ASCEND
Advancing Students in Creative Enterprise and Nex-Gen Designs
ASCEND is being designed as a creative workforce program of AllieKits Network, Inc. It will prepare young women in Long Beach to launch careers in video production, branding, and digital storytelling.
About This Program
ASCEND is being developed to open doors to creative careers for young women in Long Beach. The program will provide training, mentorship, and real-world projects that prepare participants for jobs, freelance work, or starting their own creative businesses.
What ASCEND Will Offer
Learn Creative Skills
Interactive workshops in video editing, branding, and digital media.
Build Your Portfolio
Create real projects to showcase to employers, clients, or schools.
Connect with Mentors
Get guidance and feedback from industry professionals.
Explore Career & Business Pathways
Gain tools for finding jobs, freelancing, or starting your own creative venture.
Long-Term Support
Access future paid opportunities through our partner studio, AllieKits Collective
News & Updates
ASCEND is in the predevelopment phase. Follow our milestones as we design the program, engage the community, and prepare for launch.
Follow ASCEND
as it develops
August
2025
Awarded Catalyst Predevelopment Grant to design curriculum, build partnerships, and plan for a creative hub.
September
2025
First community stakeholder event and youth focus groups.
Fall
2025
Co-working and studio planning begins.
2026
Upcoming
Curriculum pilot and industry partnerships rollout.
This project is supported by funding from the California Jobs First Los Angeles (LA) Collaborative as part of the Catalyst initiative to advance inclusive economic development in LA County.
Become a Partner
Employers
Community Groups
Help shape the program by offering insights, site visits, and future internship opportunities.
Collaborate on youth outreach, mentorship, and planning.
