Community development institute (CDI) mid-atlantic
About CDI MID-ATLANTIC
​​​The mission of CDI is to empower people with the knowledge and skills necessary to proactively​ improve the physical and human resources of their communities, thereby increasing the quality of life for all citizens.
​The CDI program consists of three, four-day training sessions which can be completed in subsequent years at the same site location or by fast-tracking to multiple sites within the CDI network in a single year or more.
Please visit the CDI website to learn more about the CDI network and the .
2026 training dates
March 23-26, 2026
Community Education Building
1200 N. French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
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Event Parking:Ìý
ColonialÌýParking
1003 W 12thÌýSt, Wilmington 19801
Hotel Accommodations:
We have reserved a block of rooms at a discounted rate forÌýCDIÌýAttendees at the Sheraton Hotel in Wilmington. There is a parking fee of $12 per night.Ìý
Professional Community Economic Developer (PCED) Certification
Exam date: May 22, 2026
Community Education BuildingÌý
1200 N. French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
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Please visit the CDI website to learn more about the and eligibility requirements, or to apply now.​
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns, contact the CCRS office, and/or schedule a meeting to speak withÌýRoger Hesketh, Director of Community Revitalization.