| Blueprint
for Volunteer Leadership Development Program
"Part of Riverside’s greatness
is the diversity of its citizens. Our commitment must be to
provide the opportunity for all citizens to be involved in
the governance of their community."
—Mayor Ronald Loveridge,
City of Riverside
Identifies and trains members of ethnic, racial and other
underrepresented groups to become effective, knowledgeable
members of boards and public-sector commissions.
Helps ensure that the decision-making bodies of non-profit
agencies are people who represent the community's diverse
populations.
Works in partnership with business and public-sector representatives
to fulfill the goals of the Blueprint Program.
Accelerates the involvement of individuals in public-sector
commissions and non-profit boards.
The purpose is two-fold:
Prepare skilled volunteers from underrepresented groups
to serve in leadership positions.
Provide cultural awareness and diversity training for the
staff and key volunteers of community organizations.
The annual Leadership Development Program is
conducted over an 8-week period, (representing 40 hours),
including observations. Classes are conducted during the evening
and weekend hours.
To get involved with Blueprint For Volunteer
Leadership Development, contact
United Way of the Inland Valley.
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