Resources

LE works with and recommends organizations (below) and programs throughout the community that support our goal to educate and support young people by addressing basic needs such as food, housing, education, etc., as they strive for personal growth and change. We also recommend books, videos, CDs, and other materials for children and youth that offer information, skill development, and advice that promote and advance our principles.

Black Youth Wellness Resources

Education

Eastside Arts Alliance

The Mentoring Center

Alameda County Office of Education

Oakland Public Library Resources for Teens

Health

Family Justice Center

Crisis Response and Support Network

Healthy Oakland

Project ReConnect – Parenting Groups on Gang Awareness

M.I.S.S.S.E.Y., Inc

Anger Management Institute

Urban Male Health Center, Men’s Resource Guide (PDF)

Mo' Better Foods

Jobs

Youth Employment Partnership

America Works

Bay Area Video Coalition

Workforce Investment Board

Youth Radio Downtown Oakland Area

Mayors Summer Jobs Program

Pivotal Point Youth Services

Housing

City of Oakland Homeless and Hunger Centers

City of Berkeley Homeless Services

Covenant House