UNITE-LA participated in the California African American Chamber of Commerce Summit where we connected with key partners and elected officials in discussions focused on closing racial gaps across the California economy and celebrating the tremendous contributions of African American businesses.

We are pleased to share that UNITE-LA has activated partnerships with new business organizations: the Los Angeles Business Council and the Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber of Commerce.

UNITE-LA is accepting applications for its 2024 college and career readiness volunteer and partner opportunities - both virtual and in-person options. An important part of UNITE-LA’s mission is to improve career and postsecondary outcomes for L.A.’s youth and young adults through college access; STEAM career pathway and workforce programs; and job/internship opportunities. Apply now!

UNITE-LA was honored to be invited to a holiday reception at Vice President Kamala Harris’ home. UNITE-LA President, Alysia Bell, had the pleasure of representing our team at the VP’s residence. UNITE-LA is a pledger to The White House’s Talent Pipeline Challenge, which includes our commitment to the triple bottom line of equity, economy and environment through signature efforts, including the LA Regional Cleantech Career Academy and LA DEAL.

In 2023, the Systems-Change team and UNITE-LA celebrated 15 years of the L.A. Compact, the launch of the L.A. Region K-16 Collaborative, the expansion of LAUSD’s Community Schools Initiative, progress toward the LA DEAL partnership’s vision to close persistent digital divides and so much more!

UNITE-LA hosted L.A. Cash for College Super Saturday events at Los Angeles Harbor College and West Los Angeles College last month. It was an ambitious undertaking that supported more than 1,400 students and their families in greater Los Angeles.

2024 is well underway, and we hope it is going wonderful for each of you! In case you missed it, UNITE-LA recently shared our 2023 Impact Report, a testament to the unwavering commitment of numerous partners to collectively foster positive change in the lives of Angelenos.

UNITE-LA recently published their “Fostering Statewide Prosperity Through California’s Opportunity Youth.”

As UNITE-LA launches into 2024 laser focused on equitable economic mobility through education and workforce development, we are energized by what we’re all collectively poised to achieve together. Our passionate and growing team is deeply supported by an incredible and dedicated board, which is also growing!

This month’s spotlight belongs to Microsoft! Through our partnership with Microsoft, our Programs, National Strategic Partnerships and Systems-Change teams work is supported by Microsoft Philanthropies led by Linda Nguyen, Community Engagement Lead, Los Angeles.

Thanks to Microsoft's leadership and their philanthropic investments, our team is empowered to do amazing work, leveraging industry expertise, technology tools, training, and resources to increase opportunities in technology for students and transform communities for families. Read more about the work Microsoft powers UNITE-LA to do!