MISSION
(WHY WE EXIST)
The CALIFORNIA URBAN PARTNERSHIP’s (CUP) mission is to build economic security in Black communities through policy research, education and organizing community action. We advocate for systems changes that increase investments to improve the health and wealth of California's most marginalized people and places. This is community power building work, and it happens at the local and state level.
VISION
(WHAT WE SEEK TO ACHIEVE)
We envision neighborhoods in regions where race is never a barrier for people to live, be healthy, raise families and become thriving entrepreneurs, highly skilled workers and homeowners who create jobs and lasting wealth for future generations. Neighborhoods of choice where children, youth, adults and families from all walks of life are empowered with opportunities, tools and resources to become healthy and economically secure. The residents actively participate in improving their communities. These places thrive because they have become regional assets, offering a workforce well-prepared to meet emerging industry needs, and a positive environment for investment, job creation, quality affordable housing and the arts.
VALUES
These values guide us as we work to Build
Economically Secure Communities:
Economically Secure Communities:
EQUITY
Ownership, Racial Justice, Empowerment, Respect, Diversity
COMMUNITY
Civic Engagement, Effectively Channeling Unity and Energy for a Common Purpose
ACCOUNTABILITY
Integrity, High Standards of Quality and Objectivity, Great Customer Service, Sound Business Practices, Performance Measurement
COLLABORATION
Corporate, Philanthropic, Government and Community Organizations Working Together to Measurably Improve the Economic Performance and Social Well-Being of Urban Communities
INNOVATION
Knowledge Sharing Networks, Multidisciplinary and Integrated Approaches, Developing and Replicating Best Practices
SUSTAINABILITY
Long-Term Prosperity, Building on Industry, Regional and Competitive Advantages
RESULTS
Having a Meaningful and Quantifiable Impact on Meeting the Challenges and Needs of People, Place and Opportunity
