Local Developer Graduates from Community Development Institute
CONWAY, Ark. - Dr. Blanche Hunt, Associate Vice President of Community Relations, Arkansas Northeastern College was among the 35 individuals who were awarded graduation certificates during the 30th annual Community Development Institute - Central (CDI) at the University of Central Arkansason August 5, 2016. Dr. Hunt completed all three years of the institute’s program of study and is now qualified to sit for the Professional Community and Economic Developer exam.
CDI trains community leaders and economic development professionals on how to strengthen their local economies and build communities. This is achieved by developing the ability of participants to identify community assets, set goals, encourage collaboration and partnerships with stakeholders, and bringcommunities, organizations and businesses together to respond to a broad range of economic and quality of life issues.
The complete institute experience is a three year program, with one week of training per year. Participants move through the program curriculum in cohorts, and are exposed to a comprehensive, applied approach to the field of community and economic development.
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