Parent Leadership Training Institute of Alexandria

The Parent Leadership Training Institute of Alexandria (PLTI) is a nonprofit organization focused on empowering parents to become advocates for their children. It is now known as the Alexandria People's Assembly.

Purpose and Mission

PLTI's mission is to enable parents to become leading advocates for their children by developing vital leadership skills. The organization aims to help parents understand how societal systems function and how public policy and spending decisions are made, thereby fostering a more participatory role in community affairs[2].

Goals

• Leadership Development: Facilitate parents' growth as leaders for children and families.
• Community Building: Expand the capacity of parents as change agents and develop supportive communities among them.
• Systemic Change: Facilitate systems change to increase parental involvement in policy and process decisions.
• Improved Child Outcomes: Increase parent-child interactions and improve child outcomes through enhanced parent involvement[2][3].

Program Approach

PLTI operates as a two-generation strategy to bolster parental involvement while promoting lifelong health, safety, and learning for children[3]. The organization emphasizes African-centered advocacy and community building, aiming to dismantle oppressive systems and combat anti-Black racism[1].

Events and Initiatives

PLTI participates in various events and initiatives, including educational series like the Optimal Psychology Speaker Series, which focuses on culturally specific strategies for community thriving[4]. The organization also celebrates community building events such as Juneteenth celebrations and film showcases[2].

Governance

PLTI has a diverse board composition, ensuring an inclusive recruitment process that results in diverse leadership and thought[3].

[1] https://www.volunteeralexandria.org/organization/001U000000Bllh8IAB [2] http://www.plti-alex.org/about-us.html [3] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/20-5287807 [4] https://www.plti-alex.org [5] https://www.plti-alex.org/how-to-apply.html