Reconnect with peers in your community of practice.

These gatherings bring Academy alumni together to share ideas, discuss trends, and offer support as we navigate partnership opportunities and challenges together.

Coming Up

Wednesday, September 23, 2:00 – 3:00 PM EDT

Managing by Network Open House

Join prospective applicants to share what you learned during Managing by Network. Instructors, course leaders and alumni are welcome! 

September 29 – October 1

Calm the Waters: Conflict Management and Principled Negotiation

Join us for a 9-hour training that will empower you to navigate challenging conversations and negotiate solutions that benefit everyone involved. Course delivery includes three 3-hour webinars.

Wednesday, October 7, 2:00 – 3:00 PM EDT

Alumni Meet-Up

Connect and reflect with partnership peers.

October 27 – 29

Find the Common Threads: Facilitation and Collaborative Problem-Solving

Join us for a 9-hour course that will help you develop the confidence to lead collaborative processes that turn a potential clash into a catalyst for innovation. Course delivery includes three 3-hour live webinars.

Wednesday, November 4, 2:00 – 3:00 PM EDT

Alumni Meet-Up

Connect and reflect with partnership peers. 

Wednesday, December 9, 2:00 – 3:00 PM EDT

Alumni Meet-Up

Connect and reflect with partnership peers. 

March 2-4, 2027

Calm the Waters: Conflict Management and Principled Negotiation

Join us for a 9-hour training that will empower you to navigate challenging conversations and negotiate solutions that benefit everyone involved. Course delivery includes three 3-hour webinars.

Unparalleled opportunities to connect

Academy graduates represent our community of practice and include members of Federal, Tribal, state, and local government, Indigenous communities, nonprofit, business, education, and other organizations.