Have You Heard the News? - February 2023
This blog post was originally shared on YCD newsletter on 02/02/2023
Transitioning to a New Year
here's what our YCD family members have been up to!
December and January had the...
YCD Holiday Party!
We hope you all had a blast at December's Holiday Party!
A good team, doing great work, for an amazing community.
Level Up Marketing
Team Presentation
The Marketing Team gave the new Level Up Cohort, a masterclass in marketing and its importance in getting the message out there!
If you want to collaborate with the Marketing Team don't hesitate to reach out for support.
Martin Luther King Jr Day
This year, we commemorated the 37th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day honoring his life and dedication to the Civil Rights Movement and fight for justice.
Lunar New Year 2023
We wish all of our team members celebrating the lunar new year, a wonderful year filled with prosperity and good fortune! Be sure to check out the LNY Parade happening in SF Chinatown this Saturday!
Keep these community notices on your calendar!
Clock In and Clock Out!
Don't forget to start clocking in on ADP for your work hours and lunch hours as we get used to a new timesheet system.
W2 forms in ADP now
Tammy and the HR team want to remind you that W2 forms are available in ADP now! Check out instructions in our slack channel for more information.
Presence Request and Promotional Materials
Need someone to capture photos and videos of your event? Want content to promote your programs? The Marketing Team's got your back!
Fill out the presence request form or promotional materials form and we'll be there!
Black History Month
Check out our Instagram @ycd_jobs as we promote education and resources about Black History and all-around Black Excellence.
Don't forget to support your local Black-owned businesses this month!
YCD Town Hall 2023
Pop on over to the YCD Warehouse on Feb 6th at 12pm to reconnect with our community for the first Town Hall of the year.
Black Joy Parade 2023
Head on over to Oakland and attend the 6th annual Black Joy Parade on Feb 26th from 12 - 7pm at 14th and Franklin in downtown Oakland. Come celebrate and show your support!
Community Business Spotlight
Tune in to good eats at Radio Africa Kitchen!
Check out Radio African Kitchen at 4800 3rd St, owned by Ethiopian chef Eskender Aseged, grab some delicious African inspired meals!
Have a community business you want to feature?
Email Tanya Sanjay on the marketing team at tsanjay@ycdjobs.org with your suggestions!
Special Design Opportunity!
Make it stand out
Here's a good reminder from an iconic Black poet and author...
“When I dare to be powerful. To use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.”
Have a community business you want to feature?
Email Tanya Sanjay on the marketing team at tsanjay@ycdjobs.org with your suggestions!
