Community Programs
Bridging the Digital Divide — Securing the Future
Our Mission
Secure Roots bridges the digital divide by equipping underserved community members — particularly youth and seniors — with the technology skills, cybersecurity awareness, and AI literacy needed to thrive in the modern digital economy.
Based in LA County's Second Supervisorial District — Compton, Inglewood, Willowbrook, Watts, South LA, Baldwin Hills, Leimert Park, and surrounding communities — we bring real-world cybersecurity expertise directly to the people who need it most.
Our Programs Get Involved
The Digital Divide Is Real — And It's in Our Backyard
In our community, the digital divide isn't an abstract concept. It's a daily reality that limits opportunity, deepens inequality, and leaves our most vulnerable neighbors behind.
The Numbers
- 416,000+ households in LA County lack internet access
- 9.7% of households have no internet subscription
- 4.6% of households have no computer at all
- Disproportionate impact on low-income, Black, and Latino communities
Youth without digital skills face limited career options. Seniors face isolation and vulnerability to online scams. But this is a solvable problem — and we're solving it.
Secure Futures — Youth Digital Pathways
A prevention and intervention program for at-risk youth ages 12–18, combining cybersecurity training, coding workshops, AI literacy, one-on-one mentoring, and life skills development. We give young people the tools to build careers in tech — not just survive, but thrive.
Program Highlights
- Cybersecurity Training: Hands-on skills in network defense, threat identification, and secure practices
- Coding Workshops: Practical programming skills for real-world applications
- AI Literacy: Understanding and working with artificial intelligence tools
- One-on-One Mentoring: Personalized guidance from industry professionals
- Life Skills Development: Career readiness, communication, and professional growth
Digital Roots — Intergenerational Tech Literacy
An intergenerational program where trained youth serve as Digital Assistants for seniors, teaching smartphone basics, online safety, telehealth access, and digital communication skills. Two generations learning together, lifting each other up.
What We Teach
- Smartphone Basics: Navigation, apps, and everyday use
- Online Safety: Recognizing scams, protecting personal information
- Telehealth Access: Connecting with healthcare providers digitally
- Digital Communication: Video calls, messaging, and email
- Youth Leadership: Trained young people gain teaching and mentoring experience
Community Tech Day — Free Public Events
Free, full-day community events providing hands-on technology education for all ages. Open to all Second District residents.
What to Expect
- Coding Workshops for Kids: Fun, interactive introductions to programming
- Cybersecurity for Families: Practical tips to stay safe online at home
- Digital Skills for Job Seekers: Resume building, online applications, and professional tools
- One-on-One Tech Help Desks: Bring your device, get your questions answered
- 100% Free: No cost to attend — all materials and instruction provided
Why Secure Roots
We are rooted in the community we serve. We understand the challenges our neighbors face because we face them too.
What Sets Us Apart
- Based in the 2nd District: We live where we serve
- Industry Expertise: Real cybersecurity professionals teaching real skills
- Youth & Senior Focus: Programs designed for the populations most impacted by the digital divide
- Career Pathways: Not just education — mentorship and employment connections
- Equity-Centered: Programming in English and Spanish, no cost to participants
Our Impact
40 youth served through Secure Futures • 30 seniors gaining digital literacy skills • 200+ community members reached through Tech Day events • 100% free programming for all participants
Partners & Support
Secure Roots operates under the fiscal sponsorship of Achievement Initiative Foundation (AIF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are supported through grants from the Office of LA County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and community partners committed to digital equity.
Our Partners
- LA County Probation Department
- Local Schools
- Delete the Divide Initiative
- LA County Library System
- Technology Companies
- Achievement Initiative Foundation
Join Us in Building Secure Futures
Volunteer / Mentor — Share your tech expertise. Mentor a young person. Teach a senior to video call their grandkids.
Partner With Us — Schools, businesses, and community organizations — let's work together to close the digital divide.
Support Our Mission — Your contribution helps us provide free technology education to those who need it most. All donations are tax-deductible through our fiscal sponsor, AIF.
Get in TouchContact us at info@secureroots.io