LEADING A MOVEMENT

We support economic growth using a regions-up approach, stewarding state resources, and building resilience in the face of a changing climate

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Together we can build the California our communities and regions deserve.
One where each of us have an opportunity to prosper regardless of who we are or where we live.
And one where our children and future generations can thrive.

NEWS & INSIGHTS

The Right Tool at the Right Time: CRDs vs. DRDs — What Every California Community Should Know
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California Forward (CA FWD) and Resilient Cities Catalyst (RCC) are turning Climate Resilience Districts (CRD) from statute into practice through the Resilience District Incubator (Incubator) project.

A Key Step Toward Institutionalizing Regions-Up: California’s proposed Office of Regional Economic Development Initiatives
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CA FWD supports the the Governor and Legislature for establishing the “Office of Regional Economic Development Initiatives” (REDI) within the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz).

Fresno Regions Up Convening May 2026
What We Heard Across California: Takeaways from the Regions Up Convenings
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This past year, CA FWD facilitated discussions with partners across the state to develop key policy recommendations for the new governor and legislature aimed at creating a more resilient, regions-up economic model in California.

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California Stewardship Network convenes in downtown Fresno for first Exchange of year
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Members of the California Stewardship Network (CSN) gathered in downtown Fresno on May 13-15 to learn more about initiatives in the central San Joaquin Valley and exchange ideas and information around mutual priorities.