The Community Development Technologies Center (CDTech) is a nonprofit training, applied research and technical assistance organization specializing in community economic development. Our programs help strengthen the social, economic and built environments of low-income neighborhoods by focusing on community strengths and strategic partnerships. CDTech's collaborative relationship with Los Angeles Trade Technical College (LATTC) and L.A. PROSPER, a subsidiary of the Los Angeles Community College District, results in a full-service community economic development resource center.



Mission

The mission of the CDTech Center is to build livable and economically viable neighborhoods. CDTech develops community assets–enhancing the ability and skills of people, businesses and community organizations in low income communities to function effectively in a competitive society.



Goals

To expand grassroots leadership

To build organizational and staff capacity of nonprofit organizations in community economic development

To increase job and business opportunities for residents in low income communities

To foster new ideas, approaches and partnerships for community building