Civic Youth Leadership Academy

Join Civic Youth Leadership Academy (CYLA), a free six-session program with a mission to equip civically minded youth and young adults (ages 16-21) with useful skills to become the next generation of civic leaders. This opportunity will empower youth and young adults will to create lasting change within their communities. Participants will attend six Saturday sessions, each focusing on a different topic, including community building, public speaking, effective communication, understanding of local government, and practical ways to contribute to your Neighborhood Council. The CYLA is a partnership between the Mayor’s Office and the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment (EmpowerLA).

Applicants who are actively engaged with their Neighborhood Council, including those who have recently or are currently running for a Board position, will be given first preference. (Important Dates: June 3rd application deadline, June 15th Decision Notification, June 25th First Session, September 24th Final session.)

To learn more and apply online please visit http://empowerla.org/civicyouth/. Should you have any questions, please contact Jasmine Elbarbary (City of Los Angeles Mayor’s Office and Department of Neighborhood Empowerment) at [email protected].