The Civic Leadership Academy is a free, 11-week course that encourages more informed, effective and inspired community and civic leadership by giving City residents an opportunity to learn about their local government.

The Civic Leadership Academy is held twice per year and applications are open to anyone who lives in, or owns and operates a business, within the City of Pittsburgh limits. Each class meets with over 15 departments, offices, bureaus and authorities of the City of Pittsburgh to learn about their operations, programs and services. Visit applycla.pittsburghpa.gov for more information and to apply!

The 11-week courses meets with the following city personnel:

Office of Mayor William Peduto

Department of Finance

Pittsburgh Emergency Medical Services

Pittsburgh Fire Bureau

Pittsburgh Police Bureau

Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority

Pittsburgh Parking Authority

Department of Parks and Recreation

Department of City Planning

Department of Mobility and Infrastructure

Urban Redevelopment Authority

Department of Public Works

Department of Permits, Licenses and Inspections

Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh