The Urban Strategies Council is working to support our public systems and community partners to build a local, regional and statewide network of organizations and individuals committed to improving outcomes for Boys and Men of Color through policy advocacy and systems reform.

California Alliance for Boys and Men of Color

The Alliance for Boys and Men of Color includes change agents from across the state of California who are committed to improving the life chances of California's boys and young men of color. The Alliance includes youth, community organizations, foundations, and systems leaders from education, public health, law enforcement and economic development. The Alliance is active at the local and state levels, with a particular focus on Oakland, Los Angeles, and Fresno.

Oakland Alliance for Boys and Men of Color

The Boys and Men of Color work in Oakland is focused on convening Oakland and Alameda County public systems and non-profit leaders to develop their support and an action agenda for working together to achieve the goals of the Boys and Men of Color (BMoC) Initiative.