Michael lived a life of many achievements. The Oakland resident served in the U.S. Navy, graduated from UC Berkeley with his Master’s degree, and held successful careers in the banking and tech industries. But after experiencing chronic health issues, Michael, 60, was unable to work full-time. His health didn’t stop his ambition; he used this […]
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The Unity Council Youth Participate in the Not One More Girl Campaign to Promote Gender-based Safety on Public Transit
In April The Unity Council’s Latinx Mentoring & Achievement (LMA) program, BART, the Alliance for Girls, Betti Ono, and Black Girls Brilliance, launched the Not One More Girl Campaign against violence on public transit for female-identified and gender expansive youth. Throughout the month of April, campaign leaders and local youth hosted activations throughout Oakland to […]
From Radical Imagination to Solidarity in Action
Watch a critical conversation co-hosted by the African American and Latino Alliance and The Unity Council as we celebrate five years of Black-Brown unity and honor Cesar Chavez’s life. Closing remarks provided by Chief Executive Officer Chris Iglesias. Participants & Hosts: Andrew Park, TRYBE Nehanda Imara, Black Cultural ZoneGreg Hodge & Brotherhood of Elders Network […]
Are you looking for a job? We can help!
Do not stress about the resume, job search, and interview. The Unity Council’s Fruitvale Neighborhood Career Center can help you search and apply for a job! How?: Virtual Job Readiness Workshops When? Ongoing – click on the sign-up button below to see the schedule Workshops topics include: Job Search Resumes Networking and Elevator Pitches Interviewing […]
Our Team Strengthens Head Start’s Workforce Development Initiatives
In October 2020, Children & Family Services welcomed a Professional Development Coordinator to strengthen the program’s workforce development program. A new role for the department, the Professional Development Coordinator oversees curriculum development, professional development, and new staff training at seven Head Start sites. The Coordinator provides individualized coaching and training for Head Start educators using a curriculum that reflects the cultural values and diversity of the families served while ensuring school readiness goals are successfully met. The […]
COVID-19 Videos in Mam
Resources and Services: COVID-19 – Mam The Unity Council Resources COVID-19 Symptoms: Corona Virus: En Maya Mam y Español Isolation and Quarantine Information: COVID-19 MAM – What Does PHD Do COVID-19 MAM – Preventing COVID-19 COVID-19 MAM – Shelter In Place Isolation vs. Quarantine Self-Care: LENGUAGE MAM COVID 19 COVID-19 MAM – Masks vs Face […]
