Huntsville looking for applicants for Civic Engagement Academy
HUNTSVILLE, Ala (WHNT) — The city of Huntsville says it is looking for applicants for its Fall 2024 session of the Civic Engagement Academy (CEA).
The free, six week program is presented by the city’s Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The city said CEA is a great way to learn more about city government and how it fits into the community. The program combines both classroom and interactive instruction providing participants with a full understanding of civic engagement.
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“The Civic Engagement Academy is more than a program; it’s a gateway to fostering positive community impact,” Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Kenny Anderson said. “We encourage all eligible individuals who share our commitment to community involvement to apply and embark on this transformative journey with us.”
The Fall 2024 session will kick off on Sept. 24 with orientation and then run every Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Here is a full schedule:
Sept. 24: Orientation / How Our City Operates
Oct. 1: Our City Growing
Oct. 8: Our City Safe, Secure & Responding
Oct. 15: Our City at Work at City Hall
Oct. 22: Our City Maintaining
Oct. 29: Our City Engaging
Nov. 5: Our Community Resources
Nov. 19: Graduation
The CEA will be open to the first 50 applicants who meet the eligibility requirements. Applicants need to be 19 years old and a resident, business owner or student in Huntsville.
The city said participants are expected to attend at least five of the six classes in order to graduate.
You can apply to participate in the CEA here.
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