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Great Communities are Intentional, Not Accidental
Thriving communities depend on educated and informed civic leaders from every sector making decisions for the common good. The Andrews Institute for Civic Leadership, through its citizen leadership academies, develops citizens to lead the public conversation on community issues and public policy. The first citizen leadership academy will focus on transit in Middle Tennessee.
Transit Citizen Leadership Academy
A Seven-Session Program on Transit in Middle Tennessee
Session One: Scanning the Landscape
A look at the historical, economic and social impact of transportation in the United States and in Tennessee
Session Two: Understanding Current Reality
An exploration of Middle Tennessee’s transit system and the challenges we face
Session Three: Identifying Models of Success
An analysis of the successes and failures of other communities facing a transit challenge
Session Four: Evaluating the Options
An examination weighing value and cost of options for Middle Tennessee, informed by global best practices
Session Five: Engaging the Community
Identification and activation of community resources to support transit conversations
Session Six: Creating the Conversation
A design for facilitating conversations on transit options and opportunities
Session Seven: Moving Transit Options Forward
An individual leadership plan to educate others
For more information, please contact Carly Burt at carly.burt@lipscomb.edu or at 615-966-6155.