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About CEI

Building stronger communities through civic engagement, justice reform, innovation, and opportunity.

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WHO WE ARE

Working Together To Build Better Communities

The Civic Engagement Initiative brings together community organizations, public agencies, businesses, and residents to create meaningful solutions that strengthen neighborhoods and expand opportunities.

We believe every individual deserves access to education, employment, housing, healthcare, and community support.

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OUR VALUES

What Guides Everything We Do

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Collaboration

Working together creates stronger communities.

Justice

Every person deserves fairness and opportunity.

Innovation

Creative solutions produce lasting impact.

Compassion

People always come first.

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“”Lasting change happens when communities, institutions, and residents work together with purpose, dignity, and shared responsibility.””

Leadership team representing the Civic Engagement Initiative

Civic Engagement Initiative

Coalition-powered nonprofit

Oakland, California

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Help Build Opportunity

Join CEI in advancing justice reform, reintegration, and community opportunity through advocacy, partnership, and action.

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info@civicengagementinitiative.org

Oakland, California