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Program overview

Real-world readiness.
Not just inspiration.

The Community Academy is a leadership and workforce development experience that equips Sacramento youth and adults with practical life skills, exposure to ownership pathways, and confidence in professional spaces.

Who it serves

Youth and adults ready to expand what they can see.

Age rangeAges 12+
LocationSacramento
FormatCommunity-based & hybrid
Session length90–120 minutes
01

Foundational track

Workforce readiness

Participants build the language, habits, and tools to enter the workforce with confidence and professionalism.

Professional communication
Resume and interview preparation
Time management and accountability
Financial literacy
Leadership fundamentals
02

Exposure track

Ownership & leadership

Participants are introduced to wealth-building and leadership pathways through real estate, civic awareness, professional exposure, and public voice training.

Real estate and homeownership literacy
Civic awareness and legal literacy
Guest speakers from professional fields
Leadership and public voice

What gets developed

Skills meet character.

The curriculum develops practical ability and the personal traits needed to use it well.

Core skills

Professional communicationResume and interview preparationTime management and accountabilityFinancial literacyLeadership fundamentalsCritical thinking and problem-solving

Core traits

AccountabilityDisciplineConfidenceCollaborationCultural prideResponsibility

See it in action

Explore the completed pilot.

View pilot impact