Today marked a significant milestone for the Fruitvale Transit Village as The Unity Council, in partnership with Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, the City of Oakland Department of Violence Prevention, local community-based organizations, and merchants, launched a one-of-a-kind satellite location to provide critical violence prevention, intervention, and healing services right in the heart of Fruitvale. This […]
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Celebrating 10 Years of Leadership with CEO Chris Iglesias
The Unity Council recently celebrated a remarkable milestone—10 years of visionary leadership with our incredible CEO, Chris Iglesias. To mark the occasion, we hosted an unforgettable evening aboard a boat, filled with heartfelt toasts, hilarious roasts, and plenty of laughter. The event was a joyful reflection on Chris’s decade-long journey, filled with stories of success, […]
An Unforgettable Hispanic Heritage Day at the Oakland Coliseum!
The Unity Council was honored to be recognized as the Non-Profit Organization of the Game at the Oakland A’s Hispanic Heritage Day celebration this past Saturday, September 21st. It was a memorable day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and cultural pride! Before the game, our team came together for a lively staff tailgate, where laughter filled […]
Not One More Girl: Empowering Youth to Reimagine Safety on BART
The #NotOneMoreGirl initiative is a powerful, community-driven movement that centers on girls and gender-expansive youth, working to reimagine safety for BART riders. Launched to address the pressing issues of sexual harassment and gender-based violence on BART, this groundbreaking, youth-driven campaign is now expanding with new strategies to foster a culture of safety and support for […]
Celebrating 25 Years of Community at Las Bougainvilleas Senior Housing
The Unity Council is thrilled to celebrate 25 years of vibrant living at Las Bougainvilleas Senior Housing! From the grand opening on April 15, 1998, to the unforgettable Fiesta-themed 25th Anniversary celebration on July 27, 2023, it has been an incredible journey filled with community, joy, and lasting memories. The original ribbon-cutting ceremony, led by […]
Celebrating Sergio: A Success Story from Our WIOA Youth Program
Meet Sergio, one of the inspiring participants in our WIOA Youth Program who has achieved incredible milestones during his one-year journey with us. With the guidance and support of his case manager, Sergio secured a placement at Civicorps, where he has excelled in the Environmental Management sector. Over the past year, Sergio’s hard work and […]
