Discover How Jackson County Works — From the Inside Out
Citizens Academy is your behind-the-scenes pass to local government.
In this free, monthly program, you’ll explore how County departments operate, how decisions are made, and how everything works together to serve our community. Each session focuses on a different department — giving you direct access to the people, processes, and projects that keep Jackson County running.
This isn’t a lecture series. It’s interactive, engaging, and built for curious citizens who want to understand, connect, and make a difference.
When citizens are informed, communities are stronger.
Join us and see how we serve — FOR Jackson, FOR Future, FOR You.
Check out our promo video and fill out the application below it to join!
How to Apply
To apply for Citizens Academy, please download and complete the PDF application below, then email it to [email protected].
Please note: Filling out the application only without submitting it via email or dropping it off in person to our office will not reserve your spot in the program.
Once your application is received, staff will follow up with a confirmation email to let you know you’ve been added to the class list.
You can also view the current list of confirmed applicants for the 2026 class at the link below. If you’ve submitted an application but do not see your name listed, please reach out to [email protected] for assistance.
Confirmed Class List for 2026: https://jacksoncountyfl.gov/projects/jackson-county-citizens-academy/jcca-class-list-2026