Program evaluation resources available through the University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota has launched a new service: Program Evaluation Resources at the University of Minnesota.

Program evaluation is the systematic collection of information for use to improve effectiveness and make decisions with regard to what those programs are doing and affecting. This site was designed to help local nonprofit and government organizations connect with program evaluation resources at the University of Minnesota. Find expertise, student assistance, educational opportunities and more on the site.

H.I.R.E Minnesota Health, Infrastructure and Renewable Energy-Town Hall Meeting

This is a first in a series of Town Hall Meetings throughout the Minneapolis & St. Paul Area.

Green Jobs For Our Communities

What: Come to learn about green collar jobs and construction opportunities with free food and musical entertainment!

Who: Summit Academy OIC (SAOIC), EJAM, MN Baptist Convention, Alliance for Metropolitan Stability, Stairstep, ISAIAH, Insight News, MN OIC State Council, Congressman Keith Ellison, elected officials, community members, and YOU

Where: Minneapolis Urban League
2100 Plymouth Avenue North,
Minneapolis, MN 55411

When: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Why: Come to offer YOUR vision and learn about how YOU can help a campaign supporting renewable energy jobs to improve your community life.

For further information about the program, guests, and schedules, contact Alessandra Williams at 612-278-5259.

Sponsor-Summit Academy OIC, 935 Olson Memorial Hwy, Minneapolis, MN 55405

http://www.saoic.org

National Black MBA Association - Twin Cities Chapter

National Black MBA Association - Twin Cities Chapter

Are you interested in being a mentor to a high school student?
The NBMBAA's Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT) invites you to join us for a mentor kick off meeting. Come learn about our program and how you can have a positive impact on a young persons life.

When: Saturday, December 13, 10:00 - 11:00am
Where: University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management Rm 1-143

Thank you for your help and I look forward to seeing you on Saturday.

Sincerely,
Jamal Thompson Director of Education
communications@nbmbaatc.org

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is accepting applications for the NCE Commission

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is accepting applications from residents for one position on the newly created Neighborhood and Community Engagement Commission.

The role of the commission will be to shape how the City engages its residents and works with neighborhood and community organizations, as well as oversee programming details and funding for neighborhood revitalization work. The resident who will be appointed by the MPRB on January 2, 2009 will be part of the 16-member commission. Of the remaining members, eight residents will be selected by neighborhood organizations and seven will be appointed by the Mayor and Council Members of Minneapolis.

The application deadline for the MPRB appointed commission position is December 19, 2008. Applicants are required to be Minneapolis residents who do not hold a current election certificate. Current MPRB employees are not eligible. Applications are available at: www.minneapolisparks.org (click on news item)·

612-230-6400
MPRB Customer Service Area,
2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, 55411
MPRB Recreation Centers

Sincerely,
Annie Young
Citywide Park Commissioner

Prof. Dev.: MCN MN Foundations 2009

In the midst of economic uncertainty, it is especially important for you to think strategically about developing a sound and nimble fundraising plan for 2009. To do this, you need to know Minnesota foundations' giving priorities, shifts and strategies for the year ahead.

Attend MCN's Minnesota Foundations 2009 (http://www.mncn.org/event_fundraising.htm#Minnesota) where you will learn specific, up-to-the-minute information about the priorties, financial outlooks, program shifts, and staffing of more than 75 of Minnesota's most important foundations. Use this information to feed directly into your 2009 fundraising plan and ensure fundraising success, even in difficult times.

Minnesota Foundations 2009 is also a great opportunity for you to network with hundredes of your peers involved in fundraising, and share resources and strategies to further augment your fundraising efforts.

Minnesota Foundations 2009 Details:
Tuesday, December 91 - 4:30 p.m. (registration opens after lunch at 12:30 p.m.)
Continuing Education and Conference Center, 1840 Buford Ave., St. Paul, 55108

Directions and parking information: http://www.cce.umn.edu/conferencecenter/directions/index.html

To register: http://www.mncn.org/event_fundraising.htm#Minnesota

Minnesota Foundations 2009 assumes a working knowledge of proposal writing, budgeting and the basics of foundation and corporate grantmaking. All participants receive a copy of the publication 2009 Minnesota Grants Directory, which will be released at the event.

See you there!


Stephanie Haddad
Program Director
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
2314 University Avenue West, Ste 20
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Dir: 651-757-3071
Gen: 651-642-1904
stephanie@mncn.orghttp://www.mncn.org/

P.S. Can't make it to the event, but still want to get the publication? Order your copy of the 2009 Minnesota Grants Directory! http://www.mncn.org/grants_directory.htm

Human Rights Day Conference and Forum, Friday, December 5, 2008

Keynote Speaker Kweisi Mfume Bio
Plenary Speaker Judge Paul H. Anderson Bio
Download a Conference Registration Form (pdf) Register online


“Look back, but march forward.” - Johnnie Carr (1911-2008)

Acclaimed civil rights activist Kweisi Mfume will keynote Minnesota’s 25th Annual Human Rights Day Conference, to be held Friday, December 5 at Saint Paul RiverCentre. Former president of the NAACP and a former U.S. Representative, Mfume has dedicated himself to civil rights and community investment efforts that have helped to shape a more humane American public policy.

Associate Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Paul H. Anderson will deliver this year’s plenary address.

Kweisi Mfume
The theme of this year's conference is based on a quote from Johnnie Carr, fellow activist of Rosa Parks and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who encouraged young people “to look and to see what has happened in the past, and move forward and see what you can do for the future.” CHOOSE FROM 20 POWERFUL WORKSHOPS ON THE ISSUES AND FORCES SHAPING OUR SOCIETY TODAY. SELECT WORKSHOPS INCLUDE:

Session One

• Emergency Preparedness: Addressing Disability Issues in the Workplace
• Grant Writing for Human Rights Commissions - two hours
• Mentally Ill Offenders
• Immigration Raids' Impact on Legal Immigrants and Communities
• U.S. Racial Justice Treaty Obligations: Minnesota's Role
• We are Family -- Developments in Legal Recognition of Same-Sex Couples

Session Two

• Cases and Conversation: A 2008 Legal Update
• Class, Race, Poverty, and Public Assistance
• Eliminating Bias in the Interview and Hiring Process
• Tips for Successful Human Rights Mediation
• Tribal Sovereignty: Historical Perspectives and Current Realities

Session Three

• Cultural Competency in Healthcare
• Environmental Justice from a Human Rights Perspective
• Grant Writing for Human Rights Commissions -- two hours (repeat of morning sessions)
• Q&A with Kweisi Mfume, Keynote
• Working with Hmong Clients in the Legal Setting
• Worthington Police/Community Relations

Session Four

• Building Community in the Midst of Diversity
• Fair Housing Laws and their Impact on Seniors
• The ADA and Returning Veterans
• Underrepresented Students in Higher Education
• Understanding Cultural Dynamics between African and African American Communities

For more information about the conference, registration and presenters, please visit: http://www.humanrights.state.mn.us/events_hrday.html

Jewish Community Action Call for NCRC Foreclosure Freeze Volunteers

From: David Snyder <david@jewishcommunityaction.org>
Date: Tue, Nov 25, 2008 at 4:01 PM

Northside Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) presents:

HOME FOR THE WINTER INITIATIVE

FREEZING FORECLOSURES BEFORE THEY FREEZE US!

NCRC volunteers have identified over 500 North Minneapolis residents who received adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) in 2007 or are currently delinquent on their mortgage payments. On Monday December 1^st- Thursday December 4^th from 5pm-7pm we will be going out in groups of 2 to visit these residents to make sure they know they may be able to get a loan modification by working with a foreclosure prevention counselor at one of several local agencies. The counseling is free of charge.

We need volunteers to visit these neighbors and protect our community's wealth from predatory lenders and foreclosure! There will be a brief training, as well as t-shirts and free food afterwards for all volunteers. Simply RSVP to Lance Knuckles at 612-239-2960 or morphcommunity@yahoo.com and then show up at 5pm at the Minneapolis Urban League on any of the four nights: Monday December 1^st- Thursday December 4^th.

NCRC Members:

ACORN

Hawthorne Neighborhood Council

Harrison Neighborhood Association

Jordan Area Community Council

Lao Assistance Center of Minnesota

Minneapolis Urban League

Minnesota State Baptist Convention

Northside Residents Redevelopment Council

NCRC Allies & Partners:

Jewish Community Action

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity

Community Action Partnership of Suburban Hennepin county

ACORN Housing

Hennepin County

Legal Aid

Project NEON

NorthWay Community Trust

David Snyder

Jewish Community Action

2375 University Avenue West, Suite 150

St. Paul, MN 55114

651-632-2184 (phone) 651-632-2188 (fax)

david@jewishcommunityaction.org

TCRG: New Presentation for Downloading

From: Doug Petty dr.petty@yahoo.com

The September 10 PowerPoint presentation by Barbara Ronningen, Demographer at the State Demographers Office, on Preparations for the 2010 Census is now posted on the TCRG website www.TwinCitiesResearch.org for downloading.

To download these and earlier presentations go to the TwinCitiesResearch.org website. You will need to Sign In, or if you have not Signed In with Yahoo and joined the Twin Cities Research Group, you will be required to Sign Up for a Yahoo ID (Free, but will cost you a few minutes to get a Yahoo e-mail) to gain access to the TCRG files area and other features of the TCRG website at Yahoo Groups.com. You only need to register once to get access to all the presentations posted.

Find the presentation by clicking on "Files" on the left column of the TwinCitiesResearch.org webpage. If "Files" is greyed out, you will need to sign in or Sign Up as a member of the TCRG group with Yahoo

On the "Files " page, look for the brown bag presentations folder. Right click on the presentation you want in the folder and download the file onto your computer. Most of the files are executable compressed (zip) files. Once downloaded, click on the file on your computer to open it with PowerPoint presentation or Acrobat Reader software.

If you have concerns, problems, or even praise, post a message to me or to the group for comment.

The Twin Cities Research Group ListServe now reaches over 320 active analysts, researchers, planners, and others active in the social sciences! Thanks for putting your trust in this informal service group over the past year.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Wednesday, December 10 brown bag presentation at the Wilder Foundation (Lexington & University Aves.in St. Paul) by Angie Eilers, Research and Policy Director for Growth and Justice, will present research on the return on investment from the cost of increasing the number of post-secondary degrees inMinnesota by 50 percent by 2020.

January 14, Erika Martin, explains the methods and findings of the State Dept. of Human Services' MFIP Longitudinal Study.

February 11 -- Joe Hollman of Cushman Wakefield examines the historical business cycles of the commercial-industrial property market.

March 11 -- Larry Baker discusses his research on household attitudes and social norms concerning our carbon footprint.

Have something YOU want to present to Twin Cities researchers? If so, send a short description/proposal of your idea to the TCRG list moderator: dr.petty@yahoo.com

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Professional Development: Leadership training specifically for nonprofits from MCN

Leaders in the nonprofit sector are called upon every day to engage, inspire and motivate communities to enhance the public good. This requires smart leaders - and smart leadership training - distinct from that of business and government. MCN's Nonprofit Leadership Institutes - tailored to fit the needs of leaders wherever you are on your career path - will move you to the next level of nonprofit leadership understanding and engagement. Have you ever wanted to: Meet regularly, and build deep relationships, with your peers in order to explore the unique challenges and opportunities inherent in being a nonprofit leader? Be challenged to think analytically about complex nonprofit leadership issues, from strategic communications to community engagement to financial sustainability? Feel more inspired as a nonprofit leader? Have time to reflect on your nonprofit leadership path, and that of your organization? If so, MCN's Nonprofit Leadership Institute is for you! For eight months, your cohort of no more than 25 leaders from across the nonprofit sector will gather for a full day, covering topics ranging from setting leadership goals to gaining power and influence. During your experience you will draw on the expertise of the faculty, guest speakers and that of each other. Read more about the 2009 Nonprofit Leadership Institutes. You are invited to attend a free informational session about the Leadership Institutes, where you'll meet with faculty and hear from past participants. Dates, times, and locations include: Thursday, November 20, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, 2314 University Ave. West, St. Paul 55114 Register for the November session now Monday, December 1, Webinar from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Register for the December Webinar now Friday, December 12, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, 2314 University Ave. West, St. Paul 55114 Register for the December session now Wednesday, January 14, Webinar from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Register for the January Webinar now I look forward to seeing you at one of these sessions soon! Regards, Nicole P.S. The Leadership Institute has two cohorts - one for senior managers and the other for strategic connectors. Help grow your organization's leaders by passing this email along to a colleague, peer, supervisee or anyone else seeking to grow in the nonprofit sector.

Leadership Conference on Civil Rights Offers Fundraising Fellowship for Person of Color

The Carol H. Pitchersky Development Fellowship was established by the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights Education Fund (LCCREF) to develop and broaden the capacity of social justice organizations to raise funds necessary to serve their respective missions and further the civil rights community’s goals of equality, equal opportunity and mutual respect. The Fellowship program will identify and support persons of color who are aspiring development professionals, who have demonstrated a commitment to civil rights and social justice, and who wish to advance their careers in nonprofit fundraising. The 2009-2011 Fellow will be placed at the national office of the ACLU in New York City. To apply, download and complete the application form from http://www.civilrights.org/about/lccref/fellowship.html

The application deadline is January 15, 2009

The Fellowship includes:

A health and benefits package consistent with the benefits provided to regular staff members of the host organization;
Mentoring from one member of a committee of fundraising professionals dedicated to the institutional advancement of social justice and civil rights organizations. These individuals include colleagues of Carol H. Pitchersky who now serve as members of the CHP Development Fellowship Review and Mentoring Committee;
Association with a network of development professionals committed to and experienced in fund development, strategic planning and leadership in the civil rights and human rights community;
Training in development strategies and operations as they are applied to nonprofit organizations
in the social justice sector.

The salary range is from $40,000 to $65,000

Applicant Requirements: The Fellowship program will identify and support persons of color who are aspiring development /fundraising professionals, who are U.S. citizens and have demonstrated a commitment to civil rights and social justice, and wish to advance their careers in nonprofit fundraising. Fellows serve two-year terms of employment at organization in the social justice community.

For more information, contact the LCCREF Development Office at

(202) 466-1887 or email CHPFellowship@civilrights.org or go to http://www.civilrights.org/about/lccref/fellowship.html

Minnesota Women's Political Caucus is looking for Board Members

About MWPC



The primary purpose of MWPC parallels that of NWPC - increasing the number of elected and appointed women in office. This has been done by targeting, endorsing, contributing funds and volunteers, working to publicize women's campaigns, and encouraging members to serve on campaign committees. The screening, endorsement and funding of candidates is carried out by a separate Political Action Committee (PAC).
MWPC also lobbies on issues of concern to women, and provides a variety of programs for the purpose of informing and energizing its membership. It also pubishes a quarterly newsletter, Caucus Times. Since 1979, MWPC has maintained an office with part-time staff. It was a founding member of the Minnesota Women's Consortium, where it continues to be a political resource and supporter of Consortium activities such as its annual Women and Girls Come to the Capitol.



for more info: http://www.mnwpc.org/about.cfm
Board of Directors Job Description
The Board of Directors is the governing body of the MWPC and MWPC Education Council. The Board of Directors exists to fulfil the organizational mission and serve the membership of the MPWC and MWPC Education Council. The Board of Directors develops the annual business plan and approves the operating budget. The Board also works to satisfy the long-range strategic plan, recieves committee reports, participates in board recruitment, election of board leadership, supporting and working with the Executive Director and approves policies and procedures for the MWPC.
Board member terms are two calendar years.



BECOMING A BOARD MEMBER SOUNDS LIKE TOO MUCH WORK??
We are always looking for volunteers to serve on the following committees:
Membership Committee
Development Committee
Diversity Outreach Committee
Events Committee

MIZNA looking for New Board members

Mizna, a forum for Arab American art, is looking for new board members. If you are interested in serving on the board of our ground breaking Arab American organization, please send an email to us at Mizna@Mizna.org. Put "board member" in the subject heading.

Please tell us:

1. What your interest is in Mizna.
2. What you could bring to the board of Mizna.
3. Any current board or organizational affiliations.

We are especially interested in board members with experience in legal issues, finance, development, and Arab American arts. Board members attend monthly meetings and serve on committees.

Find out more about Mizna at http://www.mizna.org/

Please reply to Mizna by October 15. If you have questions, feel free to email us at Mizna@Mizna.org and put "board member" in the subject line of your email.

website at http://www.mizna.org/

Annual Conference on Policy Analysis 10/15/08

The conference provides an opportunity for analysts and policy-makers to explore timely topics that reflect the importance of analysis in formulating policy decisions in government. Conference sessions provide an opportunity to:

• Gain insight into current trends and changes in the policy-making environment
• Explore current policy issues and processes in concurrent workshop sessions
• Share ideas with others from around Minnesota
  

Who Should AttendEconomic and policy analysts from all levels of government and education; administrators; appointed and elected officials; representatives from the business and nonprofit communities; and others interested in policy analysis.

For Registration QuestionsContact 612-624-4000

For Program QuestionsContact Sara Van Essendelft, 612-624-3708 or cceconf5@umn.edu

Sponsors:

College of Continuing Education, University of Minnesota

Economic Resource GroupCo-Sponsors

Citizens League

Hamline University School of Business

Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota

State of Students of Color & American Indian Students Conference: The other Minnesota Get Together™

MMEP is proud to share the news that Dr. Ronald Ferguson, director, Achievement Gap Institute at Harvard University will deliver the luncheon keynote address at the 2008 State of Students of Color & American Indian Students Conference on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008.

Ferguson is the creator and director of the Tripod Project for School Improvement. His research over the last several years has focused on racial achievement gaps, and has appeared in publications of the National Research Council, the Brookings Institution, the U.S. Department of Education, Educational Research Service, and others. Ferguson received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and his Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, both in economics.

Register online today and take advantage of early-bird discounted pricing. Better yet, become a member and be eligible to attend the Members’ Only Breakfast and Report Pre-Release.

For more information please visit www.mmep.net

Citizens League Poverty Policy Project

The Citizens League is gearing up for our upcoming Poverty Policy Project – and we need your help. Join us for an initial set of public conversations to help us frame and focus our work. We believe that by developing policies that are based not just on sound research, but on the knowledge and wisdom that comes from the service providers and the people who are impacted by and living within poverty, we will develop better policy strategies on this critical issue.

The Poverty Policy Project, and these initial conversations, will convene a broad base of stakeholders - from interested citizens and community partners to service providers and state and government officials. We would appreciate your participation and your assistance in moving forward to shape the Citizens League's approach to this important issue.

The goal of the public conversation is to 1) continue the conversation about how to reframe the way we look at poverty; 2) address common misconceptions about poverty and provide recent research; 3) develop a network of citizens, organizations and institutions to work on this issue and 4) generate policy recommendations to appropriate entities.

To begin this process, we need your help in framing and focusing the questions we will tackle. The following sessions will take place at Flannery Construction (1375 St. Anthony Avenue, St. Paul):

Option I
Tuesday
September 9

12:00-1:30 p.m.

Option II
Wednesday
September 10
5:00-6:30 p.m.

Option III
Friday
September 19
7:30-9:00 a.m.


Click here to RSVP online – or if you prefer, or have some questions, please don't hesitate to contact me or Bob DeBoer, Director of Policy Development (bdeboer@citizensleague.org or 651-293-0575 ext. 13). We will send you an email confirming your session, with driving and parking directions and a list of the other participants in your session.

Can't make it to a session? We still want your feedback! Click here to fill out a very short survey (only four questions) about poverty – and perceptions of poverty – in Minnesota.

On behalf of the Citizens League, we thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing about your experiences and insights.

Sincerely,


Rebecca McDonald │ Poverty Policy Intern │ 555 N. Wabasha St., Suite 240 │ Saint Paul, MN 55102 │ 651.293.0575 │ www.citizensleague.org

2008 MN Justice Forum: Employing a New Strategy 10/6

SAVE-THE-DATE

2008 Minnesota Justice Forum

Oct. 6, 2008
8:30 a.m. – noon
Minnesota History Center

Employing a new strategy

Enhancing public safety and reducing cost by increasing access to employment

Presented by Goodwill/Easter Seals Minnesota and 180 Degrees, Inc.

Policymakers and community leaders of all stripes have recognized the need to improve the ability of individuals with criminal records to gain employment in order to successfully re-enter society. This is based upon public safety and cost-effectiveness, as well as a belief in redemption for those who have paid their debt to society.

The 2008 Minnesota Justice Forum will bring these parties together to continue the work that has been started to create a targeted, coordinated, community-wide approach to passage of effective legislation during the 2009 Minnesota Legislative session.

Planned forum highlights

· U.S. Representative Keith Ellison will speak about the Second Chance Act and activity at the national level.

· Organizations will be invited to submit policy proposals for viewing at the forum.

· A panel of community leaders will discuss the impact on the community and what effective policy might look like.

· Current research and best practices will be discussed.

· There will be an opportunity to form working groups to develop legislative proposals for the 2009 session and connect with legislators.

The Council on Crime and Justice convenes the Minnesota Justice Forum to connect policymakers and community leaders to create just and effective criminal justice policy.

If you have any questions, please contact Mark Haase at the Council on Crime and Justice, 612-353-3020.

--
Sarah Walker
Chief Operating Officer

180 Degrees, Inc.
236 Clifton Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55403-3466
sarahw@180degrees.org
612.813.5017 office
612.220.2070 cell

NFBPA Executive Leadership Institute - ELI

A Professional Development Program for Senior-Level Public Servants

ABOUT ELI
The Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) was established in 1987 as a program dedicated to grooming African American managers for the rigors of executive positions in public service organizations. As cities, counties, and states face an enormous array of critical problems - including escalating crime rates, growing demands for social services, rapidly deteriorating infrastructures, and diminishing Federal aid to localities - the need for talented, energetic, creative, resourceful, and capable executives from diverse backgrounds is increasingly present. ELI was established to sharpen the skills and capabilities of an elite core of managers and administrators who have already demonstrated superior achievement as assistant city managers, department heads, bureau chiefs, and the like.

This program is one of the few training Institutes in the United States that offers a curriculum mixed with both academic based theory and practitioner based experience through partnerships with universities and cities throughout the country. The ability to compare and contrast the impacts of urban renewal, transportation policy, economic development strategies, leadership, and other public policies, in seven cities over an eight-month period, is unique to participants of the Executive Leadership Institute. ELI candidates also have the exceptional opportunity to interface with elected and appointed administrators who grapple with public policy decisions daily, citizens who live in these communities and universities that study and analyze public management application and theory.

The Executive Leadership Institute has been developed to meet the needs of experienced managers and administrators. This program is designed for leaders - assistants or deputy/city managers and department directors - upon whom the chief executive officer relies to carry out policies, implement programs, and solve problems. We are particularly interested in admitting those persons intent on securing the position of city/county manager or agency chief within the next 2 to 5 years. In addition to aspiring to achieve an executive position, applicants should possess strong academic training, including a bachelor's degree (required) and a master's degree (preferred). Persons who fulfill these minimum requirements, demonstrate leadership skills, and a commitment to social responsibility will be considered. If you are selected as a candidate, you will be expected to become an active member of NFBPA, as well.

THE CURRICULUM

The curriculum for the Executive Leadership Institute was developed with the advice and counsel of current and former city managers, and faculty at the nation's most prestigious schools of public administration. The program is divided into major and minor curriculum topics. Major topics are those in which the candidates spend eight or more hours of classroom instruction and discussion. Some of the major ELI curriculum topic areas are listed below:

· Strategic Visioning for Public Organizations
· Problem-solving
· Decision-making and Communication
· Policy Development/Analysis
· Modeling/Organizational Theory
· Self Awareness
· Partnership Building (Public Public/Public Private)
· Resource Development and Allocation
· Local Government Management

Minor curriculum topics are usually covered in one or two classroom seminars and include the following:
· Community/Economic Development
· Globalization/Multiculturalism
· Intergovernmental Relationships
· Time Management
· Labor Negotiations/Collective Bargaining
· Environmental Management
· Change Management
· Community Building/Citizen Engagement

In addition to regularly scheduled seminars and workshops, ELI provides candidates with an opportunity to interact with prominent individuals from the private and public sectors. Past executive roundtable leaders include Mayors, City and County Managers, Public Administration faculty, NFBPA Board members and past presidents; and other highly respected and prominent Black public, corporate, and civic leaders.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The application for participation in the Executive Leadership Institute must be received by July 30. Applicants will be evaluated in the following areas: education, professional experience, leadership experience, social responsibility and commitment, and writing/analytical ability. Participants in the Executive Leadership Institute attend training sessions scheduled over an eight-month period, starting in September of each year and typically ending in April. Candidates in ELI remain on their jobs during the course of the program, and spend approximately 15 to 18 workdays away from the office. Successful completion of the Institute curriculum requires attendance at every training session. The typical schedule for the Institute is as follows: candidates arrive at the training site on Wednesday evening; training sessions are held on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday; Sunday is a travel day.

PROGRAM COSTS
The tuition for participation in the Executive Leadership Institute is $6200. This fee covers the cost for instruction, venues, accommodations, breakfast and lunch during sessions, registration fees for NFBPA’s annual conference – FORUM – and annual membership in NFBPA. The total transportation cost for all program sessions and the annual conference are an additional $4000. Participants can pay NFBPA directly, or they can choose to make their own travel arrangements provided they agree to adhere to the travel schedules set by NFBPA. Lodging costs associated with the annual FORUM conference are not included in the above fees. Various strategies for securing sponsorship have been employed by members of past ELI classes. The overwhelming majority of participants are sponsored by their local and state government employers. Others have successfully supported their participation in the Institute through a combination of corporate, foundation and personal funds. NFBPA staff are available to provide advice on strategies for securing sponsorship to candidates who are accepted into the program.

Sessions for the Executive Leadership Institute have been conducted at the following host universities:

Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota (Minneapolis, MN)

Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University (Syracuse, NY)

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, Howard University (Washington, DC)

College of Business and Public Administration, University of Louisville (Louisville, KY)

College of Urban and Public Affairs, Florida International University (Miami, FL)

JFK School of Government, Harvard University (Cambridge, MA)

Department of Public Administration, Clark Atlanta University (Atlanta, GA)

Department of Political Science, San Jose State University (San Jose, CA)

Terry Sanford Institute of Public Policy, Duke University (Durham, NC)

Department of Public Administration, University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)

LBJ School of Public Affairs, University of Texas at Austin (Austin, TX)

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE ~ PROGRAM SCHEDULE

March - July 15 Recruitment Period

July 30 Application Deadline

August Selection/Notification

September Opening Ceremony/First Week of Training Begins

October - March Training (Wed.-Sun.)

April Graduation Ceremony during FORUM

To request an application please click on the title post or contact the National office at (202) 408-9300 Ext. 102 Yvette Harris or email yharris@nfbpa.org