The Northern Berkshire Neighbors program of the Northern Berkshire Community Coalition is seeking community-minded individuals to take part in a free Community Outreach and Civic Engagement training program. Ideal participants must be committed to making positive change in the Northern Berkshires and learning how to assist residents in accessing available services. The training, formally known as Community Outreach Volunteer Program, aims to reduce health and economic disparities by training community residents to help people access services and to become more involved in their community or neighborhood.

It will take place over a six-month period, and will meet every Thursday from 5:30 to 8 p.m., beginning February 19, 2015. Please send a letter of interest and your full contact information to 61 Main Street, Suite 218, North Adams, Mass., 01247, or email [email protected] by January 20, 2015. For more information, call 413-663-7588.