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import heroImage from "../../../public/images/hero/about.png"; import armyArmsteadImage from "../../../public/images/team-core/army_armstead.jpg"; +import Link from "next/link"; +import CtaLink from "@/components/CtaLink"; // Replaces Gatsby's component export const metadata: Metadata = { @@ -21,73 +23,32 @@ export const metadata: Metadata = { const AboutPage = () => { return ( - +
-
-

- "I am living proof that -
- tech is a vehicle for freedom." -

- - Khalil 'Army' Armstead - - - Executive Director - -
+

Our Story

- Founded in 2020 under Alex Qin's leadership, Emergent Works - envisioned creating a community where formerly incarcerated - people have a safe space to learn tech literacy and coding - skills that enable them to seek sustainable employment. Formerly - known as Code Cooperative, the organization's evolution was - shaped by Army's inspirational journey, starting as a mentee in - the mentorship program. Emergent Works took a significant step - forward by hiring its first employee and operations manager, - Army Armstead. With a background in teaching, music, and - ministry, Army brings a unique perspective and deep - understanding of the challenges faced by system-impacted - individuals. In his role, Army was responsible for overseeing - and designing innovative technical education programs tailored - specifically for communities affected by mass incarceration. + Founded in 2020 under Alex Qin’s leadership,{" "} + Emergent Works was created to answer a simple but radical + question: What if technology could be a path to freedom?

- Although COVID-19 disrupted many of EW’s plans, Army launched - the first EW 1:1 virtual mentorship program in year one, - virtually connecting formerly incarcerated individuals with - software engineers to build digital literacy and coding skills - to decrease recidivism, the digital divide, and generational - poverty. Under Army's leadership, the organization achieved - notable successes, including creating an open-source app called - Not911, an alternative to policing in a traditional sense while - connecting people to counseling, mediation, and intervention - services. + Originally known as Code Cooperative, we began as a mentorship + circle for formerly incarcerated people learning to code. The + organization’s next chapter was shaped by Army Armstead — + a graduate of our first cohort who rose from mentee to mentor to + Co-Founder and Executive Director. His journey embodies our + mission: turning lived experience into leadership.

- Shortly after his tenure as Operations Manager, Army Armstead - became our Executive Director. Within three months, he - spearheaded efforts that led to Emergent Works securing a - $1,000,000 grant from Jack Dorsey's StartSmall fund. This grant - was instrumental in providing COVID-proof skills training to our - communities, underscoring our commitment to equitable access and - empowerment. In parallel, Army collaborated closely with his - team to forge impactful partnerships with the Community Justice - Exchange and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. Together, we - assumed ownership of the development and maintenance of the Bail - Fund App, a groundbreaking tool that facilitates efficient and - equitable access to bail funds for individuals incarcerated - during pretrial and immigration detention. This initiative - addresses a critical need within our justice system and provides - apprenticeship opportunities for returning citizens to gain - real-world experience. + When COVID-19 disrupted traditional learning, Army launched EW’s + first virtual mentorship program connecting software engineers + with returning citizens. That initiative became the foundation + for a movement — one that uses technology, creativity, and + community to open doors for those most excluded from + opportunity.

@@ -97,6 +58,82 @@ const AboutPage = () => { style={{ width: "100%", height: "auto" }} // Make image responsive />
+
+

Our Mission

+

+ We build{" "} + + freedom through digital fluency, education, employment, and + economic mobility. + +

+

+ Emergent Works equips Black and Brown youth and adults impacted + by incarceration with the tools, networks, and confidence to + thrive in today’s digital world. +

+

+ Our programs merge technical learning with creative expression + and healing: +

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  • + T.RAP (Technology, Rhythm, and Passion) - a + creative-tech fellowship blending music, storytelling, and + design to cultivate confidence and voice. +
    • +
  • + T.E.C.K. (Technology Education and Career Knowledge) – + career-focused training that builds digital fluency and + connects participants to high-wage employment opportunities. +
    • +
  • + Mentorship & Community – + one-on-one support from tech professionals and alumni who + model what’s possible. +
    • +
+
+
+

Our Impact

+

+ Each year, Emergent Works serves 50+ participants through + creative and technical education that leads to measurable + change: +

+
    +
  • + 90% earn digital certifications and career-ready + portfolios +
    • +
  • + 75% secure jobs, contracts, or internships within six + months +
    • +
  • + 85% report higher confidence, stability, and belonging +
    • +
  • + 20% return as mentors or facilitators — sustaining a + cycle of growth and community leadership +
    • +
+

+ “We don’t just teach technology — we teach freedom.”

— + Army Armstead, Co-Founder & Executive Director +

+
+
+

Join Us

+

+ Emergent Works is proof that tech can heal — not harm. Whether + you’re a learner, mentor, or partner, you can help build a world + where justice, creativity, and opportunity move together. +

+ + Join the Movement + +