To create a dialogue and rapport between the participants and existing community leadership. To stimulate within the participants an increased level of commitment and participation in the community. Following an orientation retreat in September which explores leadership skills, the class will attend nine all day sessions, each focusing on a specific aspect of Slidell, such as environment, history, state government, education, the judicial system, economic development, etc. Sessions include lectures, simulations, group discussions, panel discussions, field trips and community research projects. Any potential or existing leader who lives or works in St. Tammany Parish.
Partial scholarships are available.
In addition to learning specific leadership skills and gaining a broad exposure to the community, participants also meet their peers in other fields and form contacts which will benefit their volunteer and professional activities.