Our Programs
PROGRAMS
What We Do
LA Conservation Corps unleashes the power of youth to make a positive impact on the community and the environment. Our programs provide mutual benefit for young adults seeking self-sufficiency, a community that needs services, and an environment that needs to be healed.
Intended Impact & Theory of Change
Who We Work With
14-26 year old diverse young adults in the Greater LA area from under resourced communities
Government & other community partners
What We Do
We unleash the power of young people by providing them targeted, industry-aligned workforce development services
WORK
Career training and work experience on environmental projects throughout LA
EDUCATION
Technical, academic, and life skills supports, inc. High School Diploma, Work Readiness & other industry-recognized certifications
DEVELOPMENT
Case management, supportive services, barrier removal, and transition services, inc. green jobs placement
We help build Los Angeles’ climate resiliency by engaging the Corps in environmental work projects across Los Angeles County
Habitat restoration, greening, parks & recreation development, recycling, cleanup, etc.
Education and exposure for Corpsmembers in climate action and environmental conservation
What We Seek to Achieve
Corpsmembers will:
- Secure well paid and career track employment through the Corps’ network of bridge employers
- Enroll in post-secondary education or advanced training, if needed
- Be skilled and passionate about improving their communities through climate action work
- Build the skills to become more responsible, accepting of others and confident through their own self-development
Los Angeles will:
Have restored local environments and preserved natural resources for future generations
Ultimate Social Goal
Young people will be self-reliant and have a sense of belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity that they will utilize to improve their life outcomes and improve their communities’ climate resiliency
Young Adult Corps
Learn how young adults are stepping up to build resilience in themselves and their communities.
Clean & Green
Partnering with the City of Los Angeles to provide first jobs to teens and improved quality of life to residents.
After School Program
Meeting the needs and aspirations of young students and their families.
Corpsmember Development
The Corps is more than a job. It is a home full of support and opportunities.