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Trainings

Our free trainings support comunity-driven problem solving and equitable engagement.

The Civic Engagement Academy (CEA) Learning Series provides community members with the tools to create lasting positive change. The trainings encourage local problem-solving and prepare residents to become community leaders, organizers, and activists.

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Upcoming Trainings

CEA Government 101 September 18, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET Virtual "Learn how the federal, state and local government works at this month's Civic Engagement Academy! This will be facilitated by our friends at the Committee of 70 and they'll give special attention to helping us become more informed leading up to the spring primaries and why our votes matter."

CEA-Goal Setting October 16, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET Virtual Learn how to set yourself up for success by creating goals to guide your work. .

Asset Mapping November 20, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET Virtual Learn how to identify the right people and resources for your work.

Building a Recruitment Plan December 18, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET Zoom-Virtual How to plan and time your outreach to engage the right people and resources.

Building Coalitions January 15, 2025 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET Zoom-Virtual Learn how to engage the right people and resources around a shared goal.

Civic Engagement Academy Learnings Series, Leading a Community Meeting February 19, 2025 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET Zoom-Virtual How to host a successful meeting and manage conflict.