District of Columbia Neighborhood College

CEPL is the home of the DC Neighborhood College, a citywide program that trains community and civic leaders to lead, organize, and influence positive change in their communities.

The program’s goals include developing cross-District networks of highly skilled community and civic leaders who are:

• Active in neighborhood revitalization and working to take advantage of opportunities afforded by government and private initiatives
• Connected to local, regional, and national resources
• Informed by knowledge of best practices and successful innovations in neighborhood empowerment and revitalization
• Supported by sustained training and involvement of thought and practice leaders

The Neighborhood College seeks applicants from all eight of the District’s wards and a broad representation of ages, ethnicities, and civic organizations. Participants must be District residents and are selected through a competitive application process.

 

At this time we have not begun the recruitment process for cohort 5.  Please visit our website in May 2009 to download an updated application.

“I use the knowledge I've gained about economic development, project management, and leadership skills on a daily basis. I'd love to participate in other programs that DC Neighborhood College offers and encourage anyone that will listen to consider participating in the program. It was truly a great experience.”

— Neighborhood College Graduate

For more information, contact:
DC Neighborhood College
(202) 994-5390
Email: dcnc@gwu.edu