Introduction to Community Economic Development for CDC Board Members
LEARNING AREA: Economic Development
10:00am
Duration:
2 hours
Location
Online
Description
This workshop is an exploration of contemporary community development and aims to provide CDC Board Members with an understanding of the work and equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of this field and drive positive change within communities.
In this session, Mel King Institute Director Shirronda Almeida will cover:
- History: First we will define community development and delve into the origins of the field.
- Ecosystem and Key Players: Learn the community development landscape and the roles of different entities.
- Core Values and Goals: The session will review the fundamental principles that guide community development work.
- Types of Community Economic Development: We will review the areas of community development such as real estate development, community engagement, small business, capacity building and advocacy.
- Challenges, Opportunities, and Innovations: We will invite participants to discuss the various challenges and opportunities in the field.
Registration deadline
Registration fee
Free for all CDC Board Members