Parents

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Parent Leader's Program

What is the Parent Leaders Program?

This program is designed to provide parents with "hands on" civic, public policy, and capacity development and leadership training. Through workshops, experiential learning and extensive meetings with key government officials and Washington insiders; participants gain full understanding of the internal workings of the United States Government at both the local and national levels. The program provides adults with tools and leadership skills necessary to empower their communities through active and responsible citizenship participation. The program also focuses its efforts in training parents to be more involved in local schools governance, and on community boards.

Who can participate?
The Parent Leaders Program is individually customized for each participating group, and can be provided in both English and Spanish to accommodate everyone. Participants can include the following:

Grassroots Community Leaders
Parent Groups
New and Developing Board Members

Options:

Power Program: 4 or 5 Days
Customized Onsite Training (call for details)

Program Schedule

Our Washington training operates in tandem with the congressional term (January through October). Parent Training is normally conducted in early spring (May) and Early Fall (October) This schedule allows the Adult Leaders Program (scheduled from Sunday evening orientation through Wednesday/Thursday afternoon departure). Onsite Training can be conducted in the spring and fall.

Training, Advocacy & Experiential Learning

Delegates spend two days interacting with congressional representatives in House and Senate, congressional staff, and Majority and Minority committees; and training and networking with local and national organizations.

Developing Agendas for Congress

Delegates debate and confront social issues, building consensus on a specific agenda. This agenda is developed into speaking points and used in meetings and presentations to different members of congress.

Seminars and Workshops

Delegates take part in leadership workshops and seminars that include public policy and advocacy, worker education, business development, financial literacy, parent involvement, and other relevant topics of interest to the group.

“Hands On” Meetings and Public Speaking

Group and individual presentations (i.e., presenting speaking points to congressional representatives and other professionals) are key components of the training week and are repeatedly exercised throughout the week.

Group Cost and Accommodations

Cost includes housing, tuition and supplies, tour, transfers, and meals.

*(Air Travel or Transportation costs to Washington, DC are not included, but can be arranged by BCLI at cost.

Hotels

Type: Single and Double Occupancy

Tours and Ground Transportation

Educational guided tour and all ground transportation from BCLI to all scheduled activities and return.

Meals

Breakfasts: All breakfasts are provided
Lunches: All lunches are provided
Dinners: BCLI provides 2 dinners
- a welcoming (Sunday) and a departure (Wed) dinner
- other Dinners (Monday and Tuesdays) are at the expense of the participant

For more information see description below or contact us at 202-544-7323.

Descripcion del Programa de Experiencia en Democracia Para Adultos