Spanish Language Civic Leadership Academy

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Spanish Sessions

Applications for the 2023 Spanish Language Civic Leadership Academy will be available May 18, 2023 through August 18, 2023.

2023 Spanish Civic Leadership Academy Application (Spanish)

2023 Spanish Civic Leadership Academy Application (English)

City to host 2023 academy with sessions in person

The City of Mountain View will hold a Spanish Language Civic Leadership Academy beginning in September. Registration opens on May 18.

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.

Testimonials from Graduates

La Ciudad en camino a ofrecer Academia para hispanohablantes

La ciudad de Mountain View ofrecerá la Academia de Liderazgo Cívico en español empezando en septiembre. La inscripción para la Academia de 2023 se inicia el 18 de mayo.

A través de este programa, se motiva a los asistentes a incrementar su compromiso cívico y de voluntariado en la comunidad. La Academia también prepara a los integrantes para servir en los distintos organismos y comités consultivos del Concejo de la Ciudad.

2023 Solicitud -Academia de Liderazgo Cívico (inglés)

2023 Solicitud -Academia de Liderazgo Cívico (español)

Haga clic aquí para ver la versión completa en español.

Details about 2023 Spanish Language Civic Leadership Academy

Must be at least 18 years old
Mountain View resident
Commitment to attend all 10 sessions over 10 weeks
Meets every week on Wednesdays from 5:30—8:30 p.m.
September 6 - November 8, 2023
Space is limited to 20 participants.
Registration is open through August 18, 2023.
Application form will be available in English and Spanish starting in May.
Commitment to attend all 10 sessions over 10 weeks

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
Connect with nonprofit organizations in Mountain View

Objectives of the Program

Educate and increase knowledge about the issues and functions of the City, services, activities
Develop awareness of the role of residents in the city government
Prepare individuals to serve in advisory groups and committees
Explore opportunities to serve on nonprofit boards in the community.

Hours and Location

The 2023 Civic Leadership Academy will meet every Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., from September 6 through November 8. The sessions will meet in person at various City of Mountain View facilities. Classes are free to the public.

Additional Information

This is the fifth year that the City is hosting the Academy. The program launched in 2017 with over 130 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, Nancy Ducos can be reached at 650-903-6145 or nancy.ducos@mountainview.gov.

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