UPDATE: This opportunity is now open to ALL high-school aged folks in Athens County.
Attention rising sophomores and juniors in Athens County! If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your leadership skills and make a difference in your community, we have an exciting program for you.
The Athens County Foundation, in partnership with the Leadership Athens County Advisory Board, is proud to launch our youth leadership programming initiative. We invite you to apply for the Leadership Athens County Youth Summer Workshop.
This three-day program, taking place on June 13 – 15, will provide you with an opportunity to explore Athens County’s economic, political, social, and cultural landscape, develop your leadership skills, and connect with other like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference in Athens County. (For the full schedule, go here)
Our program will take place at three different locations in Athens County, and we have a full schedule planned for you. You’ll learn about Appalachian culture, recognize unique assets, understand community capacity, and more.
To be eligible for this program, you must either learn or reside in Athens County, have a strong interest in becoming a leader in your community, be able to attend all sessions and retreats, and have the support of your caregiver and school to participate.
We’re looking to select up to 30 participants from diverse backgrounds, including age, gender, academic standing, leadership experience/roles, place of residency and education, race, ethnicity, and nationality.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership skills, connect with others, and make a positive impact on Athens County. Apply now using our application form linked below, and take the first step towards becoming a future leader in your community. We can’t wait to hear from you!
If you need help completing the form, we can help you! Schedule a time to speak with our staff here.