Upcoming Training and Events

When Your CAA’s Fiscal Year is Uncertain: What Boards Can Do Now (2-3pm, August 18) - This webinar is a walkthrough of the new guide "When Your CAA’s Upcoming Fiscal Year is Uncertain: A Guide for CAA Boards." This session will introduce key strategies boards can use to stay informed, plan for different scenarios, and support their agencies through changing fiscal conditions. It will also focus on actions boards can take to help their agencies remain strong and mission-focused during uncertain times. Register

Board Training for Community Action Boards (3-4:15pm, August 21) - Presented by Maryland Community Action Partnership, this board training will feature topics including Outcomes Beyond the Numbers, Board Engagement, ROMA, Tripartite Structure, Roles and Responsibilities, and much more! Register

Emerging Risk Leaders Certificate Program (2-5pm; September 3, September 16, and September 30) - NCAP-endorsed vendor, Nonprofit Risk Management Center, is now accepting applicants for its Emerging Risk Leaders Certificate Program. This program is perfect for nonprofit team members getting started in risk management. Participants will learn from the expertise of NRMC staff and cohort members. Each small group cohort will complete the program with practical tools and skills to make their organizations risk resilient. Register

Workplace Violence Prevention and De-Escalation (1-2pm; Webinar September 4, Deep Dive September 10) - Region III presents this two-part webinar designed to equip you with the skills and strategies to prevent workplace violence and effectively de-escalate tense situations. Register for Webinar | Register for Deep Dive

Getting Ahead of the Curve: How to Develop a Practical AI Policy for Your Nonprofit (11am, September 8) - AI tools are becoming more accessible and widely used across the nonprofit sector. But they also introduce risks, especially for organizations handling sensitive data or working in communities already vulnerable to bias and exclusion. Most nonprofits still lack clear policies to guide their use. This session addresses that gap head-on by offering a framework nonprofits can use to build a practical AI policy. Register

Multifamily Weatherization: Let’s Begin the Process (2-4pm, September 18) - This session provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the multifamily weatherization process—from early planning and property prospecting to post-installation follow-up and fiscal closeout. Designed for agencies ready to launch or expand multifamily projects, the session focuses on setting realistic expectations, identifying the right properties, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring successful execution at each project stage. Register

Safeguarding Your CAA: Strategies for Unemployment & HR (2-3pm, September 30) - Navigating unemployment costs, HR challenges, and compliance requirements can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Join this insightful webinar to discover practical strategies that will help your CAA stay financially resilient, compliant, and efficient. Participants will learn to master Unemployment expenses, understand remote workforce compliance, and optimize HR processes. Register

Providing Effective Feedback (1-2pm; Webinar December 4, Deep Dive December 10) - Region III presents this two-part series that will guide you through the foundational principles of giving constructive and impactful feedback. The deep dive session will take you beyond theory and into real-world applications. Register for Webinar | Register for Deep Dive

Previously-Recorded Training

3 Steps to Effective Storytelling to Grow Your Memberships - For many organizations, the culprit is not telling the right stories to motivate your target audience. If you want to learn how some of the most successful membership organizations use strategic storytelling to attract and engage members, check out this free webinar with storytelling expert Vanessa Chase Lockshin. Watch Now

For a complete list of upcoming community action training and events, visit https://vacsbg.learnworlds.com/calendar.