APACC was challenged by funders and Movement NetLab to reflect on the past to plan for future. Learn about our recent retreat and how we are using our renewed energy to craft what’s next.
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Learn the ins and outs of grant writing with a focus on DOEE’s Community Stormwater Solutions Grant program in the free workshops starting September 2018.
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One of the ways APACC helps members (and non-members) build their organizational capacity is through a weekly post with useful information and skill-building opportunities. Check out this week’s post.
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Anyone can do it but there are certain skills associated with effective advocacy. Attend one or both trainings and then get on with your community advocacy!
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In Washington, DC, Anacostia Park and Anacostia River have been a divider in the District for decades due to segregation and many other factors. But one program is fighting to change the perception about Anacostia River, Anacostia Park, and the environment. And it's doing it with young people.
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Are you interested in building a movement or organization but you're not sure how to do it? Do you have a community you want to bring together around a common issue, but you're not sure how to mobilize? The Rising Organizers fellowship program might be just right for you.
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One of the ways APACC helps members (and non-members) build their organizational capacity is through a weekly post with useful information and skill-building opportunities. Check out this week’s post.
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APACC is joining members Ward 7 Business Partnership and Washington Parks & People at the annual Ward 7 Day celebration Saturday, September 8 from Noon to 6:00 pm. This year, the event takes place at Marvin Gaye Park (5200 Foote St, NE).
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One of APACC's goals is to "Enhance the quality of life of residents and other stakeholder in communities near the river by improving access to economic opportunities, affordable housing, wellness and healthcare, and parkland and other outdoor recreation opportunities." This new clinic is the epitome of healthcare.
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Save the date for the most important birthday bash of the year: Anacostia Park is 100! Celebrate August 31 and September 1.
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One of the ways APACC helps members (and non-members) build their organizational capacity is through a weekly post with useful information and skill-building opportunities. Check out this week’s post.
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The Anacostia Park and Community Collaborative, a network of organizations working to maximize the immense value that the river corridor can provide to District residents, prioritizes the need to enhance access to parks. A first step in improving access to the waterfront is to hear from people who use the park, so APACC has partnered with others to create a survey to capture feedback about different access points.
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Leaders are not always the individuals who have gone to the "best" schools, who have the most senior position, or who assert themselves as leaders. Lots of times, many times, they are like you and you and you. LeadIN is a local DC organization dedicated to leadership development and community leadership development in particular. Their Fall 2018 LeadIN Core cohort is accepting applications through August 19.
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The whole family can learn to fish for free and tour the Department of Energy and Environment's Aquatic Resources Education Center at Anacostia Family Fishing Days Saturday, August 18 and Saturday, September 16.
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DC government and the city as a whole have received a magnificent present tied with a big, beautiful bow: superlative credit ratings. From whom? The "Big Three" credit rating agencies—Fitch Ratings, Standard & Poor's, and Moody's. But what do the improvements truly mean?
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Clean Water Action (CWA) is currently accepting applications for their 2018 and 2019 Sustainability Advocate internship program. The internship provides motivated and talented individuals an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in politics, communications, fundraising, and advocacy. All while getting paid!
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