My City Academy

My City Academy helps immigrants, refugees, and newcomers in Denver connect with city resources and community support so they can settle in and thrive. This free community leadership program gives participants the tools to understand how city government works, find and connect with available resources, and grow as community leaders.

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My City Academy Topics Include:
  • Civic Engagement and Government
  • Economic Mobility and Stability
  • Safe and Affordable Housing
  • Civic Engagement and Community Safety 
Click the tabs below to view details and register for the session you prefer:

Cohort 1: Virtual

This first cohort will be held virtually and will include three weekly sessions to increase accessibility and support broader participation.

Details:
  • Session 1: 2/10/2026 (5pm–7pm) – Civic Engagement
    Learn how Denver’s city government is organized, how voting works, and how local and federal decisions affect our communities.
  • Session 2: 2/17/2026 (5pm–7pm) – Economic Mobility & Stability
    Learn about job and workforce services, small business support, worker rights, and basic financial skills.
  • Session 3: 2/24/2026 (5pm–7pm) – Safe & Affordable Housing
    Learn about housing programs, renter support, and affordable housing options in Denver.

Register Here: Virtual Cohort

Cohort 2: Green Valley Ranch

This in-person cohort at Green Valley Ranch will include two weekly sessions.

Details:
  • Session 1: 3/28/2026 (12pm–2pm) – Civic Engagement & Safety
    Learn about Denver’s municipal government structure, how voting works, how City Council functions, and how recent federal changes may impact our communities.
  • Session 2: 4/4/2026 (12pm–2pm) – Safety Net Supports & Economic Mobility
    Learn how to navigate healthcare, education, and workforce systems, including financial literacy and technical training opportunities.

Register Here: Green Valley Rach

Cohort 3: Virginia Village

This in-person cohort at Virginia Village will include two weekly sessions. 

Details:
  • Session 1: 5/9/2026 (12pm–2pm) – Civic Engagement & Safety
    Learn about Denver’s municipal government structure, how voting works, how City Council functions, and how recent federal changes may impact our communities.
  • Session 2: 5/16/2026 (12pm–2pm) – Safety Net Supports & Economic Mobility
    Learn how to navigate healthcare, education, and workforce systems, including financial literacy and technical training opportunities.

Register Here: Virginia Village

Cohort 4: Ruby Hill

This in-person cohort at Ruby Hill includes two weekly sessions.

Details: 
  • Session 1: 6/20/2026 (12pm–2pm) – Civic Engagement & Safety
    Learn about Denver’s municipal government structure, how voting works, how City Council functions, and how recent federal changes may impact our communities.
  • Session 2: 6/27/2026 (12pm–2pm) – Safety Net Supports & Economic Mobility
    Learn how to navigate healthcare, education, and workforce systems, including financial literacy and technical training opportunities.

Register Here: Ruby Hill

Cohort 5: Elyria-Swansea

This in-person cohort at Elyria Swansea will include two weekly sessions. 

Details:
  • Session 1: 8/1/2026 (12pm–2pm) – Civic Engagement
    Learn about Denver’s municipal government structure, how voting works, and the role of City Council in local decision-making.
  • Session 2: 8/8/2026 (12pm–2pm) – Safety Net Supports & Public Safety
    Learn how to navigate healthcare, education, and workforce systems. This session also explores how to build trust and understanding with public safety and enforcement agencies.

Register Here: Elyria-Swansea

Contact Us

Tsigereda Feseha, Community Integration Coordinator

(720) 913-8451

Immigrants@denvergov.org

Accessibility Commitment

It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please our Community Integration Coordinator, Tsigereda Feseha at immigrants@denvergov.orgwith three business days' notice.

My City Academy YouTube Playlist

My City Academy YouTube Playlist is available in Amharic, Arabic, Burmese, English, Dari, Pashto, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese. Previous recordings from MCA resident track are also available.

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