About this Event
EmpowerU is a new hybrid program that is designed to grow your skills on how to use science-based information to engage decision-makers about issues you are concerned about meaningfully. By the end of this course, you will have developed a 4-5 page roadmap to address your issue. This training will enhance your skills in interpersonal leadership, effective communication, and the development of partnerships.
Topics covered include:
- Learn about engagement
- Learn how to find reliable information
- Understand influence, power, and persuasion
- Review best practices for listening and questioning
- Learn about framing an issue
- Create an engagement plan
The EmpowerU program is a 6-week series (September 9- October 16) with approximately 8 hours of online training via Canvas and five live workshop sessions (4 via Zoom and 1 in person). Completing all online modules and workshop sessions is required to complete the course. Please allow for at least 1-2 hours of online work each week and be able to engage in all 5 live workshop sessions.
Live Workshop Schedule:
- Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 2 hours (Zoom) (3:00 pm-5:00 pm)
- Tuesday, September 24, 2024; 2 hours (zoom) (3:00 pm- 5:00 pm)
- Tuesday, October 1, 2024; 2 hours (Zoom) (3:00 pm-5:00 pm)
- Tuesday, October 8, 2024; 1.5 hours (Zoom) (3:00 pm-4:30 pm)
- October 16, 2024, 4 hours (In-person) (9:00 am-1:00 pm)*
* In person will be located at 3695 Lake Dr. Cocoa, FL 32926
No prior knowledge is needed; only interest and willingness to engage!
For additional information and questions, please contact Community Development Agent Angelika Keene at [email protected] or (321) 633-1702
NOTE: Classes and events may be canceled at any time due to low registration or other circumstances, with full refunds issued for paid events. Similar classes or events are often offered on future dates.
The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact the UF/IFAS Brevard County Extension Office at [email protected] or (321) 633-1702 at least 2 weeks in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County, 3695 Lake Drive, Cocoa, United States
USD 103.22
