My Chesterfield Academy

About the Program

Category: Civic Education and Public Information (Best in Category)

Year: 2020

Chesterfield County, in partnership with the Asian & Latino Solidarity Alliance of Central Virginia, or ALSACV, launched a new program called My Chesterfield Academy that empowers residents, particularly those from multicultural communities, to understand and navigate Chesterfield County's government, as well as connect to other community resources. The program is the first of its kind in Virginia. My Chesterfield Academy was offered in seven sessions, once a month on Thursdays, June-December, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. During the sessions, participants met with leaders from county and school departments and toured county facilities. They explored how their local government works, learned how to resolve issues, and obtained information and resources.Upon graduation, participants will be able to help their communities to better understand and access government services. Graduates also will have the opportunity to interact with residents from other communities through the My Chesterfield Academy alumni network.