Alliance for a Better Community
Advancing social, economic, racial equity and justice for the Latino community and the Los Angeles region through power building and policy advocacy.
Our community came together for our Latino/a Heritage Month celebration that honored individuals and organizations that have left an indelible mark on our community including, Gloria Molina, Monica Garcia, Asm. Wendy Carrillo, and SEIU Local 99. We were delighted to have LA Unified School Board Members Kelly Gonez and Tanya Ortiz Franklin in conversation with […]
Join us for the first Zócalo of 2024 to discuss Green Schools and launch our report on green spaces in LA Unified. The report titled "Protecting Students and Our Changing Climate: Equitable Strategies for Addressing Green Schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District" explores the profound impact of green spaces on the well-being of […]
Join us as the SELA Votes! Initiative partners with Telemundo/NBC to host a watch party for the US Senate Candidate Forum in Southeast Los Angeles. We are excited to bring together partner organizations such as SELA Collaborative, AltaMed, COFEM, Latino Equality Alliance, Southeast Community Development Corporation, NewStart Housing, and the Pat Brown Institute. Your presence will make this gathering […]
Our SELA Votes! promotoras/promotores canvassed across Southeast Los Angeles for the 2024 primary elections, and now it’s time to celebrate their hard work! Let’s come together to honor their dedication and commitment to empowering Latino/as voters in Los Angeles. About SELA Votes! The SELA Votes! Initiative is a peer-to-peer voter outreach program engaging Latino/a voters […]
Join us for our Zócalo to discuss the Housing Crisis in Los Angeles County and its impact on the Latino/a community. As rents soar and affordable options dwindle, many families face displacement, while the unhoused community struggles to access resources. Expert speakers will explore systemic challenges, offer potential solutions, and advocate for equitable housing policies. […]
Join us on virtually on Tuesday, June 12th for our Consortium Convening. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn from other advocates, researchers, educators, and community organizers. Mark your calendars and register below! If you have any questions, please reach out to Jennifer Cano, Senior Manager of Policy & Advocacy at jennifer@afabc.org.
Join us in person on Wednesday, September 11th for our Consortium Convening at Los Angeles Trade-Technical College! This Convening will be focused on highlighting the value of multilingualism and the role that educators and parents play in the educational experience of multilingual learners. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn from other advocates, researchers, […]
Let’s come together to celebrate the cultural heritage and contributions of the Latina/o community. We are excited to host our second annual Latina/o Heritage Month Celebration at Grand Performances at California Plaza in Downtown LA. With the upcoming general elections poised to significantly impact our communities, this year’s theme, Strengthening the Latina/o Vote, serves as both […]
Celebrating Multilingual Education Celebrate the power of multilingual education and the opportunities it brings to our school communities! Join us as we recognize exemplary public schools and leaders accelerating multilingual education across LA County. This is your chance to connect with educators, advocates, and local leaders who are creating equitable educational opportunities for multilingual learners. Purchase […]
Join us in person on Tuesday, June 17th for our Consortium Convening! This convening's theme centers on building cultural competency through a multilingual workforce. Hear directly from healthcare organizations as they share pathways and opportunities available for multilingual learners in the field. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn from other advocates, researchers, educators, […]
Join us for ABC’s 25th Anniversary Conference & Reception! This year marks a major milestone – 25 years of Alliance for a Better Community (ABC) driving transformative change for Latina/o communities across Los Angeles. We are commemorating this legacy with a powerful two-part event: The State of Latinas/os in Los Angeles County Conference on September 17th, followed […]
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