Initiative for Diversity in Civic Leadership

The IDCL Program

The Initiative for Diversity in Civic Leadership is a 16 week long commitment with evening classes held on Mondays from 5.30 pm to 8:30 pm at Suffolk University. In addition, there are four networking sessions and a weekend intensive that is mandatory. Courses are in the areas of Leadership, Public Policy, Candidate Training and Public Administration. The Program is free but participants must apply and be accepted to the program.

The Initiative for Diversity in Civic Leadership will strengthen and build on existing leadership and support structures by engaging current elected and appointed leaders of color, legislative staff, and campaign veterans as mentors, speakers and trainers in a comprehensive program to advance civic leadership of color. One of the primary goals will be to build relationships that create and sustain community among aspiring and current leaders who are engaged in public life. Main program components will include:

• Electoral and legislative skills trainings and briefings
• Individualized coaching and assessment
• Networking events
• Access to online training and briefing materials