The Coalition for Engaged Education empowers youth impacted by the justice and foster care systems. With compassionate social support, education, and advocacy for systemic change, we serve young people as they develop positive, self-sustaining lives.

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EDUCATION. EMPLOYMENT. POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS. SELF-ADVOCACY. ARTS. OPPORTUNITY.

The Coalition for Engaged Education is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that uses individualized mobile case management as well as group activities to empower system-impacted youth, ages 14-24, to transition into stable, fulfilling lives.

We believe that by providing guidance and assistance to these youth gives them the opportunity to pursue their goals, increase their chances of success, and decrease the risk of recidivism. Since 1995, the Coalition has helped thousands of youth achieve their academic and career goals; as well as realize their full human potential.

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"I think mentoring helps a lot. You can get a different perspective or different view or different thinking overall. You know, just having that extra support or someone that you connect to, someone that you could talk to when you need to or when you feel like giving up."
-Arnold C., C/HOPE alumni

Our C/HOPE program for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated youth has successfully redirected many of our students into independent schools, colleges, and/or the main stream workforce and has significantly reduced the recidivism rate as compared with county rates.

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Our C/FORWARD program supports foster youth to complete high school and higher education.

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Since 1994 the Coalition has been dedicated to creating pathways out of the cycle of poverty and recidivism for transitional aged youth. Over the past 3 decades, we've proudly helped over 3900 young people build brighter futures, offering them the tools, support and opportunities to thrive. This anniversary marks not just a celebration of our organizations achievements but a testament to the resilience and potential of the youth we serve. So congrats to US for making it to 30 years! #anniversary #30years #keepmovingforward

The message from Rosa Parks emphasizes the importance of taking initiative and having the courage to act when expecting change. It highlights that fear of failure can prevent progress, but without trying to make a difference, failure is inevitable. #RosaParks #WisdomWednesday #courage

The Bill of Rights, ratified in 1791, comprises the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, protecting fundamental freedoms like speech, religion, and the press, as well as rights to bear arms, a fair trial, and protection from unreasonable searches. It limits government power and ensures individual liberties. #billofrights #rights #FightForYourRights

Hey Coalition fam. Social media plays a big role in today’s society and a lot of it is very helpful and necessary to stay updated with the worlds current events, learn new skills and stay in contact with distant friends and family. But too much social media could be detrimental to your mental health without you even noticing, especially in teens. Limiting your use of social media can decrease the overstimulation to the brain's reward center which can become excessive, and be compared to drugs. Cyberbullying is also one of the leading causes to teen suicide. Mental health is one of the most important things to keep healthy, and should be taken more seriously, and that starts with the overuse of social media and using it in a negative light. #DidYouKnow #socialmedia #overuse

Hey Coalition Fam, Albert Einstein is known for many things most famously for the light bulb. But he was also known for his witty personality. Here's a quote he lived by "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving.’’ #AlbertEinstein #wisdom #keepmovingforward

December 10th marks the date when the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. Our human rights are important and include; Freedom of expression, Freedom of religion, Right to work and education, and freedom from slavery. #humanrights #freedom #DidYouKnow

Media Day at the Coaltion! One of our Granters LARK invited one of their phototoghers to take pictures of our team. Enjoy some BTS. #LARK #mediaday #Coalition

Did you know smoking is one of the leading causes of death in America? Vaping and Tobacco usage have become a popular fad of young people. The use of tobacco does not just effect your own health but can also cause damage to the people around through secondhand smoke. #stopsmoking #DidYouKnow

Todays Wisdom Wednesday is from Martin Luther King Jr. "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." Meaning you cannot fight negativity with negativity, stay positive no matter the circumstance. #wisdom #wednesday #martinlutherkingjr

Hey Coalition fam, Did you know that today is "International Day for the Abolition of slavery"? The Abolition included the stop of forced marriage, child labor, and human trafficking since 1949. It's important to realize how far we have come but also recognize how far we have to go. #DidYouKnow #Coalition #abolition

Happy Thanksgiving! Share what/who you are thankful for this year! #Thanksgiving #Grateful #coaliton

Happy Wednesday! We are more than half way through the week! But before the week ends here is the wisdom we have to share today," Nothing is impossible. The word itself says Im Possible." Meaning the world is limitless. The only limits are the ones you set for yourself. Lets be positive and end this week strong coalition fam! Come back next Wednesday for more! #WisdomWednesday #Coalition #wednesdayvibes

The Coalition wants to congratulate all Learn4life graduates! Great job finishing your school year strong! We are all excite to see whats in store next for the bright future ahead of all you guys! Continue to be great! #Congratulations #learn4life #classof2024

Here at the Coalition we celebrated "Friendsgiving" where we brought together our staff and clients to enjoy a home cooked meal made by some of the staff. Enjoy this video where we highlighted some of the best times we spent here together. #Friendsgiving #Coalition #happy #holiday

Hey Coalition Fam. Here at the Coalition we are welcoming "Wisdom Wednesdays". Where we will share some of the wisdom we have found that we feel may be helpful to our everyday lives. We want to be as impactful as we can be and here's just another way to be the change we want to see. Today's wisdom reads "You are never as stuck as you think you are. Success is not final, and failure isn't fatal." by Winston Churchill.#WisdomWednesday #Coalition

Shout out to everyone who came out to our annual Friendsgiving! We all enjoyed it and can't wait for next year. #Friendsgiving #coalition #grateful

Honoring all who served: your bravery and sacrifice inspire us every day. Thank you veterans, for defending our freedom. #VeteransDay #proud #veterans

Hey Coalition Fam, Recently here at the Coalition a few of us have teamed up with the Watts Allstars in attempt to end police brutality in our communities. Police brutality has caused youth to fear police instead of feeling protected by them. Our goal is to not only end police brutality but to educate the youth on what to do or who to talk to if it does occur. The Coalition managed to obtain a youth grant that provides all youth with $1,200 to do something positive towards Watts community. Be apart of the change you want to see. #watts #policebrutalityawareness #Community @everydayheroes_la

Don't miss the opportunity to make a difference! Your vote counts and your voice matters! Spread the word! #Electionday #November5th #President

November 5th is your chance to voice your opinion and influence the direction of our country. Every election shapes policies that impact our lives, communities, and our future. Participating in the process empowers you and helps ensure your values and priorities are represented. Don't miss the opportunity to make a difference! Your vote counts and your voice matters! Spread the word! #Electionday #November5th #President

Happy Halloween from the Coalition! #Halloween #spookyseason #coalition

Join us in congratulating one of our Job Corp interns Matthew Benitez. He is getting transferred to North Carolina for Forestry. During his time here he has accomplished so many things, and we can't wait to see what the future has in store for him. We hate to see him go but are proud to be a part of his journey! #congratulations #NorthCarolina #forestry #proud

Way to go Matthew!!

Hey Coalition Family. Join us in welcoming our new Job Corp Intern, Michael Strickland. Micheal is both an Artist and a Creator for most platforms of Digital Media who enjoys video editing as both a hobby and a career. Michael is currently in the process of getting an Associates Degree in Digital Media, and has hopes of becoming a full-time editor. #Coalition #New #Team

Hey Coalition family, This year in honor of Halloween we are taking our youth to LA ghost tours. Where they will be able to view the iconic haunted houses of LA. We are super excited and thrilled to be apart of the experience! #Coalition #Halloween #Spooky #losangeles

Hi guys! Join us in welcoming our newest LA Job Corp intern Matthew Benitezs. Matthew joined the LA Job Corps to complete his basic trade in office Administration and to transfer to another Job Corps location to receive his Advance Training in Forestry. He joined this work base learning site because it was an opportunity to gain experience working in an office setting. Go Matthew! #coalition #New #Team

Hey guys! This year for thanksgiving we are hosting our Annual Friendsgiving for our youth on November 10th, 2024. If you would like to donate, please navigate to our bio where our linktree is located. Thank you!

#Coalition #Friendsgiving #donate #Thankful

Hey guys! Please join together in Welcoming one of our newest MSW Interns Naomi Saito. Naomi Saito is a first-year graduate student working towards her Master of Social Welfare at UCLA. She decided to transition from a career in filmmaking to clinical social work to allow her to have a more direct impact on the lives of the populations. Naomi is committed to becoming a systemically informed psychotherapist for individuals and groups. #Coalition #New #Team

Hey! Join us in welcoming our new Program Director Stephanie Peoples. Stephanie is a Los Angeles native who obtained her master’s degree in social work from the University of Southern California. She is a licensed Clinical Social Worker who has acquired 13 years of field-based community mental health services.

Hey Coalition Family! Join us in welcoming one of our newest Senior Data Analyst, Christopher Morales. Chris is a California native and graduated from Auburn University with a Masters in Applied Economics in 2012. He has worked for the Bureau of Labor Statistics and SUNY Binghamton with over 10 years' experience in Data Analytics. #Coalition #New #Team

Join us in introducing our new Executive Assistant/ Office Manager, Sian Brooks-Wilson. She has been in this field of work for about 3 years and found a love for working with nonprofits organizations. She is a very self-driven individual, who is excited to join our team! #Coalition #team

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The Coalition for Engaged Education empowers youth impacted by the justice and foster care systems. With compassionate social support, education, and advocacy for systemic change, we serve young people as they develop positive, self-sustaining lives.

Learn more about what we do