JEFFERSON LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The Jefferson Leadership Institute (JLI) is a comprehensive leadership development program designed to cultivate informed, engaged, and effective community leaders. Through twelve full-day, in-person sessions held between September and June, participants gain an in-depth understanding of the key issues, challenges, and opportunities shaping Jefferson County.

The curriculum blends experiential learning, facilitated discussions, and direct engagement with local leaders and organizations. Participants strengthen essential leadership skills, build meaningful professional relationships, and develop a broader perspective on how systems, sectors, and organizations work together to drive community impact. The program emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and civic responsibility, empowering participants to contribute thoughtfully and effectively to positive change.

CONTACT

Kaylee Millward

Executive Director

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PROGRAM BENEFITS

fOR THE EMPLOYER:

Develops increased leadership skills that can be used for greater organizational effectiveness.
Presents opportunities to form strategic alliances and develops a regional network to help with business solutions.
Promotes greater understanding of diversity that can be applied at place of employment.
An increase in opportunities for growth often led to an increase in workplace satisfaction and prompt higher retention rates.

fOR THE EMPLOYEE:

Provides experience in group dynamics, team leadership, presentation skills, and critical thinking.
Acquaints participants with the community’s continuing needs, challenges and resources.
Builds an informed network of diverse colleagues for individual, business and community problem solving.
Offers opportunities for participants to explore and strengthen personal leadership competencies.
Builds confidence and motivation to become actively involved in promoting positive change for Jefferson County.

TENTATIVE CURRICULUM

  
      September 18
      Kickoff & Orientation
    
      October 2
      Team Building Day
    
      October 23
      Agriculture Day
    
      November 6
      History Day
    
      December 4
      Leadership Development Day
    
      January 8
      Government & Public Safety Day
    
      January 22
      Economic Development Day
    
      February 5
      Leadership Development Day
    
      February 19
      Healthcare Day
    
      March 5
      Education Day
    
      March 19
      Leadership Development Day
    
      April 2
      Snow/Rain Date
    
      April 16
      Fort Drum Day
    
      April 30
      Snow/Rain Date
    
      May 14
      Tourism Day
    
      May 28
      Capstone Presentations
    
      June 3
      Graduation & Mixer

APPLICATION PORTAL

Applications for the Jefferson Leadership Institute Class of 2027 are currently closed.