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Noreen McClendon

Nonprofit leader, published author, filmmaker, and public speaker dedicated to transforming South Los Angeles through advocacy, art, and community leadership for over 40 years.

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Noreen McClendon — Author, Filmmaker and South Central LA Community Leader
700+
Affordable Housing Units
40+
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8
Published Books
1997
EITP Film Program
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Community Builder. Author. Changemaker.

Noreen McClendon is a nonprofit leader, published author, filmmaker, and public speaker dedicated to transforming South Los Angeles. As Executive Director of CCSCLA, she has championed affordable housing, environmental justice, and youth empowerment for decades.

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A Road Map Out of Pain: Noreen McClendon's Hurt People Highway Is the Relationship Book Nobody Knew Was Missing

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Affordable Housing Wins in South LA: Lessons from CCSCLA's 700+ Units Under Noreen McClendon's Leadership

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Daughter of an Activist: Noreen McClendon's Continuation of Juanita Tate's South LA Legacy

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