In the Works

The civic incubator.

There’s no shortage of challenges facing the San Diego region. That’s why BCCA continually evaluates regional issues to identify where we’re uniquely qualified to advance progress.

Homelessness and Housing

Addressing a complex issue.

San Diego’s housing crisis affects every part of our region. Home prices are nearly double the national average. More than half of renters face housing costs they cannot afford. And more than 15,000 San Diegans experienced homelessness in 2024.

BCCA brings the right people together to build practical housing solutions. We’re listening to people most affected by the crisis and using data to guide action.

The goal is simple: help every San Diegan find a safe, stable and affordable place to call home.

BCCA Homelessness and Housing

Challenge

Our region needs more housing.

More than 15,000 San Diegans experienced homelessness in 2024. About 4,800 lived without shelter. Families, seniors and veterans all face the crisis, and it reaches far beyond people without homes.

Median home prices are nearly double the national average. More than half of renters face housing costs that strain their budgets. Workers spend hours commuting and employers lose talent. Communities lose diversity and vitality.

Solution

Increased stakeholder collaboration.

We’re helping to address housing affordability and homelessness by:

  • Bringing people together to share ideas and lived experience, helping leaders see more than one perspective.
  • Connecting advocates, developers, and planners with nonprofits, philanthropy, public agencies and private industry to make progress no single organization can alone.
  • Exploring ways to stabilize vulnerable households and keep people from becoming homeless.
  • Using research and community insight to identify practical approaches that can work at scale.

Workforce Development

Shaping the skills to fuel our future.

The future of San Diego’s economy depends on the talent we build today.

Jobs are changing fast. Generative AI is reshaping work. Employers need new skills. And more than ever, students and workers need new paths to opportunity.

BCCA brings employers, educators, civic leaders and community organizations together to build a workforce ready for what comes next.

BCCA Military Workforce Development

Challenge

Adapting to a rapidly changing economy.

San Diego’s competitiveness depends on a skilled, agile workforce. But workforce programs often struggle to keep pace.

Generative AI is reshaping jobs and the skills required. Education and training need to connect to high-growth, high-wage work. And opportunity must be open to people of all backgrounds across our region.

Solution

Build future-ready talent.

We’re working across sectors to align education and training with industry needs by:

  • Bringing employers, educators, civic leaders and community organizations together to strengthen career pathways.
  • Expanding access to entrepreneurship and innovation to help workers build new skills.
  • Tracking workforce and economic trends to identify emerging needs and opportunities.
  • Identifying opportunities for strategic public and private investment in workforce development.
  • Supporting the San Diego Regional EDC’s Inclusive Growth Metrics and its Skilled Talent goal.

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