Welcome

We promote those strategies that create a just, equitable society without poverty and where systematically oppressed people have agency, power, and the opportunity to thrive.

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Urban Strategies Council's impact is about equity & justice that is centered around building community power.

Our Programs

Urban Strategies Council’s program matrix highlights our commitment to community empowerment, equity and healing through culturally-responsive approaches that uplift marginalized voices and address systemic barriers.

BASIC

BASIC supports formerly-incarcerated and justice-involved students pursuing higher education.

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Justice Reinvestment Coalition

The Justice Reinvestment Coalition works to create a fair and just public safety system for our community.

Community-HOPE

Community-HOPE provides health outreach to the Black communities of Alameda, Contra Costa, and Solano Counties.

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Evaluation Services

We offer culturally-responsive Evaluation Services to non-profit organizations that serve communities of color in the East Bay.

Elevate Youth California

With youth civic engagement, mentoring and peer-led support, EYC works to prevent youth substance use disorder.

Who We Are

Our Roots

Founded in 1987, Urban Strategies Council is a nationally recognized research, advocacy, and collective impact organization based in the Bay Area, California. We are a trusted partner and convener of community collaborations and an incubator of new ideas to advance racial equity and social justice.

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