Are you a GW student with a passion for addressing community needs? Do you have a project idea that combines service with action, or simply want to learn how to get started? GWupstart is here to support you with funding, mentoring, and hands-on workshops.

Civic Leadership Dialogues consist of workshops, informational sessions, and casual dialogues on various topics, including active citizenship, advocacy, leadership, diversity, equity, and other related topics. We focus on the overarching theme of inclusive excellence.

See the full list of upcoming sessions below!

• Turning Problems into Projects: Social Innovation 101 on October 1, 4-5pm
• Recipes for a Great Project Proposal on October 8, 2-3pm
• How to Measure Impact: Tools and Strategies on October 17, 4-5pm
• Funding Your Vision: Budgeting & Resources on October 22, 2-3pm
• Beyond the Ballot: Understanding Ranked Choice Voting in DC Before 2026 on November 3, 3-4pm
• Public Service Roundtable: A Collaboration with Career Services on November 12, 3:30-5pm