Twelve students from the Pajaro Valley participated in a series of five Workshops in Summer 2025. The Workshops focused on building students' knowledge of topics such as climate change, infrastructure, air quality, and environmental justice. Students were given weekly assignments to take photos in their community and come back the next week and use their photos as discussion points for what they see as challenges and strengths of their community. These discussions were conducted by Regeneración staff with the support of UC Santa Cruz faculty from various departments including the Arts, Education, and Mathematics Departments.

The Gallery at Somos will feature 24 photos taken by the 12 students that we hope will spur discussions among viewers and create spaces to for students to share their thoughts about their community

This project was funded by The River Network and supported by SOMOS and UC Santa Cruz's Climate Action Arts Network and Mathematics and Education Departments.

Light refreshments will be served.

Email info@regenerationpajarovalley.org with questions.

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