Introduction In 2012, the San Diego Youth Development Office was established to address slashed funding for youth services in the region. The plan was to become an office within the City of San Diego to coordinate collaboration for policy development and service provision. However, despite getting very close, the San Diego Youth Development Office never…
Introduction United Women of East Africa (UWEA) is a place for community members to connect with East African culture – including health services, education and advocacy. After relocating away from City Heights, COVID-19 hit – rendering in-person programs impossible and effectively prohibiting the community from gathering in their typical manner. Our Objectives Now, Mixte has…
Introduction Through civic engagement, partnerships and training, RISE San Diego is creating the next generation of urban leaders. Its “neighborhoods first” approach develops people within our own communities to solve the complex challenges of our neighborhoods. RISE-trained leaders are known as Fellows – they can now be found in elected office and leading nonprofits across…
Introduction Foodshed helps communities learn about food preservation, organic growth and composting. It is farmer-owned, equity-focused, and committed to regenerative practices, so they called on Mixte to help communicate their message and life-changing results! Our Objectives Mixte helps Foodshed communicate about its more understandable and more effective ways, and bring strategic communications to the organization’s…
Introduction Southwestern Community College District is the premier and only public institution of higher education in Southern San Diego County. Since its founding, Southwestern College has served a diverse community of students right alongside the San Diego-Tijuana border through a wide range of high-quality academic programs, comprehensive student services and visionary partnerships. When our work…
Introduction For those working in the social justice space, the increased ideological polarization of policy-making bodies isn’t a new phenomenon. Unfortunately, the brazen threats to communities’ and individuals’ rights has become more commonplace. As emotions stirred in two subsequent election seasons, Mixte worked hand in hand with Sojourners to fight voter suppression and intimidation in…
Introduction The San Diego Public Library Foundation is a catalyst for creating stronger communities through investment in the city’s public library system — where access to resources supporting literacy, work readiness, and lifelong learning ensures equal opportunities for success. Our Objectives Our goals were simple: reminding everyone that libraries are more than a repository of…
Introduction From redwood groves and desert springs to urban parks and lighthouses, Parks California works to make California parks more welcoming, accessible and relevant to all visitors. As a relatively new organization, Parks California has a goal of connecting a younger and more diverse audience across the state to the beauty found in state parks.…
Introduction Located in the beautiful Balboa Park, the Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) is a vibrant center for visual learning. Since its founding in 1983, the museum endeavors to consistently address cultural, historical and social issues through its exhibitions and educational programs. MOPA is one of three independent museums in the United States and is…
Introduction Having access to food is a basic human right. Yet, nearly 42 million people experienced hunger this year and it’s a growing issue in America. Food Recovery Network (FRN) mobilizes its national network of college students and leaders to fight food waste and hunger. Student-run chapters on more than 200 campuses across 46 states…
