Neighborhood Leadership Program

The Neighborhood Leadership Program (NLP) is free to participants and is offered by the City of Long Beach Housing and Neighborhood Services Bureau. This five (5) month multilingual program assists grassroots residents and provides you with the skills, knowledge and resources you need to make a difference in the quality of life in our community.

This program will help:

Improve your communication skills
Recognize the benefits of diversity
Create innovative solutions for improving your neighborhood
Identify resources and partnerships
Apply for grants
Plan and complete a community project
Gain confidence as a public speaker

Meet Long Beach decision-makers:

Mayor and City Council
Community, Government and Non-Profit Leaders
Neighborhood Leadership Program Alumni

Upcoming Events

Please join us for the Neighborhood Leadership Program's upcoming community events. These projects are hosted by residents participating in the Neighborhood Leadership Program Class of 2026 and made possible with generous support from the Port of Long Beach.

Community Cleanup Day

When: Saturday, July 18, from 10 a.m. – noon
Where: Latinos in Action (1350 Pine Ave.)

Corridors 2 Success: East Anahim Career Fair

When: Saturday, July 18, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: Mark Twain Library (1401 E. Anaheim St.)

Blooms, Books and Bins

When: Saturday, July 18, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: The Guidance Center (1301 Pine Ave.)

Rise Through Learning: An All-Ages Educational Career Fair

When: Saturday, July 25, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: MacArthur Park (1321 E. Anaheim St.)

NLP Application

The 2026 application is now closed.

To learn more about the program, view the brochure or watch the video.

For additional information, please contact the Housing and Neighborhood Services Bureau at 562.570.1010 or via e-mail to Francisco.Rodriguez@longbeach.gov.