Welcome to the Water Learning Series: Los Angeles session four.

We welcome Jesse De La Cruz, Founder of Urbano Strategies.

Jesse De La Cruz brings a wealth of experience in driving community growth and engagement across diverse neighborhoods. For over a decade, Jesse has been deeply involved in fostering community connections and advocating for environmental justice, drawing from his roots in South Los Angeles. Fueled by a passion for social justice inspired by his upbringing, Jesse pursued his Bachelor’s degree at the University of California, Irvine, in his commitment to serve and uplift his community for years to come.

His expertise spans across strategic community engagement, demographic analysis, green space design, program development, leadership cultivation, and outreach planning. Jesse excels in crafting impactful campaigns and facilitating grassroots decision-making processes.

As a seasoned community practitioner, Jesse takes proactive steps, organizing direct actions for policy reform, securing public and private funding for underserved areas, and empowering community-driven initiatives. He’s dedicated to making a difference where it matters most.

The Water Learning Series: Los Angeles is a year-long virtual event that will be recorded and published at a later date at TALKING WATER.

In collaboration with Accelerate Resilience L.A.