• Leadership Monroe 2027 Application

    **About Leadership Monroe 2027**

    Leadership Monroe is a nine-month leadership development program hosted by the Forsyth-Monroe Chamber Foundation and designed to educate, empower, and connect current and emerging leaders in Forsyth and Monroe County.

    Through monthly class sessions, participants gain firsthand exposure to the people, organizations, industries, public services, and civic institutions that shape our community. The program includes visits with local leaders, behind-the-scenes tours, meaningful discussion, civic engagement opportunities, and a collaborative class project that addresses a real community need.

    Leadership Monroe is ideal for individuals who want to grow as leaders, build lasting relationships, better understand Monroe County, and become more engaged in service to the community. Participants leave the program more informed, connected, and prepared to contribute to the continued success of Forsyth and Monroe County.

    The 2027 class will include a required orientation and retreat, monthly program sessions, attendance at local public meetings, volunteer service, and participation in a class project. Applicants should be prepared to fully commit to the program schedule and actively participate in all aspects of the Leadership Monroe experience.
    Name Block - Full
    Business Address
    Home Address
    Format: M/d/yyyy
    Community Involvement
    Please explain your involvement in three community activities - civic, business, religious, political, government or social in nature. Indicate the name of the organization, your assignment or position, and describe your responsibilities. Lastly, include your role int hat organization today, if applicable.
    Which of the following categories best describes your present occupation? Please mark only one. *
    EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
    Commitment
    If selected as a Leadership Monroe participant, I understand that I am committing myself to involvement in the community upon graduation from the program. My name and contact information will be published in Chamber materials for distribution to community organizations. Additionally, my name will be given to community service organizations that are seeking volunteers. ATTENDANCE The time commitment to Leadership Monroe is twelve months. The program begins with an Opening Retreat and concludes with a Graduation Dinner. Attendance at all sessions is required. Additionally, attendance of a County Commission, City Council, and Board of Education meeting is required as well as participating in a community project. If you miss a session, you might be subject to review by the Steering Committee as to your eligibility for graduation from the program. COMMUNITY PROJECT In addition to the sessions, you will be asked to commit your time to a community project. The amount of time you will need to de-vote to the development of the project will be determined by the consensus of the group. Participation in any group meetings is expected. TUITION Leadership Monroe tuition is $750.00 for Chamber members and $900.00 for Non-Chamber members. Tuition covers all program costs for each of the sessions, Opening Retreat, and Graduation Dinner. Tuition is non-refundable once the program begins.
    Will you be able to commit to attendance at all programs? Y
    Do you have full support of your employer for the time required to participate? *
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