It is the intent of the Leadership Institute Program to provide a foundation of knowledge that potential leaders will use to aid their involvement in community affairs. The effectiveness of personal involvement in the future development of the area can be enhanced through increased knowledge of the community’s history, citizenry and social, economic and political make-up.
Purpose
The purpose of Leadership Institute is to identify and motivate emerging leaders by developing their potential for community leadership.
Objective
The objective of the Leadership Institute Program is to encourage the participants to actively engage in future activities that contribute to the growth and betterment of the community.
Eligibility
For consideration in the Leadership Institute Program, priority will be given to applicants who live or work in the Alvin-Manvel area and who have demonstrated leadership potential in organizations or activities related to the betterment of the community. Additional applications will be considered based on available class space.
Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, November 14, 2008. No applicant will be excluded from consideration on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, or disability.
Attendance Requirements
An applicant to this program should seriously consider the time commitment involved. Attendance in program activities is mandatory to receive the certificate of completion. It is expected that a participant shall attend every program session
in its entirety. Out of courtesy to our program guest speakers and hosts, promptness is expected.
Absenteeism
Unforeseen professional and personal conflicts do arise from time to time. Program participants must promptly notify one of the Program Chairs if they are unable to participate in a scheduled program activity. In lieu of this absence, the program participant will be required to complete a supplemental project presentation or activity to maintain their eligibility in the program. A participant’s excessive absenteeism may result in their removal from the Leadership Institute Program.
Program Fees
The fee for participating in the nine month Leadership Institute Program is $350 for Chamber members and $375 for non-Chamber members. This non-refundable program fee underwrites a portion of the handout materials provided, meals and refreshments, and other program activities. Program fees are due and payable once an applicant is accepted into the program.
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