Vecinos Con Poder

Become a Vecino con Poder (Neighbor with Power) by participating in VIA’s leadership workshops designed to help residents become informed and active voices in local government. Through this series, neighbors will gain the knowledge and tools needed to understand how decisions are made, engage with elected officials, and participate in the development of the City of Milwaukee’s budget.

Whether you’re new to civic engagement or looking to strengthen your advocacy skills, these workshops will help you build confidence and make your voice heard.

Introduction to Milwaukee’s City Budget | June 15 | 6:00–7:30 PM | VIA Offices, 3524 W. National Ave.

Learn how the City of Milwaukee creates its budget, where funding comes from, how resources are allocated, and how residents can influence budget decisions.

Public Comment Workshop | July 15 | 6:00–7:30 PM | VIA Offices, 3524 W. National Ave.

Interested in speaking at a budget hearing but not sure where to start? This workshop will walk participants through the public comment process and provide guidance on crafting effective and impactful testimony.

Democracy 101 | July 29 | 6:00–7:30 PM | VIA Offices, 3524 W. National Ave.

Discover how local, state, and federal government work together. Participants will learn how to identify their elected representatives and better understand the roles and responsibilities of different levels of government.

Mayor’s Public Hearing on Plans and Budgets | Second Week of August (Date & Location TBD)

Attend the Mayor’s Public Budget Hearing to learn about the proposed city budget directly from the Mayor and share your thoughts on priorities that matter to your neighborhood and community.

Join us and become a stronger advocate for your neighborhood and the future of Milwaukee.

For more information and to RSVP:
Contact Kevin Solis at kevin@viacdc.org or (414) 409-3845.