2022 VAD Academy
The VAD Academy short for Vacant, Abandoned, and Deteriorated Properties Training Academy is a virtual bootcamp for public, private, nonprofit, and community leaders whose work and communities are impacted by challenges related to VAD properties.
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The VAD Academy is designed for government, nonprofit, and private sector professionals and community partners, who aim to equitably address problem properties. If you work primarily in one issue area (such as code enforcement) and want to better understand how your day-to-day intersects with other areas of work, VAD is a great opportunity for you.
Read More2020 VAD Academy: Unlocking Todays Vacancy Solutions
From residents quality of life and neighborhood health to property values and a local governments ability to operate equitably, effectively, and efficiently, vacant properties have far-reaching impacts on communities. Whether spurred by natural disasters, industry loss, or inequitable decision-making these properties create compound challenges for residents and local governments. Join the 2020 Vacant, Abandoned, and…
Read MoreReimagine Delinquent Property Tax Enforcement
How delinquent property tax enforcement can be a powerful tool to address the most harmful vacant and abandoned properties and revitalize communities.
Read MoreLand Banking 101 en Español
A Spanish-language webinar about land banks and land banking and how land banks can help communities in disaster recovery efforts.
Read MoreVacant Property Leadership Institute (2022)
The 2022 Vacant Property Leadership Institute was an intensive four-day training hosted by Center for Community Progress and National League of Cities.
Read MoreLeaders of Color in Land Banking
How land banks and community development organizations can increase diversity and better represent their communities.
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