The Leadership program was created in 1986 to assist emerging community leaders in preparing for leadership positions in local government and community affairs. The program's intent is to help the community face the complex issues of today's world while providing the necessary leadership for tomorrow.

Class 24 will see the collaboration continue with Danville Area Community College to offer transferable college credit, a service-learning program that will require a minimum of 75 community service hours, community history and leadership training.

Purpose of the Program

The purpose of Leadership Tomorrow is to be able to provide Vermilion County with a continuing resource of men and women - equipped with community knowledge and leadership skills, challenged to get involved - shaping the future and direction of our community's potential. This is done with 9 sessions, one-day-a-month curriculum, generally on the 2nd Friday of each month (except in November, when it will be the 3rd Friday to avoid Veteran's Day on the 2nd Friday), starting with a Retreat in September and ending with Graduation Day in May, where education, experience and community service are emphasized.

Leadership Tomorrow Objectives

• To develop quality leadership talents which lead to creative problem solving and future planning by the participants.
• To develop in participants an awareness of the community, its problems, challenges, and opportunities, through an educational process.
• To assist participants in assuming leadership roles in the community.
• To develop and ensure the continuation of a network of community leaders.
• To expose current issues and cutting edge information in each session - issues affecting Vermilion County and the area.
• To provide the participants the opportunity to network and receive quality information on leadership skills.

Application Process

Applications are available for Leadership Tomorrow at the Vermilion Advantage office, 28 West North Street, by calling 442-6201, or can be downloaded from our site.  Click here to learn more about the application process and the program schedule.

Leadership Tomorrow – personal & professional....commitment, involvement, giving back – an understanding of the community – past, present & future.