Since the early days of the COVID-19 Pandemic, Jalisa McCullough, a dedicated and experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner,...

GiGi Crowder is one of our most requested speakers for Mental Health Mondays.

Mental Health Mondays (MHMs) is the centerpiece of our Community-HOPE Program. 

The Directory serves as a comprehensive list of campus support programs designed for justice-involved students at both community colleges...

Fifteen years ago, Marie Miller started working for Urban Strategies as the assistant to our former CEO, Junious Williams.

The energy was high and the atmosphere filled with love and empowerment at “The African American Caregiver’s Forum...

For too long, a criminal record has been a wall between individuals and the transformative power of an education.

Meet John Jones, III, our Director of Programs.  A third generation East Oakland resident, and a father of three...

We're back in action! It's just a three-month stint for now. We'll be delving into the topic of taking care of your GoldMind. Register on...

The Directory serves as a comprehensive list of campus support programs designed for justice-involved students at both community colleges...

Click the link to learn more: https://www.oaklandca.gov/departments/violence-prevention

Introducing the BYD Book! The Black Youth Development Book is a directory of 200+ Black-led educational programs for youth in Oakland. It...

Kyles Temple AME Zion Church was 1 of 8 sites in the Bay Area that simultaneously provided free vaccinations, a food truck, and toys.

Behavioral Health Court of Alameda County

The directory contains valuable information for justice involved students, who plan on attending community college or already are a student.

Oakland launches civilian crisis response team to handle nonviolent mental health calls By Julian Glover Thursday, March 18, 2021...

The Urban Strategies Council seeks to advance both racial and economic equity for young men of color and to eliminate persistent poverty...

Since 1987 the Council has been leading the way with groundbreaking research and strong community partnerships. Some of our highlights are

The USC Fellowship is a career and leadership development program for individuals between the ages of 16-24. The program includes life...