The Unity Council

Where community meets opportunity: Juntos Fruitvale! 🌟 Nestled in the heart of the Fruitvale Transit Village, this new space is designed for the resilient Fruitvale community and Oakland! 🏢✨ Whether you need an office, meeting space, or event venue, we've got you covered! Our resources are here to support Oakland's creative entrepreneurs looking to grow and thrive. 🚀🌱 Come see how Juntos Fruitvale can elevate your next big idea! 🙌💡 Scan the QR code or click the link in our bio to learn more or to reserve your space TODAY! #TheUnityCouncil #JuntosFruitvale #Fruitvale #UnityinCommunity #Oakland

The Unity Council is proud of our Director of Communications and Public Relations, Caheri Gutierrez for being selected as a panelist for the annual conference for MANA de North County San Diego , “Somos Una”. We are excited to support MANA’s Latina leadership by becoming sponsors of this event as well as supporting the fellow hermana panelists for the “Somos Una” MANA de North County San Diego 3rd Annual Latina Conference Main Panel. 📅 Date: Saturday, Aug 3 ⏰ Time: 9 AM - 3 PM 📍 Location: Palomar College Meet us in San Diego and don’t miss out on this empowering event! This year’s theme embodies unity, collaboration, and resilience within our community. Main Panel: • Caheri Gutierrez, The Unity Council • Lisette Islas, Lifeline Community Services • Meybol Guerrero, JPMorganChase • Connie Cepeda, San Diego Gas & Electric • Beatriz Palmer, MA, National University •Gina Lopez, California Center for the Arts, Escondido Tickets are SELLING OUT fast. Get yours today: https://shorturl.at/XZrVM #SomosUNA #LatinaConference #Empowerment #Community #Unity #Collaboration #MANAdeNorthCounty #LatinaLeaders #theunitycouncil

The Unity Council team Chris Iglesias Rosanna Salgado M. and Caheri Gutierrez was delighted to welcome Great Communities Collaborative members from San Francisco Foundation and Silicon Valley Community Foundation ( Ricardo G. H. Bianca Juarros Elisa Orona Pilar Lorenzana ) to Oakland’s Fruitvale neighborhood where they will be hosting an inaugural event at our newest Juntos Fruitvale cultural center! We are excited about the partnership and cannot wait to officially open the doors to our new cultural community space! #theunitycouncil #unityincommunity

The Unity Council recently had the privilege of participating in the 2024 UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) Annual Conference, “Our Time is Now!” 🌟    As the nation’s largest Latino civil rights and advocacy organization, UnidosUS hosted this remarkable event, bringing together 1,500 Latino leaders and advocates. It was one of the largest gatherings of individuals dedicated to addressing the most important issues facing our community. We explored ways to bridge the Latino homeownership gap, enhance access to affordable healthcare, build political influence in this pivotal election year, and more!   Creating meaningful change for the Latino community is essential, and the passion and commitment at this conference was inspiring! With the strategies and knowledge gained from leaders across the nation, we are more prepared than ever to advance our work at The Unity Council. We are excited about the future and remain dedicated to supporting our community in every possible way.    Together, we are driving positive change! 💪✨    #UnityCouncil #UnidosUS #LatinoLeadership #CommunityChange #OurTimeIsNow #BayAreaNonprofits

This month, PSC bids a fond farewell to Erica Ramirez Mendoza as she transitions from PSC to The Unity Council, where she will be working at the San Antonio Senior Center. Erica's positivity and hard work have greatly impacted our team, and we are immensely grateful for her contributions. Erica will be leaving PSC on July 1, 2024, to embark on this exciting new journey. Congratulations, Erica! We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

We are beyond proud to announce that The Unity Council has received the prestigious Community Catalyst Award from the Oakland Chamber of Commerce presented by Visit Oakland! 🤩🌟🏆 This award honors those making a significant impact in and for our city. The evening at Oakland's Fairyland was a magical celebration of what makes Oakland unique, with business and community leaders coming together to recognize extraordinary contributions. 👏💫 A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated economic development team and the inspiring Arabella Martinez, founder of The Unity Council, for joining us and making the ceremony extra special. Together, we are driving positive change and building a brighter future for Oakland! 🌳❤️✨ #TheUnityCouncil #VisitOakland #OaklandChamberofCommerce #Fairyland #Oakland

The Unity Council is seeking a talented Controller to join our dynamic team! Do you know someone who could excel in this role? Encourage them to apply today or share this opportunity with your network. 💼✨ Apply with the link below, https://lnkd.in/gwjnSWh2

Our Latino Men and Boys Summer Summit is an amazing 2-week summer program designed to support 22 LMB students as they transition from middle school to high school. Our dedicated Latino Men and Boys team (pictured above) came together to meticulously plan this incredible summer summit. Their hard work and passion for our students’ success are the driving force behind every activity and workshop. 🌞 📍 Week 1: Students are hitting the greens at Corica Park’s On The Green Summer Camp, learning golf basics and engaging in various physical activities with camp staff. ⛳️🤸♂️ 📍 Week 2: We focus on community building with exciting games like soccer, football, and capture the flag. ⚽️🏈🏃♂️ Throughout both weeks, students participate in daily workshops led by Latino Men and Boys staff, diving into essential topics like teamwork, peer pressure, life skills, health and wellness, and the high school experience. 🗣️💡 We are grateful for our amazing LMB team and educators who make this program possible! Your dedication and effort are truly inspiring. 👏🌟 We are proud of our students and excited to see them grow through these enriching activities! 💪 #TheUnityCouncil #LatinoMenandBoys #SummerSummit #OaklandYouth

🔍 We’re Hiring a Chief Operating Officer! Are you passionate about making a difference and improving social equity for under-resourced communities in the East Bay? Join The Unity Council, a non-profit Social Equity Development Corporation with a 60-year history in the Fruitvale neighborhood of Oakland. Our mission is to promote social equity and improve quality of life by building vibrant communities where everyone can work, learn, and thrive. Our holistic programs and services reach over 8,000 individuals and families annually in five languages, covering areas like early childhood education, youth mentorship, employment services, housing stability, and more. As our Chief Operating Officer, you will oversee Accounting and Finance, Property Management, IT, and Operations, reporting directly to the CEO. Benefits: Salary: $185-$210K Hybrid work option Comprehensive benefits package including a 403b match Generous vacation and holiday paid time off 📍 Location: Just a 10-minute walk from BART If you or someone you know is interested, please reach out and connect with us directly. Let's work together to create vibrant, equitable communities! https://lnkd.in/gCAZcTZW #Hiring #COO #NonProfit #SocialEquity #OaklandJobs #TheUnityCouncil

Our citizenship class continues to thrive! In the last two weeks, three students—Luciana Mendoza, Teresa Ramirez, and Juanita Lopez—have passed their citizenship tests. 🌟🇺🇸 They celebrated this huge accomplishment with the class and their teacher, Ms. Vila Wong. A big thank you to Ana Pablo, our Community Engagement Assistant, who translated words of encouragement and excitement from Luciana Mendoza, who primarily speaks Mam, to the entire class. Congratulations to all for your dedication to studying and passing your citizenship tests! 💛💙 To learn more about programs like our free citizenship class, visit us at 1900 Fruitvale and discover all the opportunities or click the link below for more information. 🔗