MEDA’s Mission Youth in Action (MYIA) program transforms high school students into powerful community advocates through a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
MEDA’s Mission Youth in Action (MYIA) program transforms high school students into powerful community advocates through a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
Even with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering, breaking into the field wasn’t easy.
María Lainez started her job search with a clear goal: to begin a career in early childhood education.
Our Fondo Adelante Business Development Program offers a range of services to support small businesses in the Mission Corridor*, including educational workshops on Business Planning, Digital Solutions, and Business Expansion
José joined MEDA in 2018 at a pivotal moment when the organization was beginning to invest in the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program. José began as a project assistant and later became Associate Director of Preservation, playing a key role in expanding MEDA’s portfolio through the Small Sites Program. Today, he reflects on his personal history, his journey, and the responsibility of leading MEDA’s Community Real Estate team.
In April, Malea Chavez joined the Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA) as Chief Programs Officer, bringing decades of experience in community-based leadership. Born and raised in San Francisco’s Mission District, Malea has a long-standing connection to the neighborhood and previously worked at MEDA during two earlier chapters of her career, contributing to legal services and program development.
Irma Soberanis has called San Francisco home for over 30 years. Like many long-time residents of the Mission District, she worked hard to make a living—taking on jobs in caretaking, cleaning homes, and providing child care.
Driven by our commitment to meet community needs, we utilized a capacity building grant from Listen4Good in 2024 to conduct a client satisfaction survey. This initiative allowed us to gain deeper insight into what our small business development clients value most about our services, explore their perception about MEDA’s role in their small business journey, and identify ways to enhance client experience. Now, we are excited to share the results.
An evening of entrepreneurial stories, music, and food to celebrate our small businesses community.
With 168 affordable units and on-site community services, the development marks a significant step toward housing stability and economic mobility in the Mission.
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