Training for Local Elected Officials

The Rappaport Institute is currently restructuring its training for local elected officials. If you would like to be contacted when the Institute announces its new training program please send an email to Polly O'Brien, Assistant Director.

If you are interested in attending the one-year (full- or part-time) mid-career Masters in Public Administration program at the Kennedy School of Government, there are two scholarship options for local public officials.

Jerome L. Rappaport Sr./Boston Urban Fellowship

For elected officials in the greater Boston area, as defined by the counties of Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, Essex, Franklin, Plymouth and Bristol. And nonelected officials serving in the City of Boston. Candidates should demonstrate an interest in urban and metropolitan issues, and a capacity for leadership and a continuing commitment to contribute to the well being of the greater Boston Area. (More)

Governor Robert F. Bradford Fellowship for Excellence in Public Administration

For public leaders working in the Executive Branch of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Application procedures for this program are handled by the Human Resources Division of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. For information, call 617-727-3777 x580.