Urban Habitat’s Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute (BCLI) trains the next generation of leaders. Since 2010, BCLI has been training leaders from underrepresented Bay Area communities to serve on decision-making bodies. The program empowers residents to lead on the issues that most directly impact their neighborhoods, including transportation, housing, and jobs. BCLI alumni have won more than 40 seats on city councils, priority boards, and commissions, including planning commissions, housing authorities, and rent boards. The program has been replicated in other metros, including the Twin Cities and Sacramento. Learn more.

Friday, July 27, 2018