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30+ YEARS OF

Advancing Social Justice and Empowerment within the Black Community

30+ YEARS OF 

Creating spaces that Authentically Validates

Black History and Culture

30+ YEARS OF

Amplifying the Voices and Lived Experiences of Black People

It is our core belief of CEA that families develop best in a community with a sense of order, positive social interaction, and opportunities supported by positive adults. We are committed to creating that community

WE CREATE

Community

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Established 1993

Community Empowerment Association (CEA) was founded in 1993 in order to establish an organized, structural approach to address the specific needs of at-risk youth and families in distressed, marginalized communities. CEA's 30+ year success emanated through its grassroots origin serving residents of nine predominantly low-income underserved communities in Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh. 

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  • Annual Winter Coat Giveaway
    Annual Winter Coat Giveaway
    Sat, Oct 19
    CEA
    Oct 19, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    CEA, 7120 Kelly St, Pittsburgh, PA 15208, USA
    Oct 19, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    CEA, 7120 Kelly St, Pittsburgh, PA 15208, USA
    Coats | Hats | Scarves | Gloves
  • Annual Turkey Giveaway
    Annual Turkey Giveaway
    Sat, Nov 23
    CEA
    Nov 23, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    CEA, 7120 Kelly St, Pittsburgh, PA 15208, USA
    Nov 23, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    CEA, 7120 Kelly St, Pittsburgh, PA 15208, USA
    Join us for CEA's annual turkey distribution making sure every family in our community enjoys a warm, hearty meal. ACCEPTING DONATIONS

OUR EVENTS

Every event I attend I meet wonderful people and more importantly I learn more about

our history.

Lisa Lebabe

I am so comfortable with CEA. Staff work hard with the youth to inspire them. I do not know what the community would do without CEA. There is nowhere else I'd send my kids.

Ranee  Seymore

Where GREAT things happen culturally and historically! Keep up the great work! Brother Byrdsong is a powerful pillar standing strong in the community

Tracey TeeJay Jennings

WHAT THE COMMUNITY HAS TO SAY

Our programs

 

The Art Renaissance Plaza is CEA's vibrant cultural hub showcasing murals, an art gallery, live music, culinary youth-led initiatives, and a café, embodying our rich cultural influence and fostering creative expression.

Arts Renaissance Plaza 

The Community Organizing and Mobilizing program by CEA serves as dedicated Community First Responders, driving initiatives like Turkey and Winter Essentials Giveaways, Health Summits, Food Drives, Covid-19/Disaster Relief Efforts, and Growing In Pea to uplift and support the community

Community Organizing & Mobilizing 

The Youth Prevention and Intervention Program offers culturally empowering academic experiences, life skills mentoring, and a deep exploration of African and Black history to cultivate positive behavior, academic excellence, and strong self-identity among youth.

Youth Intervention & Prevention 

The CEA Workforce Development program tackles economic barriers within our community through targeted training, partnerships with local employers, and job fairs, enabling individuals to overcome employment challenges and achieve economic empowerment, home financing, and wealth building.

Workforce Development

The CEA Community Health & Wellness program provides culturally specific, holistic therapeutic support in natural community settings, targeting the social impact of mental, physical, social, and community health, while empowering individuals and families through non-traditional approaches to enhance overall well-being and reinvestment in the community.

Community Health & Wellness
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