Our Mission: To improve the quality of life for everyone in greater Los Angeles by creating pathways out of poverty What We Do: UWGLA addresses the root causes of poverty through tangible solutions that work in the areas of Permanent Supportive Housing, Healthcare Advocacy and Reform, Educational Advancement and Achievement, Job Training, and Personal Financial Education. UWGLA provides expert research on the causes of poverty and develops social reports which identify key challenges and provides practical roadmaps for lasting change.