UNITE-LA

Calling community college students! Further develop your skills in design, engineering, storytelling or augmented reality with the support of Snap team members through Snap Academies! This nine-week, summer program, hosted by Snap Inc. will give you the opportunity to help you build skills, gain mentorship and expand your network while working to prepare for a future tech career! Don’t miss out! Learn more today: https://lnkd.in/dNdGtZa5

“DOE closures and cuts are devastating for students – especially those with barriers to high-mobility careers. Education, workforce development and economic development are three legs of the same stool. Our youth are the rising workforce. Education is a lifeline, not a budget line.” – Alysia Bell, UNITE-LA President: https://bit.ly/3DwRNjK

???Language diversity is a strength. Business leaders, educators, and policymakers know multilingualism is a strategic advantage. Instead of barriers, we need policies that equip students and workers with the skills to succeed in a global economy. UNITE-LA remains committed to advocating for policies that uplift and support Dual/English language learners. Read more from our partners at SEAL (Sobrato Early Academic Language): https://lnkd.in/g4HD5sEW

?? March into opportunity with UNITE-LA’s Programs newsletter! Stay in the know about free programs, resources and career prep opportunities designed to help youth and young adults thrive. Plus, get access to our Wraparound Service Resource Guide, connecting you to essential services like mental health support, housing assistance, transportation and more. Take the next step toward your future today: https://bit.ly/41p0Vio

Dear Community Members and Partners: We are inviting professionals to participate in our annual mock interview event at Esteban Torres High School where HS students are provided a chance to demonstrate interview skills as they prepare to pursue internship and job opportunities in the summer. If you'd like to volunteer to be an interviewer to help prepare high school students for summer internship interviews, we'd welcome your positive spirit and expertise. Event details: Esteban Torres High School 211 Dozier St, Los Angeles, CA 90063 Friday, March 14 ; 8:30am-12pm (in person) Register at: www.bit.ly/4g2hre6 Volunteers would conduct mock interviews with pre-determined questions and offer feedback. Students will have already completed a resume and job application and will be dressed professionally for the interview. We greatly need and appreciate adult feedback to give students context of the professional work world hiring process. All volunteers will receive a brief orientation on the interview scoring rubric.

Unlock the potential of apprenticeships for your nonprofit! Join us on March 12 to explore key strategies for attracting sector-based apprentices and setting them up for long-term success. Don't miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and best practices! Register today: https://bit.ly/43lY64j #Nonprofit #Apprenticeship #YouthApprenticeships #EarnWhileYouLearn #FutureReady #CareerPathways #SkillsForSuccess #WorkforceDevelopment #TradesMatter #LearnAndEarn #ApprenticeLife #BuildYourFuture

Enhance your technical skills with the 2025 Snap Academies! This nine-week, paid experience for community college students and recent transfers will allow you to gain hands-on training, mentorship and real-world project experience in design, engineering, marketing and augmented reality. Learn more at the info session on March 5: bit.ly/4ihoAIm

“Governor Newsom’s leadership drives California’s progress and elevates the triple bottom line: economy, equity, and environment. UNITE-LA, a nonprofit intermediary committed to equitable economic mobility, applauds the state’s continued investment in innovation and regional collaboration, essential for Los Angeles’ wildfire recovery.” – UNITE-LA President, Alysia Bell. Read more: https://bit.ly/41CIacs

We are proud to share our 2024 Impact Report, which highlights the incredible work UNITE-LA has done to create meaningful change in Los Angeles and beyond. With the help of our partners, we worked to improve equitable mobility and well-being through strengthened systems, policies and high-quality education and career pathways. We extend our deepest gratitude to our co-founders the City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Community College District and Los Angeles Unified School District Check out the full report to see the impact we’ve made in 2024! https://bit.ly/41ku7Xw

UNITE-LA was honored to meet with Gov. Gavin Newsom and his team during Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC)'s Economic Summit - led by President & CEO of LAEDC & UNITE-LA board member, Stephen Cheung. ULA expresses gratitude for the governor's continued state investments that support regional collaboration for equitable economic development.