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Rooted in San Francisco’s Mission District, MEDA is advancing a national equity movement by building Latino prosperity, community ownership and civic power.

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Mock interviews. Help with your resume. Making connections. We offer free training and coaching so you can land a good job.

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FREE training program for IT support careers.

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MEDA is the lead agency for Mission Promise Neighborhood — a community of 15+ partners that connects families to free services in the Mission.

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The latest news from San Francisco’s Mission District

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Community-Driven Change for an Equitable Future: An Introduction to MEDA’s Policy Team

  • On: January 21, 2025
  • By: jmesa

Driven by a vision where the Latino community is empowered, civically engaged, and are decision-makers in the institutions that affect their ...

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Your Chance to Empower Families Through MEDA’s Tax Volunteer Program

  • On: December 23, 2024
  • By: jmesa

For volunteers like Jaime Delgado, MEDA’s VITA Program is more than just a way to give back; it’s a personal mission. ...

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MPN Holiday Book Giveaway: A Decade of Inspiring a Love for Reading in the Mission District

  • On: December 19, 2024
  • By: jmesa

The holiday spirit shone brightly as the Mission Promise Neighborhood (MPN) collaborative hosted its 10th annual book giveaway at Cesar Chav ...

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Veo al futuro con optimismo, con oportunidades de crecer y seguir ayudando a la comunidad.”Fabiola Torres (Read her inspiring story here — bilingual blog)