Updating the True Cost of Economic Security: What It Takes to Thrive in the U.S. (12-1:30pm, March 17) - The Urban Institute presents updated research on the real cost of economic security in the U.S. The session will explore what it takes for families to meet basic needs—housing, food, childcare, health care, transportation, and taxes—and how costs vary by state and family type. Register

Performance Management Peer Group Launch Meeting (1pm, March 23) - This virtual session will highlight the group’s new leadership, evolving focus, and its role as a space for peer support, best-practice sharing, and collaborative learning. Come hear what’s ahead and how the peer group can support your agency’s performance management efforts. Register

Annual Report 3.0 Transition Webinar (2-3pm, March 25) -We’ll walk through the key differences between Annual Report 2.1 and 3.0, share practical tips for a smooth transition, highlight new outcomes and services, and provide a clear overview of the fiscal reporting changes. Don’t miss this chance to get ahead of the updates and feel confident moving into 3.0. Register

Aligning Community Assessments with Your Mission and Goals (2-3pm, March 25) - NCAP will examine how Community Action Agencies can transform community assessments from a requirement to a strategic leadership tool. Explore how integrating qualitative and quantitative data with customer input can strengthen alignment of your mission, strategic goals, and outcomes. Register

VACAP Regional Meetings (May 13 and May 19) - Join your fellow community action peers from across the state! Attend the date and location that works best for you and your agency. Agencies with weatherization programs are encouraged to attend the May 18th half-day Weatherization Leadership Pre-Conference Opportunity in Wytheville. Register now!

• Williamsburg (May 13)
• Wytheville (May 19)

Virginia Volunteerism Summit (May 13-15) - Don't miss this unique opportunity to gather with 300+ professionals to map the future of the volunteerism sector. National, state, and local experts will conduct workshops designed to teach skills, facilitate lively discussion, and share information in an interactive format. Register

Onboarding Webinars for Staff and Board Members (On Demand) - The Office of Economic Opportunity has created an onboarding tool for our Community Action Agencies. This course contains several modules covering everything from the history of community action to an overview of how agencies serve communities today. Courses include Staff, Private Board, and Public Board onboarding.

2026-28 State Plan Webinar (On Demand) - The CSBG State Plan is a critical document for both state and federal oversight of CSBG. It integrates and aligns requirements from the CSBG Act with elements of the overall CSBG Performance Management and Accountability. Available Now

Trauma-Informed Care Resources Available - The VDSS Office of Trauma and Resilience Policy (OTR) helps people and groups give caring and respectful support to children and families who have been through trauma. How can the OTR assist your agency? The program shares tools and ideas to support healing, connection, and understanding. Download Flyer and Share!

-Facilitate a half-day event to identify and map resources in your community

-Provide guidance and training on best practice referral and response protocols



-Discuss other strategies for becoming a trauma-informed and healing-centered organization. 

Community Needs Assessment Resources - The OEO has several tools to help in your needs assessment process. More resources are available on LearnWorlds to aid your agency in this process.

-Key Principles & Expectations for Needs Assessments

-Agency Expectations During Needs Assessment Process



-Things to Consider When Hiring a Consulting Firm 

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

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