Community design + open data + entrepreneurs = Better, more equitable, cities. Launched in Los Angeles in 2014.
Los Angeles, CA
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Working at a startup is the wrong career choice for 90% of people.
I have worked at a:
• 20 person startup
• $100 billion company
Here's a framework for deciding between startups and big companies:
Civic Innovation Lab retweeted
To all who attended Tech+Homelessness: A Call to Action: Thank you! For #GivingTuesday support nonprofits harnessing tech to impact homelessness in L.A. by texting TECHIMPACT to 707070. Or donate to the T+H Fund at techandhomelessness.la. #techandhomelessness #endhomelessness
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Excited to be presenting on #Codetalk at Tech+Homelessness with @Honest @CivicInnLab @Snap and so many others making a difference in LA County's fight against #homelessness
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Can't wait to see what @CivicInnLab's first #ProBonoTech cohort creates with @CicLAvia & @OurRiverLA! Nov 21 at @LACIncubator
And just like that, the inaugural Pro Bono Tech cohort is quickly coming to an end! Join us as we celebrate the culmination of the first #LosAngeles #ProBonoTech cohort in #DTLA on Thursday, November 21. RSVP: bit.ly/2NP574V
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If you don’t understand why #tech has a #diversity problem, you won’t be able to understand how to fix it! LeakyTechPipeline.com is a website tool that provides a framework to understand the problem & gives comprehensive solutions. #LeakyTechPipeline #TechDoneRight #KaporCenter
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238 years of growing, uniting and moving together toward the future. Happy birthday, Los Angeles!
Civic Innovation Lab retweeted
As @Annenberg_FDN celebrates its 30th year, Executive Director @ckennard shares how they're working to make this city "a fair + equitable place for all Angelenos.” #HappyBirthdayLA See her wish in our #birthday tribute to LA: ow.ly/qw7F50vQt1o
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The Mayor’s Office is seeking college students in Long Beach for paid internships. 👩🏿💻👨🏽💻
Please Email mayor@longbeach for more information! 💻 – at Long Beach, CA
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Civic tech is the cornerstone of economic development in Sacramento, says the city's chief #innovation officer @MeetMrStewart #govtech #civictech hubs.ly/H0kw1CY0
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Calling all startups working in #urbanmobility! @LA_CoMotion is looking for #innovators to pitch their #creative ideas as part of the L.A. New Mobility Challenge. Apply by September 23rd for a chance to win $25,000! #LANMC19 ow.ly/tl6e50vIuSt
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This funding award is a significant next step in supporting innovative local solutions and strengthening the collaboration between the County and cities in the region, which are united in their commitment to address this complex humanitarian crisis.
More than $8.2 million in Measure H funding will go cities implementing city-specific plans to combat and prevent homelessness. Read more: content.govdelivery.com/acco…
ALT outreach workers assisting the homeless
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The @metrolosangeles Board of Directors voted to award $15 million to Destination Crenshaw — an open-air museum of public art, parks, and murals that will celebrate black Los Angeles. It will hopefully contribute to economic development in the area: la.curbed.com/2019/7/29/8932…
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The second article of the day does a great job highlighting the racial inequalities that permeate financial institutions, limiting access to capital for black and brown communities. What do we do to change these systems? revealnews.org/article/for-p… – at Los Angeles, CA
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Reminder: Join us for the 5th @soylent Innovation Lab Speaker Series Event on 8/15! This event will feature leaders in LA Venture Capital who will talk about their investment strategies and the types of companies that get them excited. RSVP HERE: ow.ly/yQ3t50voyvC
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Take a look at our jobs board for the latest #jobopenings from organizations like @AP_California. They are looking for a Research & Policy Analyst for Educational Equity. View the full posting at: ow.ly/thxG50vs4qk
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Love this interview on the story of one my favourite #techforgood companies - The Power Of Purpose: How Jude Ower And Playmob Are Using Videogames For Good via @forbes @playmob @playinthecloud #gamesforgood forbes.com/sites/afdhelaziz/…
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Thousands of car-free enthusiast will walk, bike, roll, and stroll along the area’s most iconic streets from East Hollywood to the City of #WeHo on Sunday, August 18.
Learn more about this @CicLAvia event ➡️ w.eho.city/a59T30pgmYP
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Just like the mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell, trees are the powerhouses of the city.
Plant a free yard or street tree from @LADWP + City Plants + Partners today, and help build climate resilience in your community!
You can help improve our urban canopy, add shade and beautify your street or property with free trees from @CityPlants! 🌳🌳🌳
👉 Apply for your free trees at cityplants.org
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Did you know that, despite paying taxes, people on parole in California do not have the right to vote? We are trying to change that. To learn more about ACA 6 and take action, go here: freethevoteca.org/take-actio…
#DemocracyNeedsEveryone #FreeTheVote
