Are you ready to shape the future of West Hollywood? The is city now accepting applications for the Fall 2024 Civic Leadership Academy, a program which shows residents the who, what and why behind city policies and operations.
The WeHo Civic Leadership Academy is a unique multi-session program that provides community members with an in-depth understanding of how their municipal government operates and delivers services while empowering them to advance community priorities and shape the future of local governance. Each week, attendees will interact with leaders within the WeHo government and our community service partners, while working closely with and learning from like-minded peers.
West Hollywood provides a broad array of programs and services to its constituents. Sessions will feature workshops, roundtables, lectures, networking opportunities, tours, and Q&A segments. Refreshments will be provided. Session topics are subject to change from what is shown below.
Responding to a strong community desire for more insight into city operations and civic processes, City Council directed the creation of the Civic Leadership Academy in 2019. This initiative is built upon open discussions and knowledge-sharing to empower an informed, involved and engaged community.
The program is open to:
- West Hollywood residents or employees
- West Hollywood appointed officials
- West Hollywood business owners or proprietors
- Recipients or providers of City services
Priority will be given to current board or commission appointees, and City residents in that order. Participants must be 18 years or older by the first Academy session and must commit to attending a minimum of nine program sessions.
Each cohort will host approximately 25 participants.
Click here to proceed with application. Questions? Email academy@weho.org or call 323-848-6460
The program comprises 11 sessions, usually held Wednesdays from 6 PM to 8 PM, with an additional Saturday morning ‘field trip.’ Attendees must attend at least eight sessions to receive a Certificate of Completion. If you miss any sessions, you can retake them in the next available academy series. If the current schedule doesn’t fit yours, another cohort will be announced. Sessions will be held at the Library CMR, Council Chambers, Plummer Park, the Sheriff’s Station and other potential locations around West Hollywood.
When will sessions run?
Most sessions will be held Wednesdays from 6PM to 8PM with an additional Saturday session.
Will there be parking?
We will validate parking for each session. Parking information will be provided prior to each session.0
Will food and drinks be offered?
A meal and refreshments will be served at each session.
Do I need a laptop?
Computers are not necessary but you are free to bring one if you desire.
Does the Academy cost anything?
No! It is completely free to all admitted attendees.
Will there be homework?
There will be no homework!
Schedule
Note: Session 1 begins Wednesday, September 18.
Session 1
Orientation & Community Background
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 6:00 pm
Session 2
Tuesday, October 01, 2024 6:00 pm
Session 3
Wednesday, October 09, 2024 9:00 am
Session 4
Saturday, October 12, 2024 6:00 pm
Session 5
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 6:00 pm
Session 6
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 6:00 pm
Session 7
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 6:00 pm
Session 8
Wednesday, November 06, 2024 6:00 pm
Session 9
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00 pm
Session 10
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 6:00 pm
Session 11
Commencement
Close
Terrific! It’s actually happening next month.
Great way to teach civic engagement.
The city is so screwed up…..but they think it’s something special. Too funny.
There’s a few council candidates that could use this course.
Starting with the Mayor.