"Expanding Our Bench Strength”:

• August 9-10, 2008 - at Pacific Palms Conference Resort and Lodge, Industry Hills, CA

The Civic Leadership Training is an experiential and comprehensive 2.5 day training designed by and for Asian and Pacific Islanders (API). This intimate class of 15-30 existing and emerging leaders will develop the skills needed to take their civic engagement to the next level.

The CLT will help participants expand their Civic & Political Network and better understand and navigate the civic and political framework (including the electoral process) to build capacity in both political and community organizations

Program Components
Positioning Yourself for Levels of Participation
Networking Skills and Personal Branding
Understanding Your Leadership Style
Individual Positioning: Civic and Political Process Plan
Advocacy Training
Assertive Communication: Sharing Your Vision

Applicants should have
1) A strong interest in addressing API community issues and concerns
2) Demonstrated leadership experience or active involvement in professional, academic, community or private arenas
3) A strong desire to run for elected office, seek appointed positions in public office or increase involvement in nonprofit organizations

Support for the CLI funded by:
The James Irvine Foundation
The Ford Foundation
Southern California Edison
AT&T

TUITION - $100
     Includes instruction materials, lodging
     and meals

Register HERE!

2008 FLYER DOWNLOAD: PDF

For additional information on the Civic Leadership Training, please contact:
Reimar Macaranas
Community Program Manager
(213) 485-1422 ext. 4102
rmacaranas@leap.org