PCPA's 2007
Government Relations Institute (GRI©) brochure
and application are now available. Please note that the file is in PDF
format and requires legal size paper (8" x 14") to print. A copy
of the application is also available in MS Word format by contacting the association.
Program
The Government Relations Institute, hosted by PCPA, includes a number of training opportunities throughout the year. The 2007 class begins in November with training sessions in Harrisburg and concludes with graduation and a reception June 20, 2007 at the PCPA board meeting. The institute offers approximately 60 hours of professional level training. The program enables participants to acquire knowledge of public policy issues throughout the year and to utilize this knowledge through practical assignments. All PCPA member agencies are welcome to apply, but those that have never participated in GRI are especially encouraged to consider application to the class.
Criteria
Criteria for selecting GRI participants include demonstrated or potential
leadership skills and interest in public policy issues. Participants must
be willing to commit the time to attend sessions and be sufficiently in control
of their own schedules to make that commitment meaningful. The GRI selection
committee will seek a class representing geographic and service area diversity.
Cost
Agencies are responsible for travel, hotel, and meal expenses (with some exceptions)
for their employees. These costs are estimated to be $1,000 - 1,200 for the
year. PCPA provides all materials and arranges a corporate discount for hotel
accommodations.
Additional
Information
Questions can be directed to Melissa
DiSanto Simmons, director of legislative affairs, at the association.
Deadline for application is September 15.
