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Prior Civic Leadership Institutes


Civic Leadership Institute

The Civic Leadership Institute is a multi-session training program that FRESC began in 2005 where leaders of diverse organizations develop capacity to design and implement public policy centered on community needs and working families, including economic development, health care and immigration.

Economic Development – Fall 2005
The central focus of this CLI was leadership development focused on “the new economy,” with a specific emphasis on the Denver region. The institute examined the relationship between economic policy and social values — focusing on such issues as housing, health care, economic development, privatization, deregulation, tax and budget policy, job creation strategies, and corporate accountability. In addition, the CLI analyzed the power structures within the regional economy, local government, and the community. Lastly, the series discussed economic development strategies that prioritize community well-being.

Health Care - Fall 2006
The CLI on Health Care examined the principle forces and dynamics driving economic policy in the areas of coverage, access and appropriateness of health care services; best practices; the role of government, employers and the individual; explored shared principles and values; and opportunities for concerted action.

Immigration - Spring 2006
FRESC’s CLI on Immigration educated participants on the impacts of a global economy on Colorado, ways to move forward with a community-centered progressive vision, and provided tools to conduct grassroots outreach with members while supporting local efforts for immigrant rights.