Neighborhood Leadership Academy

Neighborhood Leadership Academy 2021: Empower your community; strengthen your leadership; expand your network.

The Neighborhood Leadership Academy (NLA) is a virtual interactive course designed to equip residents with the knowledge, network, and skills to be effective neighborhood leaders. Participants will learn how to navigate through city services to become effective advocates for their communities.

Want to Be...

Part of NLA 2021? Fill out an interest form!

A speaker/presenter for NLA 2021? Submit a request

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Collapse All Expand All
Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Who is eligible to participate?
NLA is going Citywide! Any San Antonio resident who lives within the city limits is invited to apply.
Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Do I have to be part of a neighborhood association (or commit to starting one)?
No. The Neighborhood Leadership Academy focuses on community engagement. The topics covered are applicable to anyone committed to be a leader and advocate for their community within an association or outside of one.
Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Why is there an application process?
The Neighborhood Leadership Academy is an interactive and engaging program. In addition to bringing you the best and most knowledgeable speakers, many activities will be facilitated such as panel discussions, and in-class group exercises. Class size is therefore limited to ensure participants have a meaningful experience.

Neighborhood Engagement Division

Contact us by email