Help us fund our Training Center!
FROM THE FAMILY THAT BROUGHT YOU
We are educating and empowering communities disproportionately affected by past federal and state drug policies through economic justice and wellness.
Founded in 2017, our non-profit organization, Life Development Group has provided resources and opportunities in the retail sector for equitable ownership and employment, of Black and Brown people who have been disproportionately impacted by the War on Drugs.
Mission
Our Impact in the past 4 years:
We are building capacity to fill the emerging Cannabis market with talented members of marginalized communities and bolster the economy, education, and quality of life for those whom rightly deserve it.
WHO WE SERVE
Formerly Incarcerated
Single Parents
Low Income Individuals
Chronically Unemployed
Formerly Emancipated from Foster Care
Transitional Workers
Empowerment
Our program can be replicable in neighborhoods in other cities and states as a proven model of partnership.
The Equity Accelerator focuses on leadership development, business strategies, and operations procedures, with a special emphasis on community, service, and quality to help prepare students for managerial positions in the retail industry.
Workforce Development
Pathway to Ownership
Our current goal is a $3M Equity Accelerator Fund to launch The Equity Accelerator in the heart of South Central Los Angeles’ Historic Crenshaw district.
A 3500 SQ/FT MOCK DISPENSARY TRAINING FACILITY
Life Development Group has progressed from community workshops and one-on-one mentoring to launching Gorilla Rx Wellness Co., the FIRST BLACK WOMAN OWNED SOCIAL EQUITY RETAIL DISPENSARY in Los Angeles.
Our Retail Training Accelerator is a hands-on, simulation-driven retail environment, providing real-world learning opportunities.
EQUITY RETAIL ACCELERATOR
“We strive to accelerate the learning process by continuing our Model of Care and hands-on training for retail and delivery owners and workers in our community.”
— Kika Keith, Founder
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
info@lifedevelopmentgroup.org
Phone
323 975-1090