Our Purpose

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The 706 Movement is dedicated to bridging the gap between vision and execution for community project leaders. We focus on those tasked with delivering grant-funded initiatives —often without the benefit of formal project leadership training.

Our Mission & Vision

Mission Statement: The 706 Movement equips community leaders with practical project leadership skills to turn ideas into action and deliver meaningful, measurable impact.

Vision Statement: We envision communities where leaders have the confidence, tools, and support to successfully plan, lead, and deliver projects that strengthen people, place, and opportunity.

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Why This Work Matters

1. Community Projects Struggle At Execution, Not Ideas

Communities are rich with ideas and vision, but many projects stall because leaders lack practical support to plan, coordinate, and adapt. When execution falls short, grants go underused, timelines slip, and trust erodes—leaving initiatives unfinished and opportunities missed.

Why it matters to you: You experience the results through stalled programs, incomplete projects, and wasted resources in your community.

2. Informal Leaders Are Asked to Deliver Without Support

Many community projects are led by volunteers, first-time project leads, or individuals promoted for passion rather than preparation. These leaders are often expected to deliver outcomes without formal authority, tools, or training.

Why it matters to you: These leaders shape schools, neighborhoods, nonprofits, and local initiatives that directly affect daily life.

3. Grant-Funded Projects Shape Local Opportunity

Small grants and short-term funding often support workforce development, cultural preservation, neighborhood revitalization, and youth programs. When projects are poorly executed, communities risk losing future funding and momentum.

Why it matters to you: Strong project leadership increases a community’s ability to attract, manage, and sustain future investment.

4. Project Leadership Skills Multiply Impact

When community leaders have practical project leadership skills, volunteers stay engaged, resources are used more effectively, outcomes are clearer, and successful efforts can grow instead of stall.

Why it matters to you: One well-prepared leader can strengthen multiple projects, creating lasting impact beyond a single initiative.

5. This Gap Affects Everyone

Even if you are not leading a project, you live and work in environments shaped by how projects are planned and delivered. The quality of project leadership influences education, services, culture, and opportunity.

Why it matters to you: Better-led projects lead to stronger communities, more reliable programs, and greater shared benefit.

The 706 Movement exists to ensure community leaders have the skills and support needed to turn vision into action—especially in resource-constrained, grant-funded settings.

Outreach & Engagement 

The 706 Movement engages the community through convenings, dialogue, and applied learning, fostering leadership development and impact. These efforts connect individuals to opportunities for learning, collaboration, and practical application in professional and community settings.

The Workplace Wins Podcast

  • Provides an inviting gateway to The 706 Movement’s leadership learning initiatives, showcasing insightful conversations that delve into workplace dynamics, address leadership challenges, and promote professional growth.

 

The Project Management Excellence Symposium

  • Serves as an annual gathering that facilitates the exchange of ideas and insights through engaging, in-person dialogue and collaborative learning.

 

Project Leadership Workshops

  • At the Community Change Leadership Lab, we transform conversations into actionable practices. Our programs are designed to enhance your skills, tackle real-world challenges, and elevate leadership capabilities within both organizations and communities. Explore our current offerings:
    • Project Leadership Training
    • Rapid Improvement Workshop Series
    • Revitalization & Cultural Preservation Initiative