OUR MISSON
From Watts to Wilmington, Sharefest gives youth facing significant barriers the skills, support, and connections they need to achieve economic success.
Sharefest collaborates with local schools, focusing on students at risk of dropping out, to deliver comprehensive career development courses integrating social-emotional learning and essential life skills. Our program supports students in earning their high school diploma through ongoing mentoring, educational assistance, and personalized career management.
We facilitate networking opportunities and expose students to diverse career pathways for success, connecting them directly with industry partners and local trade organizations.
Post-graduation, we continue to guide, support, and resource students as they transition into the workforce or pursue higher education.
A NEW SOURCE OF WORKERS FOR LOS ANGELES
Public agencies and businesses face staffing challenges despite a surplus of motivated young professionals seeking opportunities. FlexLA is actively bridging this gap by connecting young talent directly with employers.
FlexLA is diligently assembling a skilled workforce from these individuals, ensuring they are thoroughly vetted, developed, and certified to excel in entry-level positions within the local job market.
THE PROBLEM WE ARE SOLVING...
FlexLA offers a streamlined workforce development platform focused on career and professional development for young, new employees. It identifies vetted and trained individuals, matching their skills and preferences with available job opportunities.
This service enhances employment access for local youth facing challenges in job placement.
For companies and agencies, it provides a reliable pool of pre-approved workers endorsed by Sharefest, ready for immediate hiring.