This course helps community members and emerging leaders move from concern to effective action by providing practical organizing and advocacy skills. Participants learn how to mobilize others, build partnerships and sustain momentum around shared goals. It also demystifies the process of creating and changing policies, providing people with clearer entry points to influence decisions that affect their communities. Overall, the course equips individuals with the tools and confidence to turn ideas into structured, lasting community impact.
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Shaniece Criss
F26-27
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Tuesday 5:00pm 6:30pm America/New_York
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