The CIVIC Leadership program runs from October to May of each year. Each month, class participants gather at major points of interest around Hampton Roads, learning about the region from people who are involved in its government, economy, defense, education, transportation, industry, not-for-profit, arts and other aspects of business and life in Hampton Roads.

The intent of the program is to inform and influence high levels of community esprit de corps within Hampton Roads, leading to an ever-improving place to work, live, play and grow.

Mission

CIVIC Leadership Institute connects proven leaders through service to improve life in Hampton Roads.

Goals

• Inspire demonstrated leaders to engage in public service.
• Support a network of proven leaders to improve life in Hampton Roads.
• Leverage our leadership network to inform the public about issues facing the region.
• Develop regional leadership for succeeding generations.

Guiding Principles

• CIVIC exists exclusively for charitable and educational purposes.
• CIVIC values the perspectives and concerns of the diverse populations of Hampton Roads.
• CIVIC shall remain strictly non-partisan and does not take positions as an organization on public issues.
• CIVIC participants and alumni are encouraged to express their personal opinions at CIVIC events, but are expected to do so in a manner respectful of the opinions of others.
• CIVIC does not endorse the products or services of any business or organization and CIVIC participants and alumni shall not claim CIVIC endorsement.

About Recommendations

Recruiting for upcoming classes is a year-round process. The recruiting committee, which is composed of members of previous CIVIC classes, meets periodically to assess the recommendations. Each class is comprised of a cross section of leaders from the business, education, military, cultural and non-profit communities. CIVIC also has a strong committment to geographic, ethnic and gender diversity.

New classes are announced at the completion of each class year. The deliberations of the recruitment committee are confidential and its decisions are final. Candidates that are recommended but not selected for a given class year may be held for consideration in following years.

Nomination Criteria:

Candidate must have at least 15 years of professional or volunteer work experience to be eligible for review by the Recruitment Committee

Professional or volunteer work experience can include:

• Corporate
• Non-Profit
• Public Sector
• Post Graduate
• Military O-6 or above

If you would prefer to print and fill out the recommendation form, please click HERE to view or download the PDF document.

Please fax the completed recommendation form along with the candidates resume or vitae to (757) 451-6875.

Recommendation forms may also be mailed to:

CIVIC Leadership Institute
5200 Hampton Boulevard
Norfolk, VA 23508