Training the next generation of civic leaders, connecting leaders in the public & private sectors, increasing diversity of policy-makers, and promoting better policy making.

Our Programs

CAP Collaborative

With a focus on diversity, pragmatism, and strategic thinking, CAP is providing critical real world skills and networks for the next generation of innovative civic leaders.

Pictured above is Mayor Wu with her Chief of Staff, Tiffany Chu (who is speaking)

CAP Fellows

A unique educational cross-training program designed for a diverse group of senior executives from the public and private sectors.

Pictured above are CAP Fellows

Using our experience, contacts, and alumni/ae to address policy issues that address and promote diversity and cross-sectoral collaboration in public policy and policy-making.

CAP in Action

Pictured above are the mayors of the CommonWealth Development Compact, representing Boston, Cambridge, Lynn, Salem, and Somerville

“The truth I want you to hear in this moment and in this space we need you to lead now!”

— Michelle Wu, Mayor of Boston

Our Partners

“Society runs on trust, and that is exactly what you are trying to rebuild with the CAP Collaborative.”

— Corey Thomas, Board Chairman, Greater Boston Chamber Of Commerce