Members of the Asheville community are invited to learn more about the O.U.R. Asheville Academy – a community engagement leadership academy that is accepting applications for its next orientation on June 1, 2024. The academy is open to youth and adults residing within the city limits of Asheville. A virtual information session will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 6 p.m. Please RSVP to receive the virtua l meeting link.
What is O.U.R. Academy?
“Organizing and Uniting to Re-Power” (O.U.R.) Asheville is an interactive, hands-on learning opportunity that will address the areas of community connectedness, community research, community development and mental health, and community mobilization. Academy participants will benefit from peer-to-peer learning opportunities, networking connections and résumé-building skills. Additionally, participants who complete all 8 weeks of the academy will receive a stipend of $500.
Graduates (“O.U.R. Asheville Community Connectors”) will receive a certificate of completion and will be positioned to assist with organizing events in their communities and/or leading community discussions and input opportunities related to other City projects and initiatives.
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