Leadership Academy
Our Leadership Academy empowers emerging immigrant and refugee leaders through workshops, mentorship, and public speaking opportunities. Participants learn about civic engagement, leadership development, and how to effectively advocate for their communities.
Integrity, creativity, and empathy shape the way we work.
What We Teach
Civic engagement empowers immigrants and refugees to understand their rights, responsibilities, and the systems that shape their communities. By encouraging participation in local government and public life, individuals gain the confidence to advocate for themselves and create lasting change.
Civic Engagement
Immigrant advocacy promotes policies that protect the rights, dignity, and well-being of immigrants and refugees. Through education, outreach, and advocacy, we work to remove barriers and create opportunities for safety, belonging, and long-term success.
Immigrant Advocacy
Community organizing brings people together to identify shared challenges, build collective power, and create meaningful change. By strengthening relationships and encouraging collaboration, communities can advocate for solutions that benefit everyone.
Community Organizing
Additional Information
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Offered in both fall and spring, the program includes a series of 6–8 interactive workshops, mentorship, and culminates in a graduation ceremony celebrating participants’ achievements.
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Multilingual support provided to ensure accessibility and inclusivity for all participants.
English, Spanish, Arabic, French, Lingala, etc.
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While the structure of our Leadership Academy will remain flexible to accommodate a variety of activities, our primary location will be the IWNJC office at 1927 Keokuk St, Iowa City, IA 52240.