Huntsville Civic Engagement Academy — fall 2023 cohort applications now open

Downtown Huntsville Civic Engagement Academy. — Get an inside look at how the city government works. (Jacob Blankenship / Hville Blast)

The immersive Civic Engagement Academy (CEA) involves a series of classes designed to show residents a behind-the-scenes look at city government. The eight-week program is completely free, and anyone who is at least 19 years old can now apply to participate in the fall 2023 cohort.

The CEA is known to be a great experience

Downtown Huntsville Big Spring Park. — Do you want to learn how to help Huntsville grow? (Jacob Blankenship / Hville Blast)

Past participants have said the CEA was extremely beneficial for both their general understanding of Huntsville’s government as well as their personal growth.

“This information helped us understand the in-depth functions of each department. Each class was fun and informative, allowing us to interact with each other, the department heads and even the Mayor!”
Terri Hayes, Constituent Service Program Officer, Huntsville, AL

A behind-the-scenes look

Downtown Huntsville streets. — You can be a part of what makes Huntsville great. (Jacob Blankenship / Hville Blast)

“[The team does] a phenomenal job of giving everyone a ‘behind-the-scenes look’ at how our different City departments work together to achieve a common goal: making Huntsville an incredible place for all of us to live”
Rion Golden, Senior Development Officer, University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH)

If you’re passionate about your community and would like to be involved in the rapid growth of the Rocket City, submit your application for the fall 2023 cohort today.

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