Registration for the 2025 Global Homeboy Network is now open.
Launched in 2014, the Global Homeboy Network (GHN) consists of over 600 like-minded organizations from around the world. At its core, GHN works to widen the circle of compassion, tenderness, and kinship. The mission of GHN is to work with organizations across the globe to create therapeutic communities offering workforce development training, cost-free supportive programs and services, and social enterprise employment to marginalized people. We do this by assisting other organizations as they work to launch and grow spaces within their communities that provide people with the tools they need to change their lives. Also, by fostering community, sanctuary, and family, to provide welcoming, safe spaces to those on the margins. These core values are what energize GHN’s growth to charts our future direction.
Past Annual Gatherings have included people from communities across the United States and the globe who have long hoped to bring pieces of the Homeboy model to their work and organizations. This “conference” has included technical assistance sessions, best practices, storytelling, workshops, panel discussions, and activities that help share the knowledge and tools found within the Homeboy Industries’ model and those of many of our GHN partner organizations.
At our 2024 Gathering, we welcomed 280 participants from across 27 states and 6 countries. Our intention for these sessions is to share approach, philosophy and processes in more meaningful ways. Many of the discussions and experiences at the Gathering are led by our Homeboy Industries’ subject matter experts in tandem with trainees who are currently enrolled in our 18-month reentry program. Other experiences and sessions are led by our Global Homeboy Network partner organizations.
Daily Outline
July 27
Day 1
Homeboy Industries
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- 3:30 – 6:30 PM: Reception at Homeboy Industries
July 28
Day 2
The California Endowment
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- 8:00 AM: Breakfast
- 8:30 – 9:00 AM: Opening Session, Morning Meeting, Thought of the Day, Opening Activity
- 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Morning Plenary and Breakout Session
- 12:00 PM: Lunch
- 1:00 – 4:45: Afternoon Plenary and Breakout Sessions
- 4:50 PM: Group Picture, Lobby
July 29
Day 3
The California Endowment
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- 8:00 AM: Breakfast
- 8:30 – 9:00 AM: Opening Session, Morning Meeting, Thought of the Day
- 9:15 – 12:00 PM: Technical Assistance Sessions – Open Q&A
- 12:00 PM: Lunch
- 1:00 – 2:15 PM: Plenary Session
- 2:30 – 3:15 PM: Closing Exercise and Practice
- 3:15 PM: Closing Conversation with Fr. Greg
Plenary, Breakout and Technical Assistance Session descriptions.
Breakout Sessions
7 – 8 sessions repeated twice, in the morning and afternoon of the 1st day.
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These are ninety-minute sessions where participants listen and learn from subject matter experts. In these sessions, presenters will share via lecture, slides, videos, and storytelling. Included, time at the end for participant questions.
Technical Assistance Sessions
7 – 8 sessions repeated twice, in the morning and afternoon of the 2nd day.
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These are seventy five-minute communal learning spaces where participants are encouraged to ask questions, generating insightful discussions. These open Q&A sessions are led by Homeboy Industries’ staff who will facilitate conversation with participants.
Plenary Sessions
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These are ninety-minute presentations in the main hall with everyone in attendance. Each session will include a panel of presenters sharing viewpoints and stories related to the topic.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Global Homeboy Network Gathering
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When will the 2025 Gathering take place?
Sunday – Tuesday, July 27-29, 2025
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Where will the Gathering take place?
Sunday, July 27: Reception, 3:30 – 6:30 PM
Homeboy Industries, 130 Bruno Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012Monday and Tuesday, July 28 and 29; Sessions, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The California Endowment, 1000 North Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 -
How do I get to the Gathering?
Homeboy Industries and the California Endowment are conveniently located one city block from each other, just east of Chinatown Los Angeles and 2 blocks north of Union Station Los Angeles. Easy access walking from public transportation hub, Union Station or the Gold Line’s Chinatown exit. Lyft and Uber highly recommended when convenient. There is limited, free parking at the Endowment.
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Where and when do attendees go to register in-person?
If you attend the reception on July 27th, when you arrive at Homeboy Industries, you will be directed to registration, open from 3:30 – 5:30 PM.
If you are joining us on July 28th or July 29th, when you arrive at the California Endowment, you will check in with the Endowment’s lobby desk and be directed to registration, open from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Additional questions, please email: kristin@elementsevents.org
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Where can I find the agenda?
The Gathering’s agenda outline can be found here.
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Do I need to register for individual sessions?
No, you are welcome to join whichever sessions catch your interest. Please note the option to join a plenary session after you get lunch. Or just enjoy some networking time with fellow attendees.
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Are meals included?
Yes! Light hors d’oeuvres and beverages at the reception at Homeboy Industries. Breakfast, lunch and snacks at the California Endowment.
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What is the Global Homeboy Network Gathering hashtag?
Please take pictures and use the hashtag #homeboygathering whenever you post. Please also tag @homeboyind on Twitter and @homeboyindustries on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.
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Will there be internet access at the event?
Yes! Wifi is available.
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What is the dress code for the Gathering?
Casual, comfortable attire is recommended. Check the weather, it’s typically pretty hot in Los Angeles in July.
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Will the sessions be recorded?
Yes! However, only the keynote and plenary sessions will be recorded.
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I still have questions. Whom do I contact?
CONTACT
If you have questions related to the Global Homeboy Network, please contact Kristin Bray at kristin@elementsevents.org.