The Ladera Ranch Social Justice Committee was formed in September 2016, and has blossomed to a vibrant community of more than 450 households in Ladera. We host social and educational events, participate in local cultural and educational activities, and work together to build a loving community that embraces and celebrates diversity. We look forward to getting to know you!
Mission Statement:
The goal of the Ladera Ranch Social Justice Committee is to include and advocate for culturally and socioeconomically diverse families within and beyond Ladera Ranch, including multiethnic, multilingual, and LGBT families. We strive to support schools, teachers, and libraries in developing curriculum and policies that include and engage all students, promote critical thinking, and prepare children to interact effectively in our diverse global world.
We hope to open up the doors of communication within families and communities so that we can have meaningful and constructive conversations regarding diversity, social, racial, and environmental justice, civil rights, community activism, and confronting bullying. Such conversations can empower people to find the strength and beauty in their own voices and uniqueness and also allow them to appreciate and respect those of others.
Many of our members value civic education and engagement, but the Ladera Ranch Social Justice Committee does not endorse or campaign for specific political parties, candidates, or legislation. We encourage members who are interested in getting involved in local, regional, or national politics to connect with other local organizations designed for these purposes.
Note: The Ladera Ranch Social Justice Committee is recognized as a “club” by Ladera Ranch Community Services (LARCS). Section 1.6.2 of the LARCS Bylaws prohibits participation in political campaigns on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for political office; or in the support or opposition of any proposed political legislation, either directly or indirectly through its support or membership in any organization that engages in such activities.
Our current subcommittees focus on social and cultural events, children's activities & education, adult education, civic education, and social media & communication. For more information about any of these, or to get involved, please email us at LRSJCommittee@gmail.com
2020-2021 Steering Committee Members:
Amy Junge
Vanessa Santos
Johanna Trainer
Susan Saucedo
Noah Rodriguez
Susana Sarmiento
Anne Hughitt
2019-2020 Steering Committee Members:
Amy Junge
Vanessa Santos
Johanna Trainer
Susan Saucedo
Noah Rodriguez
Susana Sarmiento
Anne Hughitt
2018-2019 Steering Committee Members:
Johanna Trainer
Susan Saucedo
Noah Rodriguez
Susana Sarmiento
Lisa Meyers
Leanne Williams
Laila Contractor
2017-2018 Steering Committee Members:
Candice Carvalho
Laila Contractor
Alison Dover, Education Subcommittee
Dave Huxtable, Adult Education Subcommittee
Amy Ong Junge, Social Media & Communications
Vanessa Santos, Civic Education Subcommittee
Johanna Trainer, Adult Education Subcommittee
Leanne Williams
Founding Members
Sue Boardman
Shereen Rahming
Johanna Trainer
Leanne Willilams
Vanessa Santos
Amy Ong Junge
Dave Hustable
Alison Dover
Laila Contractor
Candice Carvalho
Past Members - Thank you for your service!
Sue Boardman (2016-17)
Jamie Jonsson (2016-17)
Shereen Rahming (2016-17)
Mission Statement:
The goal of the Ladera Ranch Social Justice Committee is to include and advocate for culturally and socioeconomically diverse families within and beyond Ladera Ranch, including multiethnic, multilingual, and LGBT families. We strive to support schools, teachers, and libraries in developing curriculum and policies that include and engage all students, promote critical thinking, and prepare children to interact effectively in our diverse global world.
We hope to open up the doors of communication within families and communities so that we can have meaningful and constructive conversations regarding diversity, social, racial, and environmental justice, civil rights, community activism, and confronting bullying. Such conversations can empower people to find the strength and beauty in their own voices and uniqueness and also allow them to appreciate and respect those of others.
Many of our members value civic education and engagement, but the Ladera Ranch Social Justice Committee does not endorse or campaign for specific political parties, candidates, or legislation. We encourage members who are interested in getting involved in local, regional, or national politics to connect with other local organizations designed for these purposes.
Note: The Ladera Ranch Social Justice Committee is recognized as a “club” by Ladera Ranch Community Services (LARCS). Section 1.6.2 of the LARCS Bylaws prohibits participation in political campaigns on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for political office; or in the support or opposition of any proposed political legislation, either directly or indirectly through its support or membership in any organization that engages in such activities.
Our current subcommittees focus on social and cultural events, children's activities & education, adult education, civic education, and social media & communication. For more information about any of these, or to get involved, please email us at LRSJCommittee@gmail.com
2020-2021 Steering Committee Members:
Amy Junge
Vanessa Santos
Johanna Trainer
Susan Saucedo
Noah Rodriguez
Susana Sarmiento
Anne Hughitt
2019-2020 Steering Committee Members:
Amy Junge
Vanessa Santos
Johanna Trainer
Susan Saucedo
Noah Rodriguez
Susana Sarmiento
Anne Hughitt
2018-2019 Steering Committee Members:
Johanna Trainer
Susan Saucedo
Noah Rodriguez
Susana Sarmiento
Lisa Meyers
Leanne Williams
Laila Contractor
2017-2018 Steering Committee Members:
Candice Carvalho
Laila Contractor
Alison Dover, Education Subcommittee
Dave Huxtable, Adult Education Subcommittee
Amy Ong Junge, Social Media & Communications
Vanessa Santos, Civic Education Subcommittee
Johanna Trainer, Adult Education Subcommittee
Leanne Williams
Founding Members
Sue Boardman
Shereen Rahming
Johanna Trainer
Leanne Willilams
Vanessa Santos
Amy Ong Junge
Dave Hustable
Alison Dover
Laila Contractor
Candice Carvalho
Past Members - Thank you for your service!
Sue Boardman (2016-17)
Jamie Jonsson (2016-17)
Shereen Rahming (2016-17)
