Sugar Sweetened Beverage Community Advisory Board

The Sugar Sweetened Beverage (SSB) Community Advisory Board advises the City Council and makes recommendations on how and to what extent the Council should establish and/or fund programs to prevent or reduce the health consequences of the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages in Oakland communities.

Join the SSB Advisory Board!

The Oakland Sugar Sweetened Beverage (SSB) Community Advisory Board is looking for passionate and dedicated new members! If you are an Oakland resident, consider applying if you meet any of the following criteria:

Parent of an OUSD Student: If you have a child enrolled in the Oakland Unified School District, your perspective and insights are invaluable to us.
Medical or Dental Professional: Use your expertise to help shape health initiatives and make a significant impact on our community’s well-being.
Nutrition Expert: Whether you are a dietitian, nutritionist, or work in the field of nutrition, your knowledge can guide effective programs to reduce SSB consumption.
Resident of Historically Impacted Areas: If you live in a part of Oakland that has been historically affected by the effects of consumption of sugary beverages, your voice is crucial in our efforts to create positive change.

Click here to apply and become a part of this important initiative to enhance the health of Oakland residents.

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Jan 10, 2025

Bay Area soda taxes don’t just affect sales. They help change people’s minds.

UC Berkeley researchers found that Bay Area soda taxes, combined with media attention, have significantly shifted social norms, reducing the acceptability of sugar-sweetened beverages and leading to lower consumption in several cities, including Oakland. This shift in public perception is seen as a powerful tool for improving public health, similar to the decline in smoking rates after tobacco taxes and education campaigns.

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Regular meeting dates for the SSB Advisory Board are usually on the second (2nd) Monday of each month via Zoom teleconference from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, unless otherwise noted.

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