Last updated: 8/14/25

Senior Civic Academy - 2025

Want to learn more about government and how to use your voice to affect change? Join Age Strong's Civic Academy!

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The six sessions will be in-person at Boston City Hall will cover the following topics:

Tuesday, September 30, 2025: Introduction to Civic Engagement / Advocacy
Tuesday, October 7, 2025: Skill Building and Introduction to City Government
Thursday, October 16, 2025: Engaging with City Government
Thursday, October 23, 2025: Engaging with State Government
Thursday, October 30, 2025: Engaging with Federal Government
Thursday, November 6, 2025: Graduation

All sessions will run from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Thursdays except for the first two weeks of the program when sessions will be held on Tuesdays.

READ THE CIVIC ACADEMY FAQS

Have questions? Contact:
hayfaa.ali@boston.gov
617-635-2664

Application Information

Apply online

SAVE THE DATE! Applications are due Friday, September 5, 2025.

COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION

Apply by mail

Please use the following address for all printed applications submitted by mail:

Mail: Age Strong
ATTN: Hayfaa Ali
1 City Hall Plaza, Room 271
Boston, MA 02201

DOWNLOAD THE PRINT APPLICATION

For more information, call Hayfaa at 617-635-2664 or email hayfaa.ali@boston.gov. Applications are due September 5, 2025. Applicants will be notified by September 19, 2025.

Download The Flyer Here

Age Strong Senior Civic Academy Flyer

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Accessibility Notice

To request a disability accommodation and/or language translation services, please contact Hayfaa Ali at 617-635-2664 or hayfaa.ali@boston.gov. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange for accommodations. For more information, visit boston.gov/age-strong.