One Town - One Team: Donation Drive for NC Families.

Pavilions Parking LOT: 989 Avenida Pico, San Clemente, CA 92673

Michael and Joyce Speakman are facilitating a donation drive for those in need from the Hurricane Helene emergency. Michael and Joyce are not only our valued PERK friends but also a dedicated supporter and the creative force behind our unique PERK wine line, which he produces through his esteemed company, Westerly Wines.

If you reside in Southern California, we invite you to come out and support Michael as he organizes a collection of donations this Sunday, October 13th, from 12 PM to 5 PM Pavilions in San Clemente, aimed at assisting those affected by the recent devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene. Your contributions will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need during this challenging time.

Please view the flyer and please share with friends and family in the area.

CVUSD Lawsuit to be Heard in the California Court of Appeal on Oct. 9th in Ventura County

Join Us in Protecting Parental Rights

Conejo Valley Unified School District Is Being Sued For Illegally Providing Minors With Inappropriate “Gender Affirming” Surveys, Medically and Age-Inappropriate Curriculum, Without Proper Parent Notification

DIVISION SIX Oral Argument, Wednesday, October 9, 2024 
 Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Calendar 1:30 p.m.     

On Friday, November 4th, 2022, plaintiffs Steven Schneider and Carrie Burgert, filed a lawsuit against Conejo Valley School District for declaratory and injunctive relief, and petition for writ of mandate against the unconstitutional and illegal actions of the district. The Plaintiffs are represented by Attorney John Howard and Attorney Scott J. Street of JW Howard/ Attorneys, Ltd.  

The complaint states the following

“The District has a clear and present duty to provide health/sex education that complies with California law. Instead, the District decided—in an arbitrary and irrational manner— to provide an education that is not age appropriate, medically accurate and free of bias. In so doing, it violated both its ministerial and discretionary duties.”

“These actions are unlawful. Schools have an obligation to teach health and sex education to kids. They do not have the right to teach kids about woke political issues that are, at best, medically unsettled and certainly not age appropriate. And, regardless of what school boards want to teach, they must respect the fundamental right that parents have to control their kids’ upbringing. Our children may be our future, but it is their parents’ right and responsibility to raise them.”

The Protection of the Educational Rights of Kids (PERK), is a non-partisan, non-profit that advocates for civil rights and freedoms, with particular focus on protecting children.  PERK protects parental rights and represents tens of thousands of parents and children across the state.  PERK is supporting this lawsuit, and many others, and released the following statement:

Transitioning a child’s gender, promoting gender affirming treatment, and sexually explicit curriculum to minors without parent’s knowledge or proper consent is illegal. School Districts are clearly violating the law by providing minors with inappropriate “gender affirming” surveys and “gender affirming treatments” while withholding this from parents.  These, so called, “Support Plans,” remove the most important and vital protection children have, the parent.  This issue is getting national attention as the practice is increasing to give children puberty blockers to alter their gender.

This is not an LGBTQ issue. This is about the children.  Children are minors.  They are not equipped to make decisions of this nature without their parents.  They should not be manipulated to make life altering medical treatments without their parents’ knowledge and consent.  These choices are for adults to make, not minors. This is also about parents being the sole protectors and guardian of their child’s body, development, and mind.

The fundamental questions to ask are this: “Do you believe the government and/or school should be able to transition what gender your child is using puberty blockers and gender reassignment surgeries disguised as “support plans” without parental knowledge or consent?” Do you believe a child is capable of making a body altering, health decision, and treatment that’s irreversible, with consequences beyond their capacity as minors to even comprehend?

“Appellants are not challenging any portions of the Education Code. They agree with the law’s requirement that sex ed curriculum be medically accurate, age appropriate, and free of bias. They just contend that the District’s curriculum does not satisfy those requirements and, thus, that the District is not giving students the sex education the law requires.”

PERK Discusses Decentralized AI, Data Rights, and Privacy

PERK’s own Amy Bohn joined a group of digital data experts on the OG Podcast. Amy was able to relay the importance of creating guardrails through legislation that will protect our kids' digital and bio-metric data from being harvested, stored and sold without the consent or knowledge of parents. Our kids are being targeted online, while gaming and even at school with every step we take closer to completely paperless learning. Data Hive is at the forefront of creating a way to own your own data so it can't be consolidated and traded. We believe that data rights are human rights. Listen to the many developments in AI, block chain, Web 3 both for your protection, safety and knowledge on the podcast. 

Watch experts Ray (DataHive), Michael (0G), Ali (Movement Labs), and Amy (PERK) share their insights into the future of decentralized AI, data rights, and blockchain technology. Explore how decentralized systems are reshaping the digital landscape, giving users control over their data, and transforming industries like finance, commerce, and gaming. The conversation delves into the current problems with the surveillance-based data economy, where personal information is collected and used without consent, and how decentralized solutions offer a new paradigm. Learn about the importance of data privacy, transparency, and the ethical use of data in a world increasingly driven by AI and digital platforms. Our guests explain how individuals can take ownership of their data assets and benefit from the growing value of user-controlled data, moving away from the centralized data monopolies of the past. The discussion also touches on the evolving role of decentralized finance (DeFi), on-chain gaming, and digital identity management, showing how decentralized AI and data ownership are unlocking new opportunities for users. Whether it's accessing loans, trading in-game assets, or creating personalized AI services, user-owned data is becoming a valuable asset in the new Web3 economy. Partnerships between DataHive, 0G, and Movement Labs are at the forefront of these innovations, building infrastructure that supports decentralized AI and empowers users with control over their personal information.

What You’ll Learn:

● How decentralized AI and data ownership are transforming industries from finance to gaming.

● The importance of data privacy, transparency, and ethical standards in the AI-driven digital economy.

● How partnerships between DataHive, 0G, and Movement Labs are driving innovation in decentralized applications (DApps) and AI-powered services.

● The future of decentralized commerce, DeFi, and on-chain gaming in a user-owned data ecosystem.

● The growing role of cryptocurrency in decentralized AI applications and data monetization.

This conversation is a must-watch for anyone interested in AI, blockchain, data privacy, and the future of decentralized technology. The guests provide a clear vision for how decentralized systems can reshape the digital world, giving individuals control over their data and creating a more equitable and transparent digital economy. Chapters 02:00 Mission of DataHive 05:07 The Current State of Data Privacy and the Surveillance-Based Data Economy 17:43 The Value and Impact of Consent 22:39 The Opportunities and Utilities of Data Assets in Decentralized Systems 26:31 Towards a Paradigm Shift: User Ownership of Data in the Digital Economy 26:59 Building the Foundation: Infrastructure and Tools for Data Ownership and Control 27:25 Driving Decentralized Data Ownership: Partnerships with 0G and Movement Labs 28:29 Enabling User-Owned AI: 0G's Contribution to Data Privacy and Security 30:22 Bringing Data to the On-Chain World: Movement Labs' Role in DApps and DeFi 38:22 Advancing Decentralized AI and Data Ownership: Collaboration and Future Steps

Support Alexis Lorenze! Warning graphic images.

PERK’s supports and sends prayers to Alexis and her family during this horrific time in their lives. Twenty-three-year-old Alexis Lorenze is currently battling a life-threatening health crisis after experiencing a severe reaction to vaccines administered at UCI Medical Center in Orange, California. Diagnosed with Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) in January, she received 3 vaccines as part of a "mandatory" condition for continued treatment. She experienced temporary blindness, jaw lock, vomiting, and her skin began turning purple, eventually spreading across much of her body. She is continuing to fight for her life in the ICU.  Please consider donating to Alexis Lorenze's Medical Expenses.

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*PERK is not receiving these funds, the link below goes directly to Alexis Lorenze Medical fund created by the The Kirsh Foundation. There have been many phony donation links circulated using Alexis’ situation to scam people. This is the authentic donation link.

Alexis has a long road of recovery ahead of her.  Alexis is getting a little better every day. And her skin is beginning to heal. She is still in the hospital. If you would like to help, please consider buying them a meal.

https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/oykvqn

*This is not a fundraiser for Alexis--this is solely a meal train to nourish Alexis, her dad, her sister, Samantha and Nurse Angela. If you can buy them a meal via a gift card, please do so and Mia will deliver it to the family. Thank you for helping this family. If you pray, please keep Alexis in your prayers.

Because PERK’s mission includes Medical Freedom, this particular story serves as a clear exemplification of a significant lack of informed consent, as well as highlighting the pressing and critical need for comprehensive vaccine policy reform. The voices of those who have suffered from vaccine injuries have been ignored for far too long, and it is imperative that we bring attention to their experiences. The education provided to doctors regarding vaccine injury is notably lacking, and many vaccine injuries remain under-reported. Therefore, we must make every effort to do our part in this important fight for awareness, accountability, and policy change.

October PERK Advocacy Update

By Darrlene Alquiza - Advocacy Director for PERK Advocacy

September 30th marked the Governor's final day to either pass bills with his signature or to veto those that were presented to him, effectively completing the legislative cycle. Throughout the year, PERK Advocacy took active and engaged positions of support or opposition on approximately 55 different bills in 2024. Among these, there were a total of 39 bills that we supported which successfully advanced to the second house for further consideration. Out of this group, an impressive 27 bills ultimately passed through the legislative process and were officially signed into law!

There were 5 bills that we opposed this year, and 3 of them did not pass. AB1955 was the gut and amend bill about schools developing parent notification policies regarding sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression that rushed through the legislature and was Chaptered soon thereafter.

AB1825 regarding libraries was a concern, but an amendment was made in our favor to remove language pertaining to school libraries. AB734 is the tackle football bill that died early on in the legislative process. 

PERK Advocacy submitted 2 letters to the governor asking for a veto, and they were granted: SB907 regarding making changes to the Orange County Board of Education and SB2442 regarding expediting licensing for doctors who would provide gender affirming care were vetoed.

Thank you to all of the members and followers who participated in our campaigns and voiced your support and concerns to your state representatives. Your voice matters.