Black-led stem & coding programs in LA County
Robotics, computer science, engineering and science programs for young people. In LA several of the strongest are free and run by nonprofits, though many have age floors that start at 10 or at high school.
4 programs · every Black-led label carries its evidence.
The Hidden Genius Project - Los Angeles (Intensive Immersion Program)
Inglewood · high school (Black male youth)
Oakland-HQ nonprofit with LA site in Inglewood; LA5 and LA6 cohorts referenced (2025). 15-month Intensive Immersion Program plus shorter Catalyst workshops. Mission: 'trains and mentors Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills.' Also newly opened a Long Beach site (per 2026 council post) - address not verified.
Free
SoLA Robotics (South LA Robotics)
Gardena · ages 9+
Founded 2019; 'empowering underserved youth in South Los Angeles by providing access to hands-on robotics education.' Facebook lists 'Community Technology Clubs, Ages 9+' in partnership with City of Gardena Recreation. Site footer shows a placeholder address; Gardena mailing address from Idealist/ActivityHero. 2026 class enrollment 'opening soon.'
Cost not listed
URBAN TXT: Teens Exploring Technology
South LA, Los Angeles · grades 7-11
Claims 95% of participants attend 4-year universities and 75% major in CS; 1,500+ students/yr. Programs: Youth Development, Coding, Business Development, Design Thinking.
Free
Black Girls Code - Los Angeles Summer Camp (LA Chapter)
South LA, Los Angeles · ages 10-17 (camp); chapter serves Black girls 12-19
2026 LA camp Jul 27-31 at Baldwin Bethany CDC, SOLD OUT; game-development curriculum. LA chapter Instagram lists Black girls 12-19 with virtual events at 3pm PT. National org HQ Oakland.
Cost not listed