Step Up to Leadership is a workshop designed for income- eligible, community-minded individuals who desire to develop leadership skills and turn their civic passions into community action including board appointments. Topics cover the value of grassroots participation, goal setting, public speaking, meeting facilitation, negotiation, conflict resolution and grant writing.
The 12-session curriculum is designed to help participants:
- Understand board responsibilities, parliamentary procedures, and how to run a committee meeting
- Speak in public (tips & practice)
- How to build strong relationships with others
- Understand their own & others’ frame of mind on issues
- Learn in a safe and fun environment
This program is free to anyone interested in making a different in their community and willing to commit to all 12 sessions. Each session is 3 hours in length and includes a light dinner.
Step Up to Leadership is written for adults but CAASTLC also offers youth sessions from time to time. For more information or to register, please call us at (314) 446-4455.
Step Up to Leadership Income Eligibility Requirements – Household income may not exceed 125% of the federal poverty guidelines.
| Size of Family Unit | Monthly Income | Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,569 | $18,825 |
| 2 | $2,129 | $25,550 |
| 3 | $2,690 | $32,275 |
| 4 | $3,250 | $39,000 |
| 5 | $3,810 | $45,725 |
| 6 | $4,371 | $52,450 |
| 7 | $4,931 | $59,175 |
| 8 | $5,492 | $65,900 |
| For families with more than 8 members, add $6,725 for each additional person | ||
