GLIDE is a nationally recognized center for social justice, dedicated to fighting systemic injustices, creating pathways out of poverty and crisis, and transforming lives. Through our integrated comprehensive services, advocacy initiatives, and inclusive community, we empower individuals, families and children to achieve stability and thrive.
GLIDE is on the forefront of addressing some of society’s most pressing issues, including poverty, housing and homelessness, and racial and social justice.
Join us for our biggest-ever celebration of Black Futures Month. At a time when basic civil rights are under attack across the country, we’re doubling down on what we believe in most — radical inclusivity, collective care, and a future rooted in justice. Together, we’ll honor Black history, uplift Black voices, and imagine what’s possible when everyone belongs. Learn More
An evening of discussion honoring the leadership of Black women, featuring Michelle Browder
This Black History Month, on Feb. 5, GLIDE presents She Carried Us Forward, an evening honoring the brilliance, courage, creativity, and enduring leadership of Black women across the civil rights movement – then and now.
We are honored to welcome Michelle Browder, acclaimed artist, activist, historian, and founder of the Mothers of Gynecology in Montgomery, Alabama. Michelle’s groundbreaking work restores voice and dignity to Black women whose lives transformed the fields of medicine, justice, and liberation – yet were historically erased.
Hear from State Assemblywoman Tina McKinnor and Assemblyman Corey Jackson on their Alabama Transformation!
Both Assemblymembers Tina McKinnor and Corey Jackson were deeply touched by GLIDE’s Alabama Pilgrimage (a spiritual tour through civil rights history in Alabama) and will share (in webinar format) on February 18 how their journey transformed their view of current events and influenced their leadership.
GLIDE welcomes Dr. Angela Davis
We are deeply honored to welcome Dr. Angela Davis—renowned activist, scholar, and author—to GLIDE. A powerful voice for justice and liberation, her visit is one we look forward to sharing with our community.
Save the date: February 26!
Join the next Alabama Justice Pilgrimage!
The Alabama Justice Pilgrimage is an immersive, experiential learning program of GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice (CSJ) that seeks to tell the truth about American history, highlight inequities in health, economic, and criminal justice outcomes, articulate connections between slavery and mass incarceration, and interrupt current, incomplete narratives about oppression, crime, and punishment. This multi-day transformational journey is central to GLIDE’s work to heal the wounds of enduring racism and economic inequality in San Francisco & the Bay Area.
To launch Black History & Futures Month, GLIDE held She Carried Us Forward, a celebration honoring the brilliance, courage, creativity, and enduring leadership of Black women. Black women are too often unnamed background characters in history– even when their actions should earn them the spotlight!
“It’s hard to find words for the grief and rage our nation is feeling today. First Renée Good, then Alex Pretti—two lives lost after being shot and killed by federal ICE officers while trying to protect their neighbor’s rights. We’ve lost a loving mother of three. We’ve lost a dedicated ICU nurse. Just as we have lost so many Black and Brown people over the course of our nation’s history. All their names lie heavy on my heart: Breonna Taylor, Oscar Grant, George Floyd, Sandra Bland, Rekia Boyd, and so many more. “
“On January 29th, GLIDE joined city leaders, partners, and community members to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the new Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Health and Wellness Center at 888 Post Street—a milestone for San Francisco and a powerful investment in our young people’s futures. Designed to serve youth ages 18 to 27, the Center offers a welcoming, dignified space where young adults can find stability, care, and an opportunity to move toward independence at a critical moment in their lives.”
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Minister Marvin K. White lead the crowd in prayer. The event was an interfaith commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr.’s civil rights accomplishments. The prayer took the form of this beautiful justice-seeking poem in the tradition of GLIDE founder Janice Mirikitani. We are sharing this poem on our website to uplift and inspire all of you in your own spiritual and justice-seeking practices.
This year, Gap Inc. expanded the shopping spree beyond Old Navy– Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta were also included creating a bigger and more meaningful experience. For many caregivers, choosing something new for themselves is rare. Watching them take their time, pick up different items, and accept encouragement from volunteers was truly special.
This year, Gap Inc. expanded the shopping spree beyond Old Navy– Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta were also included creating a bigger and more meaningful experience. For many caregivers, choosing something new for themselves is rare. Watching them take their time, pick up different items, and accept encouragement from volunteers was truly special.
Meals served Every Year
People Received Hygiene Kits, Socks, and Blankets Last Year
People Volunteered Last Year
