urban leaderhip institute

Developing World Class Leaders
in Urban Communities

Saturday, October 19, 2024 -
January 20, 2025

Live/In-Person - Greater Los Angeles Area
+ Weekly Live Online via Zoom

Empower your leadership journey and make a lasting impact in your community with the Urban Leadership Academy, a comprehensive 12-week training program designed for emerging leaders committed to social change and civic engagement.

This program combines practical skills, strategic thinking, and community activism to equip you with the tools necessary for effective grassroots leadership.

Course Overview:

The Urban Leadership Academy offers a unique blend of expert-led workshops, community-based projects, and collaborative learning. From a full-day orientation retreat to an inspiring graduation ceremony, participants will engage deeply with the principles of leadership, community organizing, and civic responsibility.

Week-by-Week Topics:

• Orientation Retreat: Begin your leadership journey with a day dedicated to goal setting, networking, and an overview of the transformative weeks ahead.
  
  
• Foundations of Grassroots Leadership: Understand the core principles of effective leadership within community and grassroots contexts.
  
  
• Community Organizing & Engagement: Learn the strategies for mobilizing community members, fostering participation, and building coalitions.
  
  
• Effective Communication & Public Speaking: Master the art of public speaking and learn how to communicate your vision persuasively.
  
  
• Policy Analysis & Advocacy: Dive into policy analysis techniques and strategies for effective advocacy at local and national levels.
  
  
• Social Media & Digital Campaigning: Explore how to leverage social media and digital tools for advocacy, engagement, and building movements.
  
  
• Fundraising & Resource Mobilization: Gain insights into fundraising strategies and how to mobilize resources for community projects.
  
  
• Conflict Resolution & Negotiation: Learn techniques for managing conflicts, negotiating effectively, and building consensus.
  
  
• Project Management for Social Initiatives: Understand the fundamentals of managing projects, from planning to execution and evaluation.
  
  
• Ethical Leadership & Decision Making: Explore the ethical dimensions of leadership and the importance of values-driven decision-making.
  
  
• Building and Sustaining Volunteer Networks: Learn how to recruit, manage, and retain volunteers to support your cause and amplify your impact.
  
  
• Strategic Planning & Visioning for the Future: Develop a strategic plan for your community initiatives, focusing on long-term impact and sustainability.
  
  

Graduation Ceremony: Celebrate your achievements, share your project outcomes, and join a network of alumni committed to ongoing social change.

Throughout the program, participants will benefit from mentorship, peer learning, and practical experience in leading community initiatives.

The Urban Leadership Academy is perfect for individuals passionate about making a difference, advocating for change, and leading with purpose.

Step into your potential and drive meaningful change with the Urban Leadership Academy. Join us and be part of the next generation of community leaders.