LOCAL AGENDA NW
The 2009 Cohort sits for a class photo. Each is unique, ready to make change, and beginning to find their niche in the world of change. And, many exciting ideas unfolding! NEXT LOCAL AGENDA COHORT BEGINS FEBRUARY 2010
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What happens when Portlanders participate in Local Agenda NW? Community members find their voice, design a solution, and seek to make a difference that will last. Take a look at some of the projects that result from Local Agenda in our "Outcomes" section.
Community members in Portland, Oregon are learning how to tackle challenges local and global with a whole new approach to problem solving. Local Agenda NW helps leaders practice and apply social entrepreneurship, identify hidden resources, nurture innovation, and design and implement a plan for social change—with a twist. Their social change projects integrate a sustaining strategy right from the beginning. That enables participants to do well, while also doing good, and make every effort to design an organization that won't spend all its time asking for funds.
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Springboard staff conduct two Local Agenda NW programs a year in Portland, Oregon, as well as training others to teach it in cities around the world during our train-the-trainers institute held annually. The program is comprehensive and intensive. Following the initial 12 weeks of curriculum we continue to provide consulting and support as long as needed. The cohort-based approach is central to building a common experience for participants to share and build a supportive network.
In each workshop, learners examine a story case study, learn and apply specific strategies, and build innovation into each step of their plan. But, this is no armchair study or simulation. Community engagement is built into the experience, and is an essential part of one's success. Participants learn while building a knowledge base between workshops. Consultants provide support along the way. Guest speakers share their expertise. The first series of workshops are followed by additional workshops for follow-up support and troubleshooting help.
“This is a great class to learn how to generate business ideas to fill social/environmental needs. Every class is intense and exhilarating, and you'll walk out with a basis for a business plan, contacts, and a nurturing network to help keep you going. You'll have a toolbox you can keep for life.”
-- Local Agenda NW Participant
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