The search is on for community leaders

The recent events happening around the state make it clear we need good leadership within our communities.

Greater Shepparton is looking for interested local people who want to develop their community leadership potential to join their Community Leadership program.

The program is now entering its seventh year, with many graduates passing through the program and taking their leadership skills to the next level.

The 2020 Community Leadership Program is called ‘Fundamentals of Leadership’ and will provide participants with the knowledge they need to be effective and inspiring leaders.

The program will involve six fortnightly sessions on a Wednesday from 5.30pm for 2-3 hours, dependant on the session. The six sessions will cover community leadership, public speaking, conflict resolution and communication, community engagement and advocacy, networking and creating partnerships, reflection, resilience and goal setting

Council Manager Neighbourhoods, Amanda Tingay said, “This is a great program for those starting out in their leadership journey or those wanting to gain more leadership capacity.”

Numbers are limited in the 2020 program with just 20 places available. This program will commence in March 2020. Participants must be aged 18 years or older.

Completed registrations can be submitted to communityadmin@shepparton.vic.gov.au or hand delivered and marked attention Community Strengthening, Greater Shepparton City Council, Welsford Street, Shepparton before Sunday 1 March 2020.

Application forms and further information is located on Council’s website www.greatershepparton.com.au