Our Story

For nearly two decades, the Community Transformation Collective (CTC) has led a community-building movement to achieve long-term systemic change that improves the lives of marginalized communities. CTC has built a strong and active base of over 1,000+ community members and cross-sector organizations across the County of Los Angeles. 

Our collective efforts engage over 10,000+ community members on a monthly basis. In 2025, CTC was formally incorporated as a non-profit organization to sustain our community-led model and infrastructure long-term. 

Vision

All members of society are physically, psychologically, intellectually, and spiritually safe, secure, and empowered.

Mission

Catalyze individual and collective power for the self-determination of those most impacted by systemic failures to collectively achieve equity and social justice.

Our Values

• Accountability: Everyone is responsible for their actions towards one another and the outcomes we are working to achieve.

• Community-led: Residents most impacted by institutional and systemic barriers inform and lead community transformation efforts.

• Dignity: Everyone is treated with honor and respect. 

• Inclusivity: Everyone who lives, works, and is invested in community transformation is welcomed.

• Interdependence: We are connected and part of a larger whole who can rely on one another for mutual support and advocate for systemic change.

• Joy: Community transformation efforts incorporate big and small celebrations into daily practice. 

• Learning: Participants learn and unlearn knowledge and practices that impact the growth of individuals and communities. 

• Solidarity: We show up for one another because we recognize our responsibility to advocate for the interests, experiences, and struggles of others.  

• Transparency:  Information, data, processes, and practices are shared intentionally.