Time is running out for community leaders to register for free skills training in 2012.
Mayor Allan Sutherland said those wishing to be part of Moreton Bay Regional Council’s Community Leaders program had until Friday, December 16 to lodge their expressions of interest.
“We’re offering 30 places to leaders in community groups and organisations who are active in youth sector, community services, the environment, sport and recreation or cultural fields,” Mayor Sutherland said.
“The 2012 program involves six days of intensive leadership training, spread over several months.
“It will cover a wide range of skills and knowledge including disaster recovery, strategic planning, group problem solving, event management, promotion, understanding and managing growth, and recruiting and retaining volunteers.”
Mayor Sutherland said that graduates from this year’s program found they picked up vital leadership skills and developed a network among themselves that has continued to provide support.
“We’re hoping 2012’s program will be equally successful,” he said.
Council is offering the Community Leaders program in partnership with Volunteering Queensland and Regional Development Australia – Moreton Bay.
Expressions of interest can be lodged online at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/communityleaders or phone council during office hours on 3205 0555 for further details.
