Catalyst: NextGen is a four-month program focused on developing the next generation of engaged civic leaders and creating a diverse workforce that understands the role diversity, inclusion, and advocacy play in advancing our region forward.
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The call for racial and social equity has sparked a passion in young adults, especially among young people of color, to engage with the issues impacting their communities.
During the four-month program, participants will:
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Meet virtually and engage with community and business leaders
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Learn about issues facing communities of color
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Develop leadership capabilities
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Learn to transform passion into community action
Discussion Topics Include:
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Civic Engagement/Serving Your Community
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Advocating for Change
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Creating Your Brand
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Implicit Bias
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Workplace Skills
Commitment
Participants are asked to commit to virtually attending (two) one-hour sessions a month with community and business leaders.
Schedule:
Each virtual session begins at 1:00 pm and is 45 mins - 1 hour
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*** Times and Dates Subject to Change*** Please note the later start time for the first session.
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Friday, August 21st
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Topic: Kick Off/Welcome/Program Overview/Introductions/Q&A​
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Friday, August 28th
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Topic: Advocating for Change
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Friday, September 11th
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Topic: Creating Your Brand
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Friday, September 25th
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Topic: Implicit Bias
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Friday, October 9th
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Topic: Minority Representation in Leadership
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Friday, October 23rd
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Topic: Civic Engagement, Serving Your Community
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November 5th-6th
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Attend Internal Study Mission
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Friday, November 13th
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Wrap Up and Next Steps
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Application Process
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Must Submit Application by August 5th, 2020 by 5 PM
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Receive a follow up email as well as next steps after submitting your questionnaire
Program Chair: NextGen: Cole Taira
Program Facilitator: Sydney Kushida
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Please contact Sydney Kushida directly at skushida@sacasiancc.org, if you have any questions.