Charlotte Civic Leadership Academy
The City of Charlotte's Civic Leadership Academy (CLA) is a free 13-course program designed for Charlotte residents who are ready to take the next step in being community leaders and improving the quality of life in all of Charlotte's neighborhoods. The CLA provides an overview of city government and provides participants the opportunity to grow in their leadership, analyze issues using data, connect with decision makers and other Charlotte leaders, and make a difference in their communities.
The program is offered twice a year and participation is determined through a competitive application process. (See Frequently Asked Questions regarding participant selection and strong applications.)
Applications for the Spring 2023 cohort will close January 26, 2023 at 11:59 pm.
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I think it was a fantastic class it
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Charlotte from where it's been how it
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as a community the Academy prepared me
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to be a better leader in Charlotte by
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giving me more information than I had
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about the City of Charlotte it
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introduced me to various departments
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available to me and it exposed me to a
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Benefits of Participation
- Receive a personalized leadership assessment and leadership development training
- Enhance your understanding of Charlotte history, demographics and decision making
- Develop relationships with other community leaders and leaders in local government
- Learn how to use data to articulate challenges and advocate for resources for your community
- Get a behind the scenes look at how the City of Charlotte works and develop specialized knowledge about the departments and programs of the City of Charlotte
Leaders with vision and clarity of purpose will push our community forward. Our leadership development program will equip you with self and social awareness, emotional intelligence and the ability to collaborate and exercise influence to be a better advocate for your family, neighborhood and our greater Charlotte Community.
With
Charlotte and Mecklenburg County’s ranking of last in social mobility, our
community needs a renewed focus on how we all can play a part in creating an
equitable community and how we can expand opportunities for all residents
living in our community. The CLA will
give you tools to understand our collective history and work to achieve more
positive outcomes for all in the future.
The
City’s government structure can feel complicated and you may not know how to
access decision making. The CLA will
take you behind the scenes of each department and give you access to government
leaders who are making decisions every day that impact residents’ lives. In our interactive workshops, you will also
have the ability to build relationships with city staff and elected
officials.
Eligibility
- Resident of the city of Charlotte
- Commitment to continued community leadership
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Ability to attend at least 10 out of 13 sessions
Academy Workshops Cover:
- Introduction to the City of Charlotte
- Charlotte History, Implicit Bias, and Quality of Life Data
- Leadership Development
- Charlotte Government 101
- Community Safety
- Environment
- Economic Development
- Transportation and Planning
- Housing & Neighborhood Development
- City Budget and Decision-Making
- Capital Improvement Projects
- How to join Boards and Commissions
Spring 2023 Schedule
Tuesday, March 14 (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
Saturday, March 18 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Wednesday, March 22 (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Tuesday, March 28 (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM) *
Saturday, April 1 (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Tuesday, April 4 (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM) *
Wednesday, April 12 (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Saturday, April 15 (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
Tuesday, April 18 (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM) *
Thursday, April 20 (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM) *
Wednesday, April 26 (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
Tuesday, May 2 (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Thursday, May 4 (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
*Denotes virtual sessions
Civic Leadership Academy Online
We're excited to announce that more CLA videos are coming soon! Keep an eye out for new content that will be packed with valuable information and insights about the City of Charlotte and our partners. Whether you're looking to learn something new or just need a refresher, our CLA Online videos will have something for all residents. We're working hard to create a diverse range of videos on topics covered in the Civic Leadership Academy. So make sure to subscribe to our channel and stay tuned for the latest updates!
CLA Online
City of Charlotte
Mecklenburg County
Economic Development Department
Aviation Department
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department
Charlotte Fire Department
Charlotte Department of Transportation
Charlotte Area Transit System
Strategy & Budget
City Clerk's Office