As we gather in the now named Golden Gate neighborhood of Oakland, we recognize that this place is part of the unceded homeland of the Ohlone, Miwok, Muwekma and Confederated Villages of Lisjan peoples, who have stewarded these lands and waters since time immemorial. In bringing neighbors together in celebration, we commit to honoring their enduring connection to this place—through learning, acknowledgment and care. May our actions, like gathering together in celebration of community inclusive of all, reflect gratitude for the gifts of this land and respect for those who’ve safeguarded it for generations.
This land acknowledgement was written with the assistance of Native Land Digital's AI Territory Acknowledgement Helper, Kōrero. Visit https://native-land.ca/ to learn more and use their interactive tools in support of building understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.