Kollab Youth Workforce Development Program

06/15/2026

Emotional intelligence is important because it helps people understand and manage their own emotions while effectively navigating relationships, leading to better communication, decision-making, and overall well-being.

06/10/2026

Our Summer Academy is now open for enrollment, with limited spots available and programs beginning July 14th. Designed to engage and inspire youth, the academy offers hands-on learning, skill-building opportunities, and meaningful connections with peers and mentors. We encourage early registration to secure a place in this high-impact summer experience.

06/09/2026

Meta is launching America’s Workforce Academy (AWA): a nationwide, unprecedented fast-track to a long-term career in a skilled trade, powered by an initial $115 million first year investment.
A cost-free program that supports all participants while they learn and then guarantees a job for all graduates.
Graduates earn both the industry-recognized National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) credential and an America’s Workforce Certificate, both designed to travel with the worker across employers and industry sectors.

Meta is launching America’s Workforce Academy (AWA), nationwide a program designed to fast-track participants to long-term careers in skilled trades.

06/08/2026

Resources for families

06/03/2026

Kollab Youth Summer Academy enrollment is now open. This dynamic program equips young people with the tools they need to succeed through hands-on career exploration, skill building, and real-world learning experiences. Participants gain exposure to a wide range of pathways, including careers that do not require a traditional college degree, while building confidence, communication, and leadership skills.
Through mentorship, college and career readiness workshops, and meaningful industry connections, students leave prepared to make informed decisions about their future. Spaces are limited, secure your spot today and invest in the next generation of leaders.

05/29/2026

Free Snacks
The LA County Department of Parks and Recreation, in partnership with LA County Library, offers the free nutritious meals and snacks to children 18 and under.

05/28/2026

Build your future this summer with Kollab Youth! Our Summer Career Academy is designed to help young people ages 14-19 explore careers, build leadership skills, connect with mentors, and prepare for college and employment opportunities. From industry certifications to field trips and apprenticeships, this is more than a program — it’s a pathway to your future success!

05/27/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re reminding young people that their well-being matters just as much as their future goals. At Kollab Youth, we create spaces where youth feel seen, supported, and empowered through mentorship, social-emotional learning, and real-life coping strategies that help them thrive in school, work, and everyday life. By normalizing conversations around mental health, we can reduce stigma, build resilience, and strengthen community — together. Learn more about our programs and mission.

05/26/2026

LA VOICES: Voices of Asia
Sunday, May 31 | 4:00 PM
Celebrate the vibrant rhythms and rich traditions of LA’s Asian communities with a joyous, FREE, family-friendly concert filled with music and movement. Timed to AAPI Heritage Month, Voices of Asia includes a piece by Emmy Award–winning Chinese American composer Nathan Wang and the world premiere of a new work by Daroo Lee, commissioned by Vibra Voce. LA VOICES invites audiences of all ages to come together, connect, and be inspired through the universal language of music—made possible in part by the generous support of Visionary Women.

May 31, 2026

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸 Remember and Honor