Learn

NLC is committed to providing city leaders with resources that help blaze pathways toward exceptional leadership and professional and personal advancement. Take advantage of the many resources and opportunities provided by NLC to discover solutions for your city's challenges and help you move your city forward.

Lead

Find ways to serve not only your community but the greater good by serving in a leadership role on an NLC committee, council or constituency group. Participate in Leadership Training Institute courses that will provide you the skills and best practices to help you lead your city through tough challenges.

Connect

NLC is the gathering point for city leaders looking for opportunities to collaborate, share best practices, and network with thousands of others who deal with the same issues on a daily basis. Gain greater knowledge and insight through the many NLC workshops, conferences, and webinars that encourage member collaboration and the exchange of valuable ideas.

Wallace Foundation to Invest $7.8 Million in Nine City Afterschool Systems

NLC's Institute for Youth, Education and Families will help coordinate the four-year initiative to provide more children and youth with high-quality afterschool programs. Read More 

LaHood Urges Action on Job-Creating Transportation Bills 

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Ray LaHood urges local officials to push for Congressional action on a transportation funding bill and “put Americans back to work.” Read More

Webinar on Improving Outcomes for Children & Youth Through Collective Impact

A free, 90-minute webinar on “Improving Outcomes for Children and Youth through Collective Impact” will be broadcast on Wednesday, February 15, at 2:30 p.m. EST.  Read More | Register | Full list of upcoming webinars & audioconferences