Neighborhood Leadership Institute

The Neighborhood Leadership Institute (NLI) is an annual 13-week program that trains Dayton residents for current or future leadership opportunities in city communities. Workshops are held at various locations and presentations cover topics such as Dayton's history; the role of City government, the criminal justice system and cultural diversity; skill-building components such as public speaking and small-group dynamics; and a bus tour of Dayton neighborhoods. Class members also complete field assignments to expand their knowledge of Dayton, City government and the community at large.

NLI offers the opportunity to meet and talk with government officials and other decision-makers. It encourages participants to develop a citywide perspective and establish a network of activists across the City.

For further information, contact Mike Squire at 937-333-3203 or email.

2023 Neighborhood Leadership Institute Flier

NLI 2023 Schedule

Session NameDateLocation
Kick Off/Getting Your Feet WetTuesday, April 25, 2023 @ 5:30 p.m.Sinclair Community College
Discovering Dayton: Its History & PeopleTuesday, May 2, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.Carillon Historic Park
City Hall: Behind the ScenesTuesday, May 9, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.City Hall Commission Chambers
Responding Not Reacting to ConflictTuesday, May 16, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.One Stop Shop
The Criminal Justice SystemThursday, May 18, 2023 @ 5:30 p.m.Municipal Court Building
The World of Planning & Public WorksTuesday, May 23, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.Goodwill Easter Seal
Tour of Dayton's NeighborhoodsSaturday June 3, 2023 @ 8:00 a.m.Job Center, RTA
Educating Our Future Dayton Public SchoolsTuesday, June 6, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.Dayton Public Schools
Partnering for Neighborhood SuccessThursday, June 8, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.West Branch Library
Cultural and Racial HarmonyTuesday, June 13, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.Southeast Branch Library
Presentation Skills for Community LeadersThursday, June 15, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.Central State University Dayton Campus
Promoting Your "Hood"Tuesday, June 20, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.DATV
Group Project PresentationThursday, June 22, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.Sinclair Community College
Dinner and GraduationMonday, June 26, 2023 @ 5:30 p.m.Sinclair Community College

Snacks available from 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. before most classes.