The Grassroots Leadership College develops neighborhood and community leaders by building skills and relationships in a supportive challenging environment.

Description:
The Grassroots Leadership College, a collaborative effort of the Northside Planning Council, East Isthmus Neighborhoods Planning Council, and South Metropolitan Planning Council, is designed to help emerging leaders across Madison develop the skills necessary to support and strengthen their neighborhoods and community.

The Grassroots Leadership College matches developing leaders with skilled volunteer coaches from throughout the community to work together on projects and take part in leadership development classes oriented toward developing strong neighborhoods and community.

History:
The Grassroots Leadership College is the first major collaborative effort of the Northside Planning Council, East Isthmus Neighborhoods Planning Council, and South Metropolitan Planning Council. The College begins its pilot semester on April 10th, 2003

Contact person: Amy Mondloch, executive director, 608- 441-0085, (email)

Address:

1321 East Mifflin St. Madison, WI 53703 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.grassrootsleadershipcollege.org

Directions:

One mile from the UW-Madison campus. One block off East Washington Ave. between Baldwin and Dickerson Street. Located on the 5,6,7 bus routes. Also close to bike paths.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: One block,   Walk distance (in minutes): 1   Nearest Bus Stop: One block, 1 minute walk

Overall Experience   
All the people involved are dedicated to learning, leadership and building community.

Grassroots Leadership College; I have assisted with childcare and variety of tasks to support the coordinator. posted by pamelahathaway on March 16, 2004