A BETTER LA is a 501(c)(3) comprised of local leaders from the private, non-profit, social service, faith-based, education and law enforcement sectors. We are committed to supporting Los Angeles communities in their goal to reduce violence by empowering change. Our first target area is in South Los Angeles.

In 2010, we are enjoying a wide range of improvements and growth in our community. Young people are graduating from school and moving into productive secondary and career opportunities at record levels. Gangs are significantly re-directed from negative to positive activities and are natural helpers within the community, helping the community to grow. Parents benefit from specialized programs designed to enable them to reinforce the language of hope with their children. Active beautification efforts in the community increase respect for people and property. All facets of the community work together for A BETTER LA.

A BETTER LA mobilizes the knowledge and skills of the community to inspire each person to dream, work and play without fear.

Things don't have to stay the way they are…the power to make that change resides in each and every one of us. There is strength in our numbers and we leave no one untouched by our message of hope.

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The Pacific Institute's Lou and Diane Tice are donating several of The Institute's high performance programs, along with professional facilitation and training-through A BETTER LA-in an effort to reach everyone in the community.

Unity One founder and V100 radio host Bo Taylor, who has helped pioneer peace work in Los Angeles and has built the trust of the community, law enforcement and public officials, is lending his expertise and energy to stopping violence in Los Angeles. Click for more information about this partnership.

Los Angeles County Sheriff Leroy Baca is committing resources, personnel, and support to A BETTER LA because he believes it provides one of the most effective approaches to reach out to young people caught up in the lure of narcotics, crime, and gang activity.

Connie Rice, Co-Director of the Advancement Project, who created the seminal report on violence reduction, is lending her support and amazing knowledge, and helping bring together law enforcement, gang intervention workers, politicians and business leaders to work together for a strong community.

Other collaborative partners include: Los Angeles Police Department, LA County Probation, LA County Office of Education, LA Unified School District, Department of Children and Family Services, City of Los Angeles, LA City & County Human Relations Commissions, many Community- and Faith-based organizations. Click here for a full list of our partners.