LeadersUp Celebrates 10 Years Of Economic Inclusion And Workforce Development
Summary
Reflecting on this journey, Jeffery Wallace stated, "The past decade has shown us the incredible power of purpose and partnership. The evenings success was supported by partners including Brotherhood Crusade, FOX Studios, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), Los Angeles Urban League, Mosaic Genius, Paramount Studios, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, California Community Foundation, and Clark Construction.Built on pillars of rigorous insight, informed experimentation, and radical imagination, LeadersUp aims to change how America works by prioritising the voices of BIPOC young adults. "As LeadersUp looks ahead to its next decade, it remains steadfast in its mission to prioritise the voices of BIPOC young adults. By empowering them, LeadersUp aims to cultivate a more inclusive economy for everyone.Founded in 2013 to tackle high youth unemployment in America, LeadersUp bridges the divide between the untapped potential of at-risk young adults of colour and businesses challenges in finding and keeping talent. The nonprofit recognises barriers for diverse young adults who are most adversely impacted by labour market distress, particularly during COVID-19.Through advocacy and professional development tools, LeadersUp helps employers transform their diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies into highly inclusive business practices.