-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">My mother’s constant support has shaped my upbringing. I’m now building other support systems and thriving as a rising college student. My girlfriend and I are on the left. My friend, my girlfriend and I are on the right.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084324\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1601px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084324\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1601\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg 1601w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-160x200.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-1230x1536.jpg 1230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1601px) 100vw, 1601px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Only a paw away are my cats. They’ve stayed by my side for the past five years, bringing an extra layer of laughter.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084325\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084325\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1335\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Like other people’s childhoods, mine emerged in the playground. The same spot I drive by every day is the same spot I once wanted to stay in forever.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084327\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1907px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084327\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1907\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 1907w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x168.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-DSM-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1465x1536.jpg 1465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1907px) 100vw, 1907px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">My mind is always in the light, the light filled with memories and future memories I’m creating.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Korey Gibson\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Hello, my name is \u003cstrong>Korey Gibson\u003c/strong>. I’m a sophomore at Oakland Tech in Oakland. I am a student and a younger brother. Some things I like to do are draw, hang out with friends, go on hikes, take photos and listen to music.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For this project, I chose my mother as my caregiver because she has always taken care of me and supported me. She is very charismatic, authentic and just an overall kind, amazing person. Throughout my struggles with my mental health, she has always supported me and been a shoulder for me to lean on.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I am glad that I’ve gotten the support I needed. Having my mother to talk to has helped me so much with my mental health. Through this photo essay, I wanted to show how I feel and how my mom handles her mental health. I tried to capture photos that show even the little things that can give meaning in everyday life.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084328\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084328\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-01-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This photo was just me capturing my mom while she was working and having a face mask on. She multitasks a lot, so I tried to capture the feeling of being busy but also focused.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084329\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1333px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084329\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-02-KQED-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">When I saw the fly on the window, I had my camera, and it was just chilling on the glass. It made me think about how it’s important to admire and appreciate the small things in the world, too, not just the large things.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084330\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084330\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-03-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I took this photo in a rose garden after a storm. The flower was starting to wilt, and even while it was wilting, it still had this beauty to it. I wanted to capture it to show that even when something isn’t in the “best” condition, it’s still worth admiring.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084331\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1333px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084331\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-04-KQED-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is a photo I took of some drawings I did. I was letting my mind wander, and my hands draw.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084332\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084332\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-05-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I captured this photo of my mom when she was trying to decompress from a long day. 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I felt like I captured that feel with the blur and movement.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084335\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1333px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084335\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-08-KQED-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I took this photo of my mom and dad while we were on a walk in Alameda, just all taking a long walk around the water and getting fresh air.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084336\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084336\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-09-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">I took this photo in the rose garden. I liked the way the bush looked with the flowers, and the pink really caught my eye with the red roses in the background, too.\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084337\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1333px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084337\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1333\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED.jpg 1333w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-160x240.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/2026.04.25-KG-MENTALHEALTHWORKSHOP-10-KQED-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This last photo I captured of my mom was at Joaquin Miller Park. 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"content": "\u003cp>One year after taking office, Oakland Mayor \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/tag/barbara-lee\">Barbara Lee\u003c/a> signaled that she would seek another bid for a full term and laid out an ambitious plan to rework city government, even as her administration navigates a recent personnel crisis.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“We’re doing the work that Oaklanders deserve,” Lee told KQED on Wednesday. “But we have a lot more to do.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Lee, who was elected last April to replace former Mayor Sheng Thao after a historic and contentious 2024 recall, was elected amidst an estimated $87 million budget shortfall and local concerns about corruption, homelessness, public safety and crime. A deal to sell the \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/12036060/oakland-pushes-coliseum-sale-next-year-delaying-funds-again\">Oakland Coliseum had fallen apart,\u003c/a> and the Oakland A’s, the city’s last major professional sports team, moved to Sacramento, dealing another blow to the city’s identity.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In the face of these challenges, Lee promised Oakland “stability.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“When I looked at what was taking place in the city because of that instability and chaos and divisiveness, I thought it was the best decision to make for the good of the city to first come in and say we’re going to try to minimize the chaos and the confusion,” Lee said. “And create a path forward.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>That vision was tested last week, when public records revealed a series of inappropriate text messages City Administrator Jestin Johnson had sent about female colleagues in 2024. In one, Johnson described a female subordinate as his “kryptonite,” and wrote: “My goodness, [she] has a helluva walk.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12078519\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12078519\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260402-OAKTEACHERHOUSING-30-BL_QED-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260402-OAKTEACHERHOUSING-30-BL_QED-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260402-OAKTEACHERHOUSING-30-BL_QED-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260402-OAKTEACHERHOUSING-30-BL_QED-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mayor Barbara Lee, Kyra Mungia, co-founder of Rooted, politicians, teachers and supporters participate in a ribbon cutting during a press conference announcing new affordable housing for Oakland Unified School District teachers and school employees at a recently purchased residential building in Oakland on April 2, 2026. \u003ccite>(Beth LaBerge/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Lee said she was unaware of the texts until they became public and opened an investigation in response. She accepted Johnson’s resignation on Sunday and appointed Assistant City Administrator Betsy Lake as his interim replacement.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I acted decisively,” Lee said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The texts surfaced alongside documents subpoenaed during the\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/12064908/judge-sets-2026-trial-date-in-bribery-case-of-former-oakland-mayor-sheng-thao\"> FBI’s ongoing corruption investigation\u003c/a> into Thao, who appointed Johnson as city administrator in 2023 to oversee the city’s day-to-day operations.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In other messages from 2024, Johnson texted former Assistant City Administrator Harold Duffey, saying a female department head “had me a little giddy.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I’m telling you, you have to sit next to her,” Johnson said. “I have to force myself to only look into her eyes.”[aside postID=news_12078453 hero='https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260402-OakTeacherHousing-32-BL_qed.jpg']Lee alluded to Johnson when she said that she kept former members of Thao’s staff on when she took office a year ago because of the need for stability.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I wanted a smooth transition,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>That pursuit has guided much of the former East Bay representative’s first year in mayoral office.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>She released her first \u003ca href=\"https://www.oaklandca.gov/News-Releases/Oakland-Mayor-Releases-Mid-Cycle-Budget-Measure-E-Spending-Plan\">budget proposal for 2026-27\u003c/a> on Friday, which will determine whether Oakland can maintain or increase critical services, or whether cuts are on the way. Lee has pinned many of her ambitions on Measure E, a new parcel tax on the June ballot that could add $34 million in additional revenue each year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Lee also pointed to her success in reinstating a \u003ca href=\"https://www.oaklandca.gov/Government/Working-for-Oakland/Summer-Jobs-and-Internships-for-Youth/Youth-Employment-and-Training\">summer youth employment program\u003c/a>, bringing two new banks to the city and using new AI drone technology to crack down on illegal dumping.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>She has deliberately avoided public fights with the City Council, describing her approach as one of “restraint.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Some wonder why I don’t exercise my authority breaking ties,” she said. “Why would I break a tie to create more instability?”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Her reasoning, she said, is that Oakland needs to change how it’s perceived in order to compete for business investment — and the jobs and economic activity that come with it.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12015107\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12015107 size-full\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1123\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty-800x449.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty-1020x573.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty-160x90.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty-1536x862.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty-1920x1078.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee reflected on her first anniversary in office this week. The former East Bay representative promised Oaklanders continued stability and growth. \u003ccite>(Joe Sohm/Visions of America/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“I wanted to be able to show the rest of the country and the world and Wall Street that the chaos was going to end,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For Lee, another way to encourage stability in Oakland is to change the government’s structure. Lee and Council President Kevin Jenkins are pushing a ballot measure to turn Oakland into a “strong mayor” city.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Oakland currently operates under a hybrid form of government where power is split between the mayor, city administrator and city council. Lee said that the arrangement makes it difficult to hold anyone accountable.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Any form of a hybrid creates confusion, chaos and is really frustrating for residents because they don’t know where the buck stops,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Under the proposal, power would be concentrated in the mayor’s office, giving the mayor veto power over City Council votes, including the budget, and more direct oversight of city departments. Council could still override a veto with a two-thirds vote. The measure would strengthen the council in other ways, making it full-time instead of part-time.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12038000\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12038000\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Oakland City Hall in Oakland on April 28, 2025. \u003ccite>(Martin do Nascimento/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The council’s Rules and Legislation Committee is set to hear the official proposal tomorrow and will decide whether to place it before voters on the November ballot.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In the Bay Area, only San Francisco currently uses a true “strong mayor” system.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Some critics see Lee’s proposal as a power grab. But Lee rejected that characterization, instead arguing that it would make the city more efficient.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I don’t need to be involved in a power struggle with anybody in Oakland,” Lee said. “I want this city to function, I want the services to be delivered, and I want you to know who’s accountable, whether it’s me as mayor or whoever is elected as mayor.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Lee told the \u003ca href=\"https://www.sfchronicle.com/eastbay/article/barbara-lee-oakland-mayor-one-year-mark-22265580.php\">\u003cem>San Francisco Chronicle\u003c/em>\u003c/a> that she would formally announce after the June primary.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I look forward to actually another four years as mayor,” she told KQED. “We have many challenges but many opportunities, and I’m determined that Oakland is going to be the cleanest and safest city in the country.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In the face of these challenges, Lee promised Oakland “stability.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“When I looked at what was taking place in the city because of that instability and chaos and divisiveness, I thought it was the best decision to make for the good of the city to first come in and say we’re going to try to minimize the chaos and the confusion,” Lee said. “And create a path forward.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>That vision was tested last week, when public records revealed a series of inappropriate text messages City Administrator Jestin Johnson had sent about female colleagues in 2024. In one, Johnson described a female subordinate as his “kryptonite,” and wrote: “My goodness, [she] has a helluva walk.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12078519\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12078519\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260402-OAKTEACHERHOUSING-30-BL_QED-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260402-OAKTEACHERHOUSING-30-BL_QED-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260402-OAKTEACHERHOUSING-30-BL_QED-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260402-OAKTEACHERHOUSING-30-BL_QED-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mayor Barbara Lee, Kyra Mungia, co-founder of Rooted, politicians, teachers and supporters participate in a ribbon cutting during a press conference announcing new affordable housing for Oakland Unified School District teachers and school employees at a recently purchased residential building in Oakland on April 2, 2026. \u003ccite>(Beth LaBerge/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Lee said she was unaware of the texts until they became public and opened an investigation in response. She accepted Johnson’s resignation on Sunday and appointed Assistant City Administrator Betsy Lake as his interim replacement.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I acted decisively,” Lee said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The texts surfaced alongside documents subpoenaed during the\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/12064908/judge-sets-2026-trial-date-in-bribery-case-of-former-oakland-mayor-sheng-thao\"> FBI’s ongoing corruption investigation\u003c/a> into Thao, who appointed Johnson as city administrator in 2023 to oversee the city’s day-to-day operations.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In other messages from 2024, Johnson texted former Assistant City Administrator Harold Duffey, saying a female department head “had me a little giddy.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I’m telling you, you have to sit next to her,” Johnson said. “I have to force myself to only look into her eyes.”\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>Lee alluded to Johnson when she said that she kept former members of Thao’s staff on when she took office a year ago because of the need for stability.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I wanted a smooth transition,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>That pursuit has guided much of the former East Bay representative’s first year in mayoral office.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>She released her first \u003ca href=\"https://www.oaklandca.gov/News-Releases/Oakland-Mayor-Releases-Mid-Cycle-Budget-Measure-E-Spending-Plan\">budget proposal for 2026-27\u003c/a> on Friday, which will determine whether Oakland can maintain or increase critical services, or whether cuts are on the way. Lee has pinned many of her ambitions on Measure E, a new parcel tax on the June ballot that could add $34 million in additional revenue each year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Lee also pointed to her success in reinstating a \u003ca href=\"https://www.oaklandca.gov/Government/Working-for-Oakland/Summer-Jobs-and-Internships-for-Youth/Youth-Employment-and-Training\">summer youth employment program\u003c/a>, bringing two new banks to the city and using new AI drone technology to crack down on illegal dumping.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>She has deliberately avoided public fights with the City Council, describing her approach as one of “restraint.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Some wonder why I don’t exercise my authority breaking ties,” she said. “Why would I break a tie to create more instability?”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Her reasoning, she said, is that Oakland needs to change how it’s perceived in order to compete for business investment — and the jobs and economic activity that come with it.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12015107\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12015107 size-full\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1123\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty-800x449.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty-1020x573.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty-160x90.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty-1536x862.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/OaklandGetty-1920x1078.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee reflected on her first anniversary in office this week. The former East Bay representative promised Oaklanders continued stability and growth. \u003ccite>(Joe Sohm/Visions of America/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“I wanted to be able to show the rest of the country and the world and Wall Street that the chaos was going to end,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For Lee, another way to encourage stability in Oakland is to change the government’s structure. Lee and Council President Kevin Jenkins are pushing a ballot measure to turn Oakland into a “strong mayor” city.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Oakland currently operates under a hybrid form of government where power is split between the mayor, city administrator and city council. Lee said that the arrangement makes it difficult to hold anyone accountable.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Any form of a hybrid creates confusion, chaos and is really frustrating for residents because they don’t know where the buck stops,” she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Under the proposal, power would be concentrated in the mayor’s office, giving the mayor veto power over City Council votes, including the budget, and more direct oversight of city departments. Council could still override a veto with a two-thirds vote. The measure would strengthen the council in other ways, making it full-time instead of part-time.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12038000\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12038000\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/04/250428-OAKLAND-CITY-HALL-FILE-MD-02-KQED-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Oakland City Hall in Oakland on April 28, 2025. \u003ccite>(Martin do Nascimento/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The council’s Rules and Legislation Committee is set to hear the official proposal tomorrow and will decide whether to place it before voters on the November ballot.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In the Bay Area, only San Francisco currently uses a true “strong mayor” system.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Some critics see Lee’s proposal as a power grab. But Lee rejected that characterization, instead arguing that it would make the city more efficient.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I don’t need to be involved in a power struggle with anybody in Oakland,” Lee said. “I want this city to function, I want the services to be delivered, and I want you to know who’s accountable, whether it’s me as mayor or whoever is elected as mayor.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Lee told the \u003ca href=\"https://www.sfchronicle.com/eastbay/article/barbara-lee-oakland-mayor-one-year-mark-22265580.php\">\u003cem>San Francisco Chronicle\u003c/em>\u003c/a> that she would formally announce after the June primary.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I look forward to actually another four years as mayor,” she told KQED. “We have many challenges but many opportunities, and I’m determined that Oakland is going to be the cleanest and safest city in the country.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/tag/alameda-county\">Alameda County \u003c/a>saw its largest overall reduction in homelessness to date over the last two years, according to new data released by county officials on Tuesday.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The county’s biennial Point In Time count found a 13% drop in overall homelessness and 18% drop in unsheltered homelessness since 2024, bringing the proportion of unhoused people outside to its lowest point in more than a decade.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Jonathan Russell, the county’s director of Housing and Homelessness Services, said Tuesday that the preliminary data from this year’s tally is “a good sign that we know what works, that we can end this entrenched suffering, and that we need to do it together.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The biggest decrease was in Oakland, which saw a 20% drop in its unhoused population. The result reverses a trend recorded in 2024, when the city’s homelessness rose 9% while the county overall saw a modest decline.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Today’s proof is that we are doing the right thing,” Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee said Tuesday.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Still, Oakland, which accounts for more than half of the county’s unhoused individuals, despite representing just 22% of the population, is the “epicenter” of the county’s crisis, she said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c!-- iframe plugin v.4.3 wordpress.org/plugins/iframe/ -->\u003cbr>\n\u003ciframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Alameda County's Homeless Population\" aria-label=\"Line chart\" id=\"datawrapper-chart-VtVL3\" src=\"https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/VtVL3/2/\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"0\" style=\"border: none;\" width=\"600\" height=\"527\" data-external=\"1\" class=\"iframe-class\">\u003c/iframe>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“The homelessness crisis in Alameda County, here in Oakland specifically, is at its root a racial equity crisis,” Lee said. “It’s a product of decades, and I mean decades, of redlining, disinvestment and displacement. We can’t sweep this under the rug.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Lee said Oakland has the lofty goal of reducing homelessness by 50% in five years.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The city has 1,000 units of housing for formerly unhoused people that are already in construction or set to break ground next year, and 2,000 new affordable housing units in its pipeline, according to Lee.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But Oakland is also facing budget headwinds, and Lee warned that without additional funding, the city could have to cut about 190 shelter beds. In June, Oaklanders will vote on whether to pass \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/voterguide/alameda/measure-e\">Measure E\u003c/a>, an annual parcel tax that could raise $34 million for the city annually.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A daylong count of homelessness, the PIT is a federal survey conducted every other January in counties across the country. While the method is considered an imperfect measure of homelessness, it is useful for identifying trends.[aside postID=news_12083310 hero='https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/005_KQED_SanFrancisco_SafeSleepingVillage_05142020-1020x680.jpg']The 1,300 volunteers who walked Alameda County block by block in one morning this year found that the number of families with children and unaccompanied youth under 25 experiencing homelessness decreased, while veteran homelessness rose slightly. A few cities, including Berkeley, Fremont and Livermore, saw slight upticks in their total unhoused populations.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>One of the survey’s biggest findings was a continued rise in the number of unhoused people who are sheltered in Alameda County, with 1,140 fewer people sleeping on the streets compared to 2024. Since 2019, that percentage has increased from 21% to 37%.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It’s not entirely clear whether the number of unsheltered unhoused people was impacted by policy shifts after the Supreme Court’s 2024 decision gave cities the right to enforce camping bans, though Oakland and Berkeley are among the cities that tightened encampment management policies that had been disallowed under a previous lower court order.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In neighboring \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/12083310/fewer-people-are-sleeping-on-san-francisco-streets-but-family-homelessness-is-up\">San Francisco\u003c/a>, which has focused aggressively on clearing encampments since the 2024 ruling, unsheltered homelessness plummeted 22%. More than 50% of the city’s homeless population is sheltered.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Heather Freinkel, the outreach team supervisor with Alameda County’s Homeless Action Center, said that after sweeps of larger encampments, “It’s likely that unsheltered residents are seeking solitary and scattered locations to avoid being targeted, which would make them harder for [Point In Time] volunteers to find.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>She said she does not believe that there has been a significant net increase in the number of unsheltered people being offered housing or shelter since the last count in 2024.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12042903\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12042903\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/20250529_OhloneParkEncampment_GC-16_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/20250529_OhloneParkEncampment_GC-16_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/20250529_OhloneParkEncampment_GC-16_qed-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/20250529_OhloneParkEncampment_GC-16_qed-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/20250529_OhloneParkEncampment_GC-16_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/20250529_OhloneParkEncampment_GC-16_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/20250529_OhloneParkEncampment_GC-16_qed-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The homeless encampment at Ohlone Park in Berkeley on May 29, 2025. \u003ccite>(Gina Castro/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Local leaders from across the county credited an influx of local policy to fund homelessness services and build new housing, including Measure W, a 0.5% sales tax passed in 2020 to generate about $150 million a year for rapid rehousing, rental subsidies and expanded emergency shelter and permanent supportive housing.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Earlier this year, the county \u003ca href=\"https://www.achcd.org/measure-w-home-together-fund/\">awarded $50 million\u003c/a> in Measure W revenue to 10 projects in various cities, which will provide 900 new housing units, including 346 for people experiencing homelessness.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley, who represents parts of Oakland and Pleasanton and Castro Valley, said Measure W would allocate another $50 million to focus on homelessness prevention in the next year. 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Both men go by the nickname “Frog.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“He’ll help you out with anything,” said Johnson, who added that Dixon was outgoing and loved to sing karaoke.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Dixon was also remembered by Oakland rapper Mistah F.A.B., who said the man had been a member of the “Cadillac Club,” which held weekly car meetups, with his mother.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“May your name live forever,” the rapper said in a tribute to Dixon on \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/p/DYcrJdsKRtm/?hl=en\">Instagram\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12084344\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1980px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12084344\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/GettyImages-1190533331.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1980\" height=\"1205\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/GettyImages-1190533331.jpg 1980w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/GettyImages-1190533331-160x97.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/GettyImages-1190533331-1536x935.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1980px) 100vw, 1980px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A view of downtown and Lake Merritt is seen from this drone view in Oakland, California, on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019. \u003ccite>(Jane Tyska/Digital First Media/The East Bay Times via Getty Images)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Police officials announced Monday that an Oakland teenager, who has not been identified, had been arrested in connection with the crash.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“It’s a ripple effect on our community, deeply impacting family, loved ones, residents and friends who live and work in the neighborhood,” interim Police Chief James Beere said during a press conference on Monday. “Truly, throughout the whole entire city of Oakland, we are mourning.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Authorities said the teen was driving recklessly northbound on 85th Avenue near International Boulevard, where he hit multiple vehicles, causing significant damage to at least one.[aside postID=news_12082693 hero='https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/CellebriteGetty.jpg']He then tried to make a delayed turn at the intersection and drove up onto the sidewalk, where he struck a group of pedestrians.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In addition to the three pedestrians who died on the scene, another three were taken to hospitals in critical condition. Of those victims, one remains in critical condition, while another is reportedly stable and the third has been released, according to Beere. He said additional pedestrians also sustained injuries.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The driver was also taken to the hospital, where he received treatment before being taken into custody.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>According to Beere, the suspect tried to flee on foot on International Boulevard, but was restrained by community members on scene.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“The courage displayed by those on scene shows a growing trust between our neighborhoods, City Hall, and the Oakland police department,” Mayor Barbara Lee said during a press conference on Monday. “We’re not working in isolation but together as members of the community.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Beere said that the police department had not ruled out that the driver’s actions were intentional, but that they believe the crash was accidental. 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They said that prior to leaving OpenAI, Musk was amenable to creating a for-profit, which he wanted to control. When other executives refused to agree to his terms, he left the company.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But Monday’s verdict disregarded many of the trial’s revelations, and instead hinged on the timeline of Musk’s claims.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The jury agreed with OpenAI’s defense that Musk missed the statute of limitations to allege a breach of charitable trust. They also dismissed a claim that Microsoft, OpenAI’s largest investor, aided and abetted a breach of charitable trust.[aside postID=news_12083612 hero='https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/OpenAILawyerGetty.jpg']Sarah Eddy, an attorney for OpenAI, noted in her closing argument that Musk departed the company in 2018, watched it build up a for-profit arm beginning in 2019 and made his final monetary contribution the year after that. Yet, he waited until 2024, after he’d launched a competing AI enterprise, to bring his suit.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>She called the case a “textbook” example of why the statute of limitations exists, saying that when Musk made his last contribution and testified that he became suspicious of a breach of charitable trust in 2020, he “started the clock.” According to Eddy, Musk should have sued by 2022 at the latest.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Musk’s counsel, Marc Toberoff, said there was a strong basis for appeal based on the legal components, statute of limitations aside. Musk also wrote on X, which he owns, that he planned to file an appeal.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“There is no question to anyone following the case in detail that Altman & Brockman did in fact enrich themselves by stealing a charity. 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"content": "\u003cp>Whether \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/tag/openai\">OpenAI\u003c/a> CEO \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/tag/sam-altman\">Sam Altman\u003c/a> and other executives betrayed their commitment to building a safe, open-source artificial intelligence, slighting billionaire Elon Musk in the process, will be decided by an Oakland jury and judge.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For weeks, the tech executives have sparred in federal court over whether the startup, first proposed by Altman to Musk as a sort of AI “Manhattan Project,” has abandoned its original mission to enrich itself. Musk, who provided $38 million in early funding, has accused his former OpenAI co-founders Altman and Greg Brockman of “stealing a charity.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>OpenAI’s executives, on the other hand, have said Musk only sued after he brought his own AI competitor, xAI, onto the market.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>During his closing statement, Musk’s lead counsel, Steven Molo, focused on Altman’s credibility. He asked the jury to consider hypothetically what they would do if they came upon a bridge, suspended 150 feet above a river, and built on Altman’s “version of the truth.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Would you walk across that bridge?” He asked. “I don’t think many people would.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Molo said that in the early years of OpenAI, the intent was to create a technology “for the good of the world.” He pointed to Musk’s early fears of the dangers of artificial general intelligence, or AGI, an early mission statement that said OpenAI would not be constrained by a need to generate financial return and correspondence between Altman and Musk that expressed support by both of them for a nonprofit structure and safety-focused mission.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12081686\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12081686\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260428-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260428-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-04-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260428-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-04-KQED-160x90.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260428-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-04-KQED-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260428-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-04-KQED-1200x675.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Steve Molo, Elon Musk’s attorney, presents opening statements in the trial in which Elon Musk (center-right) claims that Sam Altman (right) and OpenAI abandoned their founding promise to develop AI for the benefit of humanity, rather than solely for profit, in Oakland on April 28, 2026. \u003ccite>(Vicki Behringer for KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“There was no disagreement over the core mission,” Molo said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But, he said, since OpenAI launched a for-profit subsidiary in 2019 — after Musk departed — Altman and his fellow executives have treated the nonprofit as a “shell,” transferring intellectual property and the vast majority of employees to the for-profit arm of the company. In 2023, Molo continued, after OpenAI made a $10 billion deal with Microsoft, the company failed to prioritize safety, abandoned its commitment to open sourcing and “enriched investors and insiders.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“They’re motivated by money: Microsoft and Altman,” Molo said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella testified that the company had invested $13 billion and expects to see a return of about $92 billion. Molo also pointed out that other executives, including Brockman and founding OpenAI computer scientist Ilya Sutskever, testified to having billions in equity, despite not investing in the company.[aside postID=news_12083278 hero='https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/260512-MUSK-ALTMAN-TRIAL-VB-03-KQED.jpg']Altman’s attorneys argued that Musk’s case was baseless: not only was Molo’s characterization false, but they argued, the larger issue is that Musk’s contributions to OpenAI — in the form of rent payments, Tesla Model 3 cars and $25 million in quarterly donations — were never accompanied by specific promises for their use.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“If the donations came with no strings attached, then Mr. Musk does not have a charitable trust to enforce,” Sarah Eddy, an attorney for OpenAI’s defendants, said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>She and Altman’s lead counsel, William Savitt, also spent much of their closing arguments painting Musk as not wanting to protect humanity from AGI, as he’s suggested, but wanting to be the one who controls it.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>They allege Musk brought his suit after he tried to wrest control of a potential for-profit arm of OpenAI, and later absorb the organization into Tesla, in 2017. The executives had begun discussing a for-profit expansion that year to solicit more funding for top talent and “compute” to compete with other industry leaders.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Musk departed OpenAI in February 2018, after a falling-out with the other executives over those discussions.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12075382\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12075382\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/03/260304-Elon-Musk-Trial-01-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/03/260304-Elon-Musk-Trial-01-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/03/260304-Elon-Musk-Trial-01-KQED-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/03/260304-Elon-Musk-Trial-01-KQED-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">A courtroom sketch of Elon Musk on the stand as he’s questioned by the plaintiff’s attorney, Aaron P. Arnzen, on March 4, 2026. Musk is accused of making false and misleading statements that drove down Twitter’s stock price before he bought the social media platform for $44 billion in 2022. \u003ccite>(Vicki Behringer for KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Shortly after, OpenAI decided to introduce a for-profit public benefit corporation. It has since become a $850 billion company, and is considering an initial public offering estimated at up to a trillion dollars.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>OpenAI’s attorneys alleged that Musk saw OpenAI’s skyrocketing success and filed his suit to destroy a competitor in the field.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“The truth is that Mr. Musk wanted a for-profit AI, and he wanted to dominate it,” Eddy said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The jury is set to begin deliberations on Monday. If they side with Musk, OpenAI and Microsoft could owe $150 billion in damages to be redirected to the nonprofit foundation, along with a court order dismantling OpenAI’s for-profit structure and removal of Altman and Brockman from their posts.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12083616\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12083616\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/Gonzalez-Rogers-Yvonne.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/Gonzalez-Rogers-Yvonne.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/Gonzalez-Rogers-Yvonne-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/Gonzalez-Rogers-Yvonne-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. \u003ccite>(Courtesy of Daily Journal)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The jury will not have the final say, though. In a rare, but not unprecedented, move, U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers will have the ultimate right to rule on the claims.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>According to Charlie Bullock, a senior research fellow at the Institute for Law and AI, this is because most times, “equitable claims” — breach of charitable trust and unjust enrichment — which involve non-monetary remedies, are decided by a judge.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In this case, Gonzalez Rogers elected to have an advisory jury, and Bullock said that typically, judges choose to go along with their decision.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n",
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"content": "\u003cp>Oakland’s school board plans to vote Wednesday to extend its \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/12042255/oaklands-school-board-picks-crisis-tested-leader-as-interim-superintendent\">interim chief’s term\u003c/a> and make her the official superintendent, despite \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/12080861/oakland-unified-has-no-plan-for-fiscal-solvency-top-alameda-county-schools-chief-warns\">mounting calls\u003c/a> from district administrators and county officials to hire a long-term leader.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Interim Superintendent Denise Saddler will have her contract with Oakland Unified School District extended through the 2026-27 academic year, with a salary of $367,765.45 per year, according to an employment agreement expected to be approved on Wednesday.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Oakland’s school board previously initiated plans to select a permanent superintendent by the fall, but quietly delayed the search earlier this year.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“The proposed agreement reflects the [board of education’s] determination that continuity in executive leadership is in the best interests of the district as Oakland Unified continues implementation of its fiscal stabilization strategies, academic priorities, labor relations initiatives, and operational improvements,” Saddler’s employment agreement reads.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Saddler took the helm of the district to serve as a transitional leader after longtime superintendent \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/12037315/oakland-school-board-votes-remove-superintendent-sparking-worries-instability\">Kyla Johnson-Trammell departed unexpectedly\u003c/a> amid disagreements with the school board last spring.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Saddler’s initial contract last June set out a yearlong term, which the district wrote would “allow for a robust search for a permanent superintendent,” expected to take over in July 2026.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12041367\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12041367\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/05/20250423_OUSDSupe_GC-18_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1316\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/05/20250423_OUSDSupe_GC-18_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/05/20250423_OUSDSupe_GC-18_qed-800x526.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/05/20250423_OUSDSupe_GC-18_qed-1020x671.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/05/20250423_OUSDSupe_GC-18_qed-160x105.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/05/20250423_OUSDSupe_GC-18_qed-1536x1011.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/05/20250423_OUSDSupe_GC-18_qed-1920x1263.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Oakland Unified School District board president, Jennifer Brouhard, speaks during a meeting at Metwest High School in Oakland on April 23, 2025. \u003ccite>(Gina Castro/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>In November, the board approved a $150,000 contract with a consulting firm to carry out that search, but Board President Jennifer Brouhard told KQED last month that the process never truly got off the ground.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In January, when the board began to discuss hiring, she said, most members felt that they needed to focus on stabilizing a major financial crisis first. 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In what ways were school leaders consulted … and, if the search has been suspended, where is the transparent communication regarding this?” the letter continued.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Alameda County Superintendent Alysse Castro also warned the district last month that without permanent employees in multiple key roles, it was “increasing risk given the urgency and complexity of current fiscal decisions.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12029338\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12029338\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/02/20241211-OUSDMergerVote-JY-026_qed.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/02/20241211-OUSDMergerVote-JY-026_qed.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/02/20241211-OUSDMergerVote-JY-026_qed-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/02/20241211-OUSDMergerVote-JY-026_qed-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/02/20241211-OUSDMergerVote-JY-026_qed-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/02/20241211-OUSDMergerVote-JY-026_qed-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/02/20241211-OUSDMergerVote-JY-026_qed-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Oakland Unified School District Board listens to public comment during a meeting at La Escuelita Elementary School in Oakland, California, on Dec. 11, 2024. \u003ccite>(Juliana Yamada/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>In the fall, OUSD’s top financial officer, Lisa Grant-Dawson, \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/12067547/oakland-schools-in-turmoil-after-two-key-officials-depart-over-budget-crisis\">abruptly resigned \u003c/a>after Saddler apparently undermined her team’s budget planning. 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To acquire the compute — or the GPUs and CPUs needed to power AI — and funding they needed to pursue artificial general intelligence, or a superintelligent AI technology known as AGI, the company would need more significant investments, the executives determined.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I thought, of course, we needed to raise billions to quickly ramp,” he said. “I saw no way to do it.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Altman, Greg Brockman, the president of OpenAI and Ilya Sutskever, a former top OpenAI computer scientist and member of its founding team, have said that in those conversations, Musk repeatedly proposed plans that would give him majority control. Initially, Altman said that he asked for 90% equity in a potential for-profit.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The other executives pushed back on this request, including in an email Altman sent to Musk at the time, in which he said, “I am worried about control. I don’t think any one person should have control of the world’s first AGI — in fact, the whole reason we started OpenAI is so that wouldn’t happen.”[aside postID=news_12083224 hero='https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/SamAltmanGetty.jpg']Altman described Musk as “mercurial,” and said that when he left OpenAI in February 2018, after for-profit discussions fell apart, “people wondered if he’d try to take a vengeance on us” — which both he and his attorney, William Savitt, have alleged is exactly what Musk’s lawsuit aims to do.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>During his cross-examination, though, Musk’s counsel Steven Molo seemed to suggest that it is Altman who has amassed significant control over OpenAI since it did launch a for-profit arm in 2019.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Molo asked Altman about the testimonies of various former OpenAI executives, who said he was untrustworthy and had a history of lying. 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"content": "\u003cp>Microsoft’s CEO and another major player took the stand on Monday in \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/tag/oakland\">Oakland\u003c/a>, testifying in the blockbuster trial between OpenAI co-founders Elon Musk and Sam Altman.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Ahead of Altman’s testimony, Musk’s attorney Steven Molo questioned Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Ilya Sutskever, a top OpenAI computer scientist who departed the company in 2024. Sutskever discussed his role in orchestrating Altman’s brief ouster in 2023.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Over five days in November 2023, Altman was removed and reinstated from his post, after a coalition of board members raised concerns that he had not been “consistently candid in his communications” and cited a breakdown of trust.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Whether Altman and other executives have maintained OpenAI’s initial stated mission — to develop AI safely and for the “benefit of humanity” — is critical to Musk’s suit, which claims that leaders breached their duty to its nonprofit mission by building a for-profit company on top of it. Musk also alleged that the company unfairly benefited at his expense.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Musk also alleges that Microsoft, which is OpenAI’s largest financial backer and until this week held the exclusive rights to license and sell its technology, aided and abetted that breach of trust.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Molo questioned Nadella about Microsoft’s motive to invest in OpenAI — a $13 billion input that Nadella said is expected to see a return of about $92 billion, “if it works out.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12081686\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12081686 size-full\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260428-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-04-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260428-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-04-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260428-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-04-KQED-160x90.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260428-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-04-KQED-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/260428-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-04-KQED-1200x675.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Steve Molo, Elon Musk’s attorney, presents opening statements in the trial in which Elon Musk (center-right) claims that Sam Altman (right) and OpenAI abandoned their founding promise to develop AI for the benefit of humanity, rather than solely for profit, in Oakland, on April 28, 2026. \u003ccite>(Vicki Behringer for KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Musk’s attorney pointed out Nadella’s fiduciary duty to maximize profit, and referenced a series of texts between him and Altman that appeared to show Nadella pushing for an earlier rollout of the paid version of ChatGPT.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“When chatGPT paid?” Nadella wrote in the message.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Altman said that there was “Not enough compute to make it a good consumer experience,” to which Nadella said, “The sooner the better.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Nadella said that the reason Microsoft invested was that OpenAI was pursuing a for-profit model, but he said, “If the pie became larger, the nonprofit would benefit as well.”[aside postID=news_12081916 hero='https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/04/AP26118555622828-2000x1333.jpg']Molo asked Nadella if he was aware that, for a period of time, OpenAI’s nonprofit did not have any employees.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I am not,” Nadella said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Molo also questioned Nadella about Microsoft’s role during Altman’s brief ouster. At the time, Nadella announced that he would hire Altman, along with OpenAI’s third co-founder and current president, Greg Brockman, as well as other allies, to head up a new AI team at Microsoft.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Nadella said that he “had ideas about how Sam [Altman] and the other employees could join Microsoft if they were not reinstated.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“If people were going to leave OpenAI, I wanted them to come to Microsoft,” he said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Molo asked Nadella if he knew why Altman had been removed, to which Nadella said he was never given an “explicit answer.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Did the thought occur to you … the board might issue a public statement about why they fired Altman?” Molo said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Nadella said during that period — referred to as “The Blip” by many OpenAI employees — he was focused on ensuring continuity for customers.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“It goes back to me wanting to communicate to customers that they can count on us,” he said. “Come Monday, that doesn’t just disappear.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_12082325\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2000px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12082325 size-full\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/260504-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-03-KQED.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/260504-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-03-KQED.jpg 2000w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/260504-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-03-KQED-160x90.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/260504-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-03-KQED-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/05/260504-MUSK-ALTMAN-VB-03-KQED-1200x675.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">OpenAI CEO Sam Altman watches as OpenAI President Greg Brockman testifies in the trial in which Elon Musk claims that Altman and OpenAI abandoned their founding promise to develop AI for the benefit of humanity, rather than solely for profit, in Oakland, on May 4, 2026. \u003ccite>(Vicki Behringer for KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Sutskever, who took the stand after Nadella, described Altman’s removal differently. 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