The vision of DRUUMM CALIFORNIA is to uplift, amplify and center BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Unitarian Universalists, through cultivating a network of regional retreats within the three main regions of the state: the Bay Area, Central Valley and Southern California. We dismantle white supremacy culture by centering the stories, lived experiences, and spiritual traditions of BIPOC UUs.
Fall Retreat 2026 Finding Our Path Toward Collective Liberation
Join DRUUMM California on Saturday, October 10, 2026 for a day of connection, reflection, and movement-building with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Unitarian Universalists, friends, and allies from across California.
Gathering online and in person at First Unitarian Church of San Jose and First UU Church of San Diego, we’ll explore what collective liberation asks of us in our congregations, justice movements, and relationships with one another.
A keynote address and panel discussion led by Jewell Famaaligi will examine why movements can stall, why congregations sometimes struggle to do hard things, and how each of us can help build the Beloved Community we seek. Panelists include Antoinette Hollamon, Valeria Aguilar, and Angela Oh, bringing perspectives from UU justice organizing, congregational social justice work, civil rights, and community leadership.
Saturday, October 10 | 9 AM–4 PM
Online + San Jose + San Diego
Palestine Solidarity Action follows at 5 PM
Register: https://tinyurl.com/dcaFall2026
Come connect, deepen relationships, and help strengthen a more courageous and liberatory UU community across California.
DCA 2025 Annual Report — Progress, Performance, and Purpose
In 2025, steady progress took shape through intention, collaboration, and shared purpose. Over the past year, DCA moved forward not just through milestones and metrics, but through the collective efforts of members, leaders, and partners committed to strengthening the future of the industry. Each initiative, conversation, and decision built upon the foundation laid by years before—guided by a vision that values accountability, growth, and community.
Throughout the year, DCA focused on deepening connections, responding to evolving industry challenges, and investing in initiatives that support long-term sustainability. From strategic planning and organizational development to financial stewardship and member engagement, 2025 reflected a commitment to doing the work thoughtfully and transparently. These efforts were shaped by listening, learning, and adapting—ensuring that progress remained aligned with the needs of the community DCA serves. This Annual Report captures more than outcomes; it reflects a year marked by collaboration and resilience. It highlights moments of reflection, lessons learned, and forward movement, offering insight into how DCA continues to grow with purpose. We invite you to explore the full DCA 2025 Annual Report at http://bit.ly/DCAREPORT2025
Rev Kevin Alan Mann
DRUUMM California Community Consulting Minister
REV KEV (he/him/siyá) was ordained by the First Unitarian Church of Oakland on October 1st, 2023, the first day of both Filipino American and LGBTQ History Months.
He serves as an End-of-Life Chaplain at Sequoia Hospice, as a Faculty Advisor at Starr King School for the Ministry, and as a Consultant for Partnership with UU Church of the Philippines.
Rev Kev founded the California chapter of DRUUMM (Diverse Revolutionary UU Multicultural Ministries), the statewide regional UU BIPOC network hosting rotating quarterly retreats. His ministry is rooted in a vision of Collective Liberation where none of us are free until all of us are free.
Email:
Phone:
Mailing Address: