East Point Leaders

We invite you and other residents of the City of East Point to apply to be a part of the East Point Leaders for Equity Academy. This eight month leadership development program for ten to fifteen City of East Point residents was created to strengthen community knowledge of racial equity skills and strategies, and create positive neighborhood change with support from the Partnership for Southern Equity.

This program will support the growth of a diverse group of neighborhood leaders who will advocate for and help manage these processes and, in particular, the racial impacts of inequitable development pressures.

We hope, whether you are young or elderly, new to the area or a long-time resident, a renter or a homeowner, a parent or non-parent — you will apply, as diversity is critical to sustaining an inclusive community. Selected residents must commit to approximately 8 sessions (over a 8-month period), to learn about racial equity, the history of the City of East Point, displacement and community policies. There will also be additional optional sessions to support understanding and application of these concepts.