The Resilience Foundations Certificate Program is a 12 week course that equips and unifies leaders across diverse sectors with standardized frameworks and competencies in systems-level resilience to enhance cross-sector coordination and support community sustainability. Grounded in the unique challenges and strengths of Virginia, the program addresses the state’s increasing exposure to climate-related risks such as sea-level rise, recurrent flooding, extreme heat, and economic disruption. Participants will explore real-world strategies drawn from Virginia’s leadership in coastal resilience, equitable adaptation planning, and intergovernmental collaboration. By focusing on the Commonwealth’s ongoing resilience initiatives—from the Virginia Coastal Resilience Master Planning Framework to local and regional resilience hubs—this program prepares professionals to build adaptive capacity and drive systemic change across communities statewide. Learn more about the program on our website.