Inner City Industry (ICI) is an innovative 21st Century nonprofit organization founded in Los Angeles in 1999 to address youth mental health issues and their impact on learning. ICI's Dedication to Education Reform (D2ER) is comprised of the organization's three interlinked mandates that integrate social and emotional development with peer mentor support through an economic model focused on youth employment in socioeconomically disadvantaged communities.

Vision

Reverse the cycle of generational poverty.

Mission

Empower and prepare youth in K-14 education to reach their full human potential through social, emotional and professional development while celebrating academic excellence.

Values

Our philosophy for youth and community development embody a core set of values that position 21st century students to lead urban revitalization efforts throughout their community.