The Practice Space
Professional Training and CoachingCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The Practice Space is a Bay Area nonprofit in the professional training and coaching sector, led by women of color and based in Richmond, California. Founded in 2017, it serves communities across Oakland, Richmond, Vallejo, and El Cerrito, focusing on leadership and communication skill development to build confidence and community. It prioritizes helping people use their voices and creating safe spaces that foster belonging for all ages, offering an array of programs, partnerships, and events aimed at authenticity and creativity. The Practice Space collaborates with organizations to support leadership and equity work, including partnerships with Title Nine Sports for coaching staff and Kaiser Permanente for nationwide health-leader workshops in 2022. It has partnered with youth-focused organizations such as YES Nature to Neighborhoods, Yesfamilies, Fresh Lifelines for Youth, and Students Rising Above, and launched its Youth Voice Advocates Cohort in 2021.