Building Justice

Exploring critical issues to create a healthier and more just world.

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Building Justice originates from Sacramento States Center on Race, Immigration and Social Justice. (CRISJ). The podcast explores critical issues affecting our communities with the hope of creating a healthier and more just world. The ongoing conversations between the Sacramento State community and regional partners aim to spark understandings, empathies, and motivation to join the struggle for a better future for all. For more information about CRISJ, go to www.csus.edu/crisj/buildingjustice. Thanks Underdog Music for creating our podcast music.
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Episode 11: No Strings Attached: Guaranteed Income Initiatives in Sacramento and Beyond
Episode 11
Thursday, 23 October, 2025

In this episode of Building Justice, hosts Dr. Susanna Curry and Dr. Arturo Baiocchi from Sacramento State’s School of Social Work are joined by Dr. Ethan Evans to explore the concept and impact of Guaranteed Income programs. The conversation highlights the differences between guaranteed and universal basic income, the effects of providing unconditional cash payments to individuals and families, and local initiatives led by United Way in Sacramento. Dr. Evans discusses research findings from an evaluation of the local initiative and reflects on the potential of these programs to reshape social services and economic equity.