SPEAKER: Vincent Medina and Louis Trevino,
Ohlone Cultural Diplomats
Mr. Vincent Medina and Mr. Louis Trevino are Ohlone people dedicated to sustaining the traditional Ohlone culture that flourished in this region for thousands of years. Deeply proud of their Indigenous identities, they are leaders in revitalizing the Ohlone languages.
They founded mak-‘amham/Café Ohlone, a cultural institution and restaurant that educates Ohlone and non-Ohlone people about Ohlone culture.
As Rossmoor stands on ancestral Ohlone land—historically known as Saklan— Mr. Medina and Mr. Trevino are pleased to share their heritage with the Rossmoor community. Guided by the wisdom of their elders, they carry forward the vital work of nurturing and expanding Ohlone culture for future generations.