Empathy to Agency: Understanding the Roles of City Leadership
Join your neighbors for the 2025 Redwood Heights Association (RHA) Annual Meeting, where this year’s program is designed to help our community move from empathy to agency—building a deeper understanding of city leadership and discovering how we can take more informed, meaningful action together.
Each year, the RHA Annual Meeting brings us together to explore issues that matter to our community and city. This year, we’re shining a light on how local government functions, with a focus on the connection between oversight and policy-making.
This year’s program features a joint community conversation with:
Why This Conversation Matters
This year’s theme, “Empathy to Agency,” is a call to action. When we understand how our city works—and the roles of those who serve it—we become more than observers; we become advocates. Instead of feeling stuck or shut out, we can find pathways to participate, collaborate, and push for the changes we want to see.
This conversation is about more than process—it’s about trust, transparency, and empowerment. Whether you’re new to civic topics or deeply involved, this session will offer insights, real-world examples, and tools to help you feel more connected and confident in your role as a community member.
The RHA Annual Meeting is a space for everyone in the community—longtime residents, new neighbors, and all who care about building a stronger, more connected Oakland.
Celebrating 10 Years of Community Connection
This year also marks a special milestone—10 years of the Redwood Heights Association! Since our founding, we’ve worked to bring neighbors together, improve our local park, and strengthen our voice in the city.
We’ll take a moment during the Annual Meeting to reflect on how far we’ve come—and invite you to be part of what’s next.
If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, now’s the time to join us and learn more about our growing board and volunteer opportunities.
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Annual Meeting Details
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM Social | 7:00 PM Meeting
Location: Redwood Heights Recreation Center, 3883 Aliso Ave, Oakland
Doors open at 6:30 PM for light food and informal mingling with neighbors. The program begins promptly at 7:00 PM.
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We regularly share highlights, photos, and recaps of our past community events on our Past Events blog. It’s a great way to see what we’ve done — and what you might want to join next time!
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