Prepared to Serve: Community Organization Readiness

• Professionals interested in developing community health programs 

• Non-profit leaders looking to boost their organizational readiness to implement public health programming 

This is a 6-week, hands-on learning experience for professionals and leaders who want to make a real difference in their communities. Rooted in the successful Partners Working for Enhanced Results (PoWER) model developed by the Emory COMPASS Coordinating Center, this course equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to increase organizational readiness and sustainability.

Participants will work closely with others and receive guidance from instructors to strengthen and sustain a community-based public health organization. This introductory-level course increases organizational readiness in seven key areas: defining mission, vision, and strategy; leadership and decision-making; organization and board governance; building partnerships; delivering impactful services; effective communication; and managing change. Instructors will serve as coaches, providing real-time feedback and advice to help participants apply these concepts to their organizations.

  
Key Features:  

• Integrated curriculum: Participants will delve into essential components of community program development, including program framework, project timelines, and evaluation plans.  

• Collaborative engagement: Engage with peers and industry experts to foster a holistic understanding of the community program development process from inception to execution, with a focus on seven critical infrastructure areas.  

• Practical application: The program is designed to provide participants with skills they can immediately apply in their work, focusing on real-world challenges and solutions. 

• Develop a foundational understanding of nonprofit governance and leadership 

• Design mission-driven strategies that align with organizational values 

• Create actionable tools to enhance service delivery and measure impact 

• Build sustainable resource development plans 

• Establish strategic relationships and communication strategies to amplify organizational success