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11/13/2025

For Trans Awareness Week, we affirm that visibility must be met with systemic transformation. Our vision is a future-proof economy where all people can learn, earn, lead, and thrive—and that can only happen when we actively dismantle the barriers faced by the Trans community. We strive to build inclusive ecosystems that provide opportunity pathways, where young adults can feel safe, respected, and successful. This week, we honor the lives and resilience of the Trans community and recommit to the ongoing work of equity in our education, workforce, and economic systems.

Join us in creating a more equitable future.

Take a moment to learn about the history and meaning of this week.

10/14/2025

The future of Los Angeles County is for you to shape. The Los Angeles Economic Empowerment Alliance (LAEEA) empowers you to co-create a more just, thriving, and inclusive economy. By centering our mission around young people, we actively listen to their lived experiences and transform them into a powerful force for change through the Economic Empowerment Agenda. Together, we’re not just anticipating tomorrow but actively designing it today!
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10/13/2025

On Indigenous Peoples' Day, we honor the history and resilience of Indigenous communities. Their contributions to our economy and culture are significant. At LeadersUp, we are committed to empowering BIPOC young adults through the practice of Transformative Solidarity. This powerful framework reminds us that our struggles are interconnected. It goes beyond simple assistance, showing that genuine freedom and success can only be realized when we elevate each other together.

Find out how you can uplift these young voices by visiting LeadersUp.org

10/01/2025

This Latiné Heritage Month, we honor and stand in solidarity with the Latiné community, celebrating its remarkable contributions and achievements. We recognize the resilience and power within this community that drives innovation and fosters a more equitable world.

At LeadersUp, we are dedicated to uplifting BIPOC young adults through the practice of Transformative Solidarity. This framework encourages us to realize that the struggles of others are intertwined with our own. It transcends mere assistance and emphasizes that true freedom and success can only be achieved when all are lifted together.

06/17/2024

✨ Happy Black Music Month! ✨🎶

This month, we celebrate the soul and power of Black music. From hip-hop to jazz, gospel to R&B, our music tells stories of struggle, joy, and resilience.

Honor the legends, uplift new voices, and keep the spirit alive. 🎤❤️🖤💚

06/07/2024

We're kicking off June highlighting the and featuring some of this month's most exciting events, including and more!

06/06/2024

“Let’s be clear: if your vision isn’t encountering resistance, it’s not bold enough. Radical imagination demands that we dream so expansively that it challenges the status quo. To build a just and more inclusive economy, we must wholeheartedly embrace the bold visions and priorities of the next generation."

📣 THANK YOU to Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas () and Miguel Santana () for being our Champions of Economic Equity and Empowerment.

📣 We also wanted to extend a special THANK YOU to all of our amazing sponsors who have supported our work to broaden access to economic opportunity by catalyzing inclusive ecosystems and centering the voices of BIPOC young adults!

06/06/2024

Meet Lauren Ly, a student at the University of Redlands. Lauren is currently pursuing a dual degree in computer science and business with a goal of becoming an aspiring UX/UI designer.

Meet Lauren Ly, a student at the University of Redlands. Lauren is currently pursuing a dual degree in computer science and business with a goal of becoming an aspiring UX/UI designer. Follow Lauren’s journey over the next 10 weeks as she shares new experiences, moments of growth and development, ...

06/03/2024

Celebrating 10 years of Unleashing Equity in the LA county with this amazing team of individuals 🎉 Thank you to all those who have supported us and invested in our mission over the years.

05/22/2024

Last week, LeadersUp convened stakeholders from across Los Angeles for the final event of our Equity Unleashed series - an inspiring gathering focused on expanding apprenticeship pathways to create an inclusive, anti-racist economy that empowers BIPOC young adults.

Check out the full recap here: https://bit.ly/3URlG2P

An inspiring gathering focused on expanding apprenticeship pathways to create an inclusive, anti-racist economy.

05/07/2024

Celebrating the vibrant cultures, invaluable contributions, and leaders of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander communities, shaping a more inclusive future this month! 🌺🎉

Mabel Ping-Hua Lee was a Chinese-American women's rights activist and minister who campaigned for women's suffrage in the United States.

Philip Vera Cruz's was a principled labor organizer and fierce advocate for the Filipino people. His activism brought attention to the plight of migrant farm workers, their needs for better working conditions, and improved working conditions for thousands of workers.

Yuri Kochiyama’s civil rights work extended to the causes impacting Black, Latinx, and Indigenous Peoples, as well as Asian American communities, as her and her husband hosted weekly open houses for civil rights activists in their apartment. Yuri was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for her heroic efforts against imperialism and racism.

Let's honor them today!