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About Us
Founded in 1931 in the midst of the Great Depression, the legacy of today’s JVS SoCal began with a single desk in a Bunker Hill office in downtown Los Angeles, serving job seekers who were struggling to survive amid overt workplace discrimination. Eight decades later, the agency is a recognized regional leader in the field of workforce development, offering a broad range of innovative programs to 50,000 individuals each year and advocating on issues of public policy that impact the people we serve.
Our Mission
Empowering individuals to achieve sustainable employment and financial independence.
Our Vision
Thriving communities with hope and economic opportunity for all.
Our Values
LEGACY: We are inspired by our history of service and are purposely creating a better future.
BOLDNESS: We are forward-thinking, innovative, and willing to take risks.
GRIT: We are committed, tenacious, and driven to deliver.
ALLIANCES: We build vital and inclusive relationships to achieve our mission.
COMPASSION: We pour our hearts into this work and recognize every person’s dignity.
Recent Press Releases
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If AI data centers are coming, communities should set the terms
JVS SoCal CEO Jeff Carr recently published a timely discussion in Capitol Weekly on the matter of how communities should be empowered with the responsibility of deciding the conditions for allowing data center construction, stressing the importance of local control and the rights of residents. AI is like a bullet train speeding down the track…
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Veteran Testimonial in Stars & Stripes
Frank Uriostegui served in the U.S. Army, but struggled with the transition back into civilian life. In this testimonial article he wrote for Stars & Stripes, Frank reflected on his journey back to a stable and thriving life with some help from JVS SoCal. He writes: “Every night, I searched for a different parking lot…
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Woman to Woman Conference to Honor Outstanding Leaders & Support JVS SoCal
The 14th Annual Woman to Woman Conference: Opening Doors, Changing Women’s Lives will take place on Thursday, November 5, 2026, 11am-2pm, at the Skirball Cultural Center. This daytime event features accomplished speakers, provides networking opportunities, and inspires women to break barriers, while raising awareness and critical funding for JVS SoCal programs supporting women. The Woman to Woman…