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1. What is Citizen’s Participation Academy?

Created in Fall 2006, The Citizen’s Participation Academy (CPA) was designed to give City of Buffalo residents a better understanding of local government by providing an interactive forum about the structure and management of the City of Buffalo. It engages City of Buffalo residents in their local government by providing an interactive forum, learning firsthand about the structure and management of the City of Buffalo. This allows local residents to understand the various functions of Buffalo government; encourage continuous involvement; enhance residents’ ability to navigate through the complex system of government services, and provide an avenue for open communication with City officials.

For more information, please call Ms. Juweria Dahir at 716-851-5534.

2. Who can participate?

Anyone who lives or works in Buffalo and has an interest in local government is invited to sign up for the academy. Classes are designed for 30 students to encourage discussion, involvement, and interaction. The classes are popular and usually fill up fast so make sure to sign up now!

For more information, please call Ms. Juweria Dahir at 716-851-5534.

3. What topics are covered?

This is a sample curriculum, please keep in mind that topics are not limited to the following but could include:

• Tour of Buffalo City Hall
• City Administration and Management
• Sustainable and Economic Development
• Fire House Visitation
• Responding to a 311 call
• And more

For more information, please call Ms. Juweria Dahir at 716-851-5534.

4. How do I apply?

Registration is now closed. The application deadline was on April 10. The program begins May 2017. For more information, please call Ms. Juweria Dahir at 716-851-5534.

5. Have an unanswered question?

For additional information, or a question, please email Ms. Juweria Dahir, or call 716-851-5534.