Empowering local officials to create thriving communities
Join CHAPA's Massachusetts Housing Leadership Academy
Become a catalyst for change in your community by participating in CHAPA’s free, six-month comprehensive leadership program designed for city and town councilors, select and planning board members, and members of local boards and commissions who can impact housing
Leadership Academy Benefits
Comprehensive Curriculum
Build a deeper understanding of Massachusetts’ housing challenges and local housing solutions that can address them
Expert-Led Workshops
Receive expert guidance and one-on-one support from CHAPA’s award-winning Municipal Engagement Team on community engagement strategies to build local support for housing creation
Networking Opportunities
Join a community of leaders and peers dedicated to building more vibrant, affordable communities
Get Involved
CHAPA’s free, transformative leadership program involves a time commitment of roughly 25 hours over the course of 6 months. Participants are expected to attend all cohort meetings and workshops.
The first cohort of the Massachusetts Housing Leadership Academy will run from January through June 2026.
Apply or nominate a leader for the Academy today!
Nominate a Leader
Fill out this online form to nominate a local official who shows commitment to building thriving communities with a diversity of housing options.
Apply for the Academy
Applications are open from November 3rd, 2025—December 15, 2025. Submit your application before the deadline to be considered for the first cohort!
Questions?
Contact CHAPA’s Director of Municipal Engagement, Lily Linke ([email protected]), with any questions about the Housing Leadership Academy.
Join the Massachusetts Housing Leadership Academy Today!
Empower your community by applying for CHAPA’s Massachusetts Housing Leadership Academy, designed for local officials who are passionate about creating thriving communities that provide homes for people of all ages, incomes, and abilities.