Empowerment Congress West Area Neighborhood Development Council

Shape Local Policy & Funding: Apply for Open Positions on the ECWA Board! 🗳️📊

The future of Baldwin Hills, Leimert Park, and the Crenshaw corridor relies on strategic leadership. ECWA is seeking passionate neighborhood stakeholders to fill critical vacancies on our Board.
These are not passive volunteer roles—these are active community board seats with real responsibilities to manage local funds, design community communication networks, and advocate directly to city departments.

Explore the Vacant Openings:
💼 Treasurer: Financial reporting, compliance, and budget accountability.
📈 Media Coordinator: Social media strategy, community email campaigns, and brand consistency.
📋 Secretary: Governance administration, document preservation, and meeting agenda formulation.
🗺️ Area 1 & At-Large Representatives: Local constituency advocacy, issue monitoring, and stakeholder liaison support.
Commitment: Board membership requires active participation in monthly meetings, committee assignments, and public events to ensure transparency and equity across our entire district.

Don't just discuss local issues—help solve them. To apply, SCAN the QR Code or reach out to us at [email protected].

Building a Resilient Neighborhood Through Youth Opportunity 🌳🏛️
Preparation meets opportunity this week in the West Area. The Empowerment Congress West Area (ECWA) is proud to facilitate three major initiatives for our local youth and young adults:

IMMEDIATE HIRING: Tomorrow, May 14th, from 10 AM - 1 PM, a major Hiring Event will be held at the Family Source Center. Positions range from part-time to full-time careers.

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT: This Saturday, the Youth Rise Leadership Summit in Leimert Park will provide a platform for youth ages 12-18 to discuss the future of our community.

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: High school students (16+) can now apply for the Student Poll Worker Program. This is an excused absence from school that pays a stipend of up to $180, providing a unique look at the election process.

Empowerment starts with information. Please share these resources with a student, parent, or educator in the district.

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ECWA NDC HAS OPENINGS FOR BOARD MEMBERS — AND WE WANT YOU!

The Empowerment Congress West Area Neighborhood Development Council has 5 open appointed positions, and we are actively looking for community members who are ready to show up for the West Area.

We need a Media Coordinator, Secretary, Treasurer, At-Large Representative, and Area 1 Representative — passionate volunteers who live, work, or have a stake in our neighborhood and want to help shape its future.
No political experience required. Just commitment, consistency, and love for this community.

Scan the QR code in the flyer, or apply directly here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdq8mOlL9-HiDfT3UkqVP_9lkWYribsp65NEEnOHeiY_eiYsg/viewform

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Questions? Drop them in the comments or visit ecwandc.org.

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Join us this Saturday on Zoom for our general meeting.

We’ll have updates from the Los Angeles Housing Department and the LA Black Worker Center.

Our guest speakers are:
Jeremiah Gordon - Organizing Coordinator with LABWC

ACCE - Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment

***** Zoom login info *****

Meeting Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83840094370

Meeting ID:
838 4009 4370

Toll-free dial-in numbers:
888-475-4499 or 877-853-5257

Please share this with a neighbor, friend, or anyone who might be interested. See you on zoom!

Calling all leaders in the community 🗣️ Come along and join the Empowerment Congress West Area Neighborhood Development Council ✨ See link in bio to apply asap!

Join us this Saturday on Zoom for a special general meeting. We’ll be discussing the ICE Raids in LA
and what this means for our city.

Our guest speakers for the discussion are:
Ethan Edwards - Field Rep. for Assembly member Isaac Bryan

Amber Quintalla - Field Rep. for Senator Lola Smallwood - Cuevas

***** Zoom login info *****

Meeting Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83840094370

Meeting ID:
838 4009 4370

Toll-free dial-in numbers:
888-475-4499 or 877-853-5257

Please share this with a neighbor, friend, or anyone who might be interested. See you on zoom!

Tomorrow is the big day and we can’t wait for you to be there!

ECWA’s Wellness Event & Fire Service Day
Saturday, May 10
10am-2pm
Fire Station 94
4470 Coliseum Street

Join us for a fun filled day of activities for everyone to enjoy! Don’t forget to be there by noon to see a special LAFD Helicopter flyover.

Here’s what we’ve got in store:
- Fire Station Tours
- Fire Fighter Air Bag Demo & Car Extraction
- LAFD Helicopter Flyover
- VIP Mother’s Day Lounge
- Music from DJ Wally Ray
- Line Dancing with J&J Soulful Steps
- Yoga with Mischa the Unicorn
- Free Raffle with 4 chances to win a new iPad
- Classic Cars
- Children’s Area with Arts & Crafts courtesy of LA Commons
- Face Painting, Balloon Twisting and Games
- Free Burgers and Hot Dogs
- Free Snow Cones and Popcorn courtesy of Earlez Grill
- Neighborhood Councils, Block Clubs and local organizations
- CERT and Safe LA

Tag a friend or neighbor! See you there!

We’re a few days away from our Wellness and Fire Service day event and we can’t wait to see you!

ECWA’s Wellness Event & Fire Service Day
Saturday, May 10
10am-2pm
Fire Station 94
4470 Coliseum Street

This is a free, fun-filled family street festival on King Blvd. between Coliseum and Hillcrest.

We’ve got a LOT in store, but make sure you’re there by noon to see a special LAFD Helicopter flyover.

Activities:
- Fire Station Tours
- Fire Fighter Air Bag Demo & Car Extraction
- LAFD Helicopter Flyover
- VIP Mother’s Day Lounge
- Music from DJ Wally Ray
- Line Dancing with J&J Soulful Steps
- Yoga with Mischa the Unicorn
- Free Raffle with 4 chances to win a new iPad
- Classic Cars
- Children’s Area with Arts & Crafts courtesy of LA Commons
- Face Painting, Balloon Twisting and Games
- Free Burgers and Hot Dogs
- Free Snow Cones and Popcorn courtesy of Earlez Grill
- Neighborhood Councils, Block Clubs and local organizations
- CERT and Safe LA

Tag a friend or neighbor! See you there!

It’s almost time for our General Meeting and this time we’ll be on Zoom for your convenience!

Join us this Saturday, March 1, at 10 am on Zoom! Login details below:

Login details:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83840094370

MEETING ID: 838 4009 4370

To join by phone dial: 888-475-4499 OR 877-853-5257