A five-year campaign to radically transform the ecosystem in Oakland from one that criminalizes and incarcerates young people to an ecosystem and community-based alternative model that supports justice-involved young women and gender-expansive youth in reaching their full potential, accessing economic opportunities and becoming agents of change in their own lives, families, and communities.
Universal Basic Housing
YWFC is piloting a universal basic housing program with young people who are houseless. Participants also receive coaching, mentorship, leadership development and training, and healing support
All in for Oakland
In partnership with Akonadi Foundation, YWFC Oakland works with young people, building their power and leadership organize and advocate for decriminalization and decarceration and investment in community-based alternatives
