Who We Are

cityLAB Coalition is a student-led organization dedicated to expanding cityLAB’s vision of just and equitable urban futures into collaborative, hands-on action.

Mission Statement

Our goal is to empower students to take an active role in shaping more just, inclusive, and sustainable cities by bridging design, research, and community action. cityLAB Coalition seeks to create a platform where students across disciplines collaborate, learn, and co-create with communities within and beyond Los Angeles.

Upcoming Events

cityLAB Coalition Hosts a variety of events to serve the LA community. Events to look out for include:

Eaton Fire Senior Summit 3

Thursday, August 20

@Hilton Pasadena

The State of the Black Community

Saturday, September 26

@First AME Church Pasadena

A regional forum where faith leaders, policymakers, scholars, and community advocates unite to examine critical issues impacting Black families and advance solutions that strengthen Pasadena and Altadena.


Past Events

We have been so proud to host several successful events during our inaugural year!

Eaton Fire Rebuild Senior Summit/Altadena Exhibition



How to Join

Membership Requirements

Attend the monthly general body meetings (1 absence/quarter)

ii. Must attend/volunteer/contribute to at least 1 event per quarter

iii. Must fulfill the requirements above for two quarters

iv. After all of these requirements are fulfilled, candidates shall request membership from the Secretary for recordkeeping

v. Membership privileges:

1. Field trips

2. Potential for mentorship/educational opportunities

3. Ability to elect leaders and vote on amendments to the constitution

4. Ability to disclose membership to cityLAB Coalition on professional documentation (cover letters, resumes, etc.)

Meetings are to occur once a month. Officer corps meetings happen bi-weekly.


Get Involved

Leadership Team

Leads

Facilitate meetings and have the ability to make constitutional changes. Act as cityLAB Liaisons.

External Affairs

In charge of partner outreach and managing connections with outside organizations (larger UCLA student body/LA community).

Manufacturing Lead

Delegate and oversee design production for events or projects (including graphic design or physical fabrication).

Marketing Leads

Manage cityLAB Coalition social media accounts and document events.

Secretary

Record-keeper and communicator between the executive board and members.

Treasurer

Handle all financial transactions.

Volunteer Coordinator

Manage Volunteer roles and responsibilities.