VDSS Office of Trauma and Resilience Policy (OTRP) Communities of Practice (CoP) for CAAs - The CoP is designed to support a select group of agencies to more fully understand and utilize new Virginia HEALS trauma-informed care tools and practices. This intensive training opportunity will take place between July 2026 and June 2027. The sessions will focus on strengthening resource mapping processes, referral and response protocols, and cross-system coordination practices. Only 4-6 agencies will be accepted for participation in this new opportunity. The deadline to apply is June 15, 2026.

• Watch Informational Webinar 
• Apply to be a part of the CoP

VACAP Wytheville Regional Meeting (May 19) - Join your fellow community action peers from across the state! Agencies with weatherization programs are encouraged to attend the May 18th half-day Weatherization Leadership Pre-Conference Opportunity in Wytheville. Register now!

• Wytheville (May 19)

Demystifying Capital Investment in Rural Communities (May 20, 2-3pm)  - Join the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s Center for Rural Economies for its next Investing in Rural America webinar which will break down the fundamentals of capital investment, helping participants understand the core building blocks needed to develop, structure and secure funding. Register

NCAP's 2026 New Executive Director Institute East (Virtual May 27, Arlington June 23-24) - Are you new to your Executive Director or CEO role in Community Action? The expectations are immediate, and the learning curve is real. The institute is built for that reality. This training includes a virtual pre-session plus a two-day, in-person Institute designed for Community Action EDs/CEOs with less than five years in their role. You'll learn more about Community Action’s model, structure, and funding environment; clarify roles and responsibilities with your board; and get tips on how to strengthen financial oversight and organizational sustainability. This is also a great opportunity to engage with peers and learn from shared experience. Register $

NCAP's 2026 Executive Director/Board Chair Symposium (Arlington, 8:30am-5pm, June 25 and 8:30am-12:30pm, June 26) - A strong partnership between a Community Action Agency’s Executive Director and Board Chair shapes how an organization functions, makes decisions, and delivers results for people and communities. This symposium is designed for leadership pairs to step out of day-to-day demands and focus on how they work together. Over 1.5 days, you will engage in shared learning, planning, and peer exchange to strengthen alignment, clarify roles, and build a more effective working relationship. Register $

Community Action Month Continues All This Month!

As we continue to share the impact of Community Action this month, take some time to post on social media, share your client stories widely, and celebrate your staff and volunteers!

Take full advantage of the 2026 Community Action Month Toolkit for sample messaging and social media graphics, press release and government proclamation templates, fundraising ideas, video production tips, branding tools, and event and activity information. Be sure to check out the calendar for daily themes, activity ideas, and guidance for making the most out of your agency’s Community Action Month celebrations!

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

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