Song Community Development Corporation

Song CDC focuses on equitable community development and services to improve the quality of life for BIPOC in Southern Louisiana, particularly in New Orleans East. The organization targets vulnerable communities, including the Village de neighborhood, addressing critical issues such as poverty, unemployment, and limited access to resources. By centering equity and advancing innovation, Song CDC connects ecosystems to provide immediate assistance and ongoing services through disaster response, community outreach, and responsive programs. The business model involves community-driven planning and advocacy, rooted in the Vietnamese American experience, to overcome barriers like language, cultural misconceptions, and lack of employment opportunities. Song CDC serves a population of approximately 10,000, aiming to revitalize disinvested communities and streamline support for vulnerable families.

Keywords: BIPOC, community development, Southern Louisiana, New Orleans East, equity, advocacy, Vietnamese American, vulnerable communities, revitalization, assistance.