Videos

Poet Ronnie Striplin reads a poem he wrote specifically for this special night about education and the school system that doesn't properly serve the black students of Marin City.

Leah Rothstein discusses the many factors that led to systematic segregation in this country. 

Dr. Talley explains that where we live, work, and play are the social determinants of health. Most of the residents in Marin live, work, and play in the ideal environment to be healthy, happy, and thrive. Some residents though, like those in Marin City, have more challenges to overcome to lead the healthy lifestyles others enjoy and take for granted.

Dr. Talley recounts how she became a doctor and the support she always had from her community of Marin City on her journey.

Dr. Talley discusses the need for black doctors and the pipeline challenge for them, who make up only 6% of the total number of doctors with black female doctors making up only 2% of the total.

Dr Matt Willis discusses where he got his heart for public service in Marin County.

Dr. Talley discusses the challenges that black patients face when visiting doctors for help. 

Tami Bell remembers the first black teacher, Santafe J. Moses and the positive impact she had on Marin City.

Tami Bell talks about the start of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Marin City, Joseph James, and Marinship. 

Tami Bell addresses the restrictions on blacks, even on those like Willie Mays, buying homes in San Francisco neighborhoods.