OUR MISSION
To advocate for the growth and empowerment of the residents of Compton by promoting a variety of events and resources that cultivate unity, the desire to take action, and the hunger for education. Community is at the heart of our organization and believe that it takes all of us working together to change the narrative. We are all Compton Advocates.
OUR VALUES
INTEGRITY
Know and do what is right
RESPECT
Treat others the way you want to be treated
RESPONSIBILITY
Embrace opportunities to contribute
SERVANT LEADERSHIP
Serve the common good
FOUNDER
Candace Leos
Founder | Executive Director
My grandparents settled in Compton in the 1950's. I was raised and educated in the city and witnessed the devastating impact that drugs and gangs had on not only my neighborhood, but the city as a whole. For many years, I accepted that this was just how Compton was but as I grew older and after experiencing life in another city, I realized that this narrative can be changed, by residents.
In 2019, concerned with our infrastructure, I found ways to become involved and to educate myself on local politics. I started to research, attend council meetings and talk to other residents. Not long after, I realized that the problems our city faces are decades old. New administrations have inherited issues from past administrations and the cycle has continued.
So how do we change the narrative in Compton? I believe it starts with us and we will continue to work to engage and empower community members. We will work toward building successful, productive working relationships with our elected officials and residents.
EXECUTIVE STAFF & BOARD
Candace Leos
Founder | Executive Director
Mercedes Flores
Secretary
Charles Valdepena
Treasurer
DeLacy Hernandez
Board Member
Veronica Clanton-Higgins
Board Member
Iliana Rodriguez
Board Member
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
― Margaret Mead
Compton Advocates Coalition is a non-partisan, not-for-profit charitable organization committed to supporting the Compton Community. We do not support or endorse any candidate and will present all information on a neutral platform.