Regional Leaders

We invite you and other residents across Metro Atlanta neighborhoods (Metro Atlanta, South Fulton, and Clayton County) to apply to be a part of the Resident Leaders for Equity Program. This long-term (8) eight month leadership development program was created to strengthen community knowledge of racial equity skills and strategies, and create positive neighborhood change with support from the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, The United Way of Greater Atlanta, and 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 gentrification. 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, Metro-Atlanta, South Fulton, and Clayton County history, displacement, and community policies. There will also be additional, optional sessions to support understanding and application of these concepts.