Shaina (Shana) Sheely
Producer and host of the KQED Snap Studios series A Tiny Plot who reported on and followed the Union Point Park encampment and its residents for the series.
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Oct 19, 2025 • 23min
A Tiny Plot to Call Home
Shaina Sheely, a producer for Snap Judgment, shares her compelling experiences documenting a year-long story of the Union Point Park encampment in Oakland. She reveals the residents' fierce fight against city clearings, turning a tent city into a community oasis. Shaina discusses their unique co-governance model, granting autonomy over their living conditions, and the emotional factors influencing their placement choices. Through it all, Shaina highlights the resilience and unity of the people as they navigate the complexities of homelessness.
