Power-Builders are required to attend meetings. We ask you approach the academy as a journey towards leading change instead of a one-and-done experience.

The Academy lasts seven months. Each month has a 15-hour minimum commitment.

We understand things come up. You can miss up to 12 hours in total over the seven month period. If you're able to, please let us know if you can't make a session in advance. The WEPOWER team will work to help catch you up.

Contact Charlene Mack at 704-451-0292 or [email protected] for a schedule.

There is no cost to be a Power-Builder. In fact, Power-Builders receive up to $1,000 in grant funding over the course of the academy for their time and participation.

Yes, we offer child care at meetings in a nearby room. The meals and snacks provided to Power-Builders are also available for children in childcare.

The group will work to develop a campaign for economic justice policy solutions. To learn about the amazing things our previous cohorts of Power-Builders accomplished, checkout the Rise 189 Campaign and the Better Budgets Better Schools Campaign linked below.

To learn more, visit the Power-Building Academy webpage or contact Charlene Mack at 704-451-0292 or [email protected].

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