中文市民领导力学院

Chinese Sessions

The City of Mountain View will hold its second Chinese Language Civic Leadership Academy in April 2024. The Chinese Academy is a free, eight-week-long program for Chinese-speaking Mountain View residents. The program is designed to improve participants’ understanding of local government and City services.

Through the program, participants are encouraged to increase their civic engagement, leadership and volunteerism in the community. The Academy also prepares individuals to serve on City Council advisory bodies and committees.

Read Testimonials from Graduates of the Spanish Language Civic Leadership Academy (Shown in Spanish. Use translate option).

Details about the 2024 Chinese Language Civic Leadership Academy

• Space is limited to 18 participants
• Application form is now being accepted in both English and Chinese
• For more information, download the 2024 Academy flyer in Chinese and English.

Participant Opportunities

• Learn how the Mountain View City Government works.
• Know about the services and programs that each department offers.
• Meet the members of the City Council and staff.
• Understand how Mountain View citizens can participate and get involved in issues that affect the community.
• Know your neighbors.
• Be a model and source of resources for other members of the community.

Objectives of the Program

1. Educate and increase knowledge about the issues and functions of the City, services and activities.
2. Develop awareness of the role of residents in the city government.
3. Prepare individuals to serve in advisory groups and committees.

Hours and Location

Wednesdays, April 17 - June 5 
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 
Location will vary according to topic 

Additional Information

This is the second Civic Leadership Academy in Chinese. The Spanish Language Civic Leadership Academy program launched in 2017 with over 148 participants completing the program to date. Each session is led by staff from City departments and includes information on each department’s core service function, major activities, programs and project overview. The program also features interactive exercises and group discussion.

For more information, contact Nancy Ducos at 650-903-6145 or MEP@mountainview.gov.

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