Neighbors-Join Pittsburgh Metro-Urban Institute at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in the launch of its Urban Leadership Series on Mon., Nov., 6 at 6 p.m. in McNaugher Lounge on campus. The topic for this opening session will be, CONDUCTING A COMMUNITY ASSESSMENT presented by Jerome Jackson, Executive Director of Operation Better Block. This session will prepare individuals to effectively assess the assets, needs, and resources within their community. A community assessment is an effective tool for individuals and organizations to ensure their initiatives are appropriately addressing the needs of the community and utilizing its resources. This event is free and open to the public. Networking and hors d'oeuvres will be held from 6:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. with the workshop beginning at 6:30 p.m. To register, please email cthorpe@pts.edu<mailto:cthorpe@pts.edu>. Robin Menard rmenard@pts.edu<mailto:rmenard@pts.edu>