The Association of Defense Communities announces it will host the 2nd annual Defense Community Leadership Academy (DCLA) that will be held in conjunction with Blue Star Families on September 23-25, 2019 in Washington, D.C. This two-day learning and networking opportunity for emerging community leaders from around the country will explore the latest tools and strategies for growing capacity to support military families at the local level. Leading service member and military family support professionals will serve as faculty and guide participants through an innovative training program.
Academy participants will be selected through a competitive application process that opens Tuesday on the ADC website.  Selectees will be able to participate in the program with little cost due to the generous support of sponsors including the Defense Credit Union Council and Booz Allen Hamilton. The program will continue after the fall event through an online community, allowing participants to share their successes learn best practices and form new partnerships.
“Selectees for this year’s DCLA will include individuals who have the potential to be the next generation of community leaders,” said ADC CEO Tim Ford. “The work of DCLA participants is critical to ensure that our defense communities thrive and are successful in supporting the missions of their local installation.”
“These emerging leaders raise funds, provide direct support to military families and installations, and they maintain local relationships to keep their community engaged and supportive. These future leaders are the heart of America’s defense communities,” he added.
To learn how to apply for this year’s DCLA, be sure to look for more information in your email Tuesday, or on the DCLA website at: https://defensecommunities.org/dcla/.