Civic Leaders Initiative Application
Civic Leaders Initiative: The Intersection of Local Government and Community Advocacy 

Thank you for your interest in the Civic Leaders Initiative! This program is designed to equip community members with the skills and knowledge needed to become effective advocates and leaders. Please complete the application form below to apply for the program. We look forward to learning more about you and how you want to contribute to making Isla Vista—and any community you may be a part of—stronger.

Important Dates for the Civic Leaders Initiative (CLI)We are excited to launch the Civic Leaders Initiative (CLI) in January 2025! Classes are held  in the Isla Vista Community Room: 970 Embarcadero Del Mar, on Thursdays at 6pm. All classes will be 60 minutes with the exception of the first and last day of instruction being 90 minutes. 

Here are the key dates you need to know:
  • Applications Open: November 26, 2024
  • Applications Close: December 31, 2024
  • Student Confirmation: January 3, 2024 - Applicants will be notified of their acceptance into the program.
  • Start Date: January 16, 2025 - Students will begin the series with an optional networking event with IVCSD Board members and staff.
  • First Class: January 23, 2025 (90 minutes)
  • Last Class: March 6, 2025 (90 minutes)
Please email any questions to Myah, IVCSD's Community Programs & Engagement Director: communityengagement@islavistacsd.com
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Full Name (First, Last)
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Email Address
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Phone Number
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Why are you interested in the Civic Leaders Initiative?
(Please provide a brief explanation.)
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What specific skills or areas of knowledge are you hoping to gain from the program?
(Feel free to mention any relevant topics you’re particularly interested in, e.g., local governance, community organizing, event planning, etc.)
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How do you hope to apply these skills in your current or future community involvement?
(We’d love to hear how you plan to use your new skills in Isla Vista, or in your future communities.)
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Attendance for all 7 classes is mandatory to be accepted into this program. Can you commit to every Thursday from 6-8pm from January 16, 2025 - February 27, 2025?  Not all classes will be 2 hours long. *
Have you had any prior experience with community advocacy, leadership, or involvement in local government?
(Please describe any relevant experiences.)
What qualities or skills do you think make you a good fit for this program?
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How did you hear about the Civic Leaders Initiative?
Statement of Commitment

By submitting this application, I confirm my commitment to attending all classes, participating in discussions, completing activities, and contributing positively to the program. I understand that the skills I gain from this program can be applied to any local community, not just Isla Vista.


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