What does it mean to be a part of the Civic Synergy leadership program?

 

You will have the chance to propose real, tractable solutions to address pressing issues, while preserving economic development, with a politically diverse group of peers. Throughout the program, you will work collaboratively with your team, aiming to propose policies addressing a specific issue.

By the end of the program, you will have had the chance to:

  • discuss pragmatic policy proposals to be presented to members of Congress

  • improve your ability to have productive conversations across the aisle

  • develop collaborative leadership skills

  • connect with other passionate future leaders

At the end of the program, you’ll have the opportunity to present your proposed solutions to elected officials and other experts from world-renowned think tanks and academies, allowing you the direct opportunity to be involved and influential in the lawmaking process.

What’s the commitment?

Program dates:

Our national program will run virtually, on Zoom, once a week over the course of 6 weeks. Attendance at all six sessions is expected, as your team will make important progress during each session.

The program will run on Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26, and July 3, 10 at 7-9pm ET.

Presentations to elected officials, staffers, and other experts will be scheduled in the weeks following the program. Presentation dates will be shared with participants in as much advance as possible.

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Expect to commit around 2-4 hours per week throughout the six-week program, including the weekly sessions and preparatory work between sessions

  • Weeks 1-6 -> Mandatory attendance at weekly, online sessions

  • Weeks 7+ -> Proposal presentations to elected officials and staffers. Not all team members must be present, but all are encouraged to attend 

The program involves a total of six, 2-hour sessions over the course of six weeks from June to early July including:

  • Expert speakers and activities designed to build your dialogue and collaborative skills 

  • Facilitated deliberations and problem-solving around the topic of choice

In Summer 2024, cohorts will focus on:

Immigration and Border Security

Strengthening our Republic

Economic Prosperity

How to apply

Apply now through the button below, by our final deadline, May 14. Our priority deadline was April 26, and all those who applied before April 26 should have received a status update (please check your junk mail!). Those who apply now will be accepted on a rolling basis until May 14 or until all slots are filled. Keep up with program application updates by subscribing to our newsletter here.

Interested in getting more involved with Civic Synergy?

Please check out this internship/fellowship opportunity, and send your resume and cover letter to Laura@civicsynergy.live if you’re interested!

  • Summer 2023

    This summer, we brought together a diverse set of participants for our fourth national Civic Synergy program. Our cohorts focused on:

    • Improving the American Education System

    • Strengthening our Republic

    Program participants presented their proposals to Representative Sara Jacobs and the office of Representative Blake Moore.

  • Fall 2022

    Last fall, we enjoyed hosting our third Civic Synergy program with participants from across the nation. Our two cohorts focused on:

    • Improving the American education system

    • Strengthening our Republic

    Participants had a chance to present their final proposals to Representative Sara Jacobs and the office of Representative Blake Moore.

  • Spring 2022

    Last spring, we were excited to partner with BridgeUSA and were grateful for their support in helping us expand our program. With over 50 participants, last year’s cohorts focused on:

    • Improving the American education system

    • Addressing a changing climate

    • Safeguarding data privacy and cybersecurity

    Final proposals, focused on the above at a federal level, were presented to the offices of Representatives Abigail Spanberger and Young Kim.

  • Summer 2021

    In 2021, we ran our pilot program with participants from all over the country. The cohort focused on proposing actions to address a changing climate in Wisconsin.

    Final proposals were presented to Representatives Mike Gallagher and Bryan Steil.