YOUTH LEADERSHIP COLLIER
The mission of Youth Leadership Collier (YLC) is to develop ethical leaders committed to active community involvement. Now approaching our fifteenth year of programming, YLC has reached over 500 students to date. YLC empowers students to become effective leaders through hands on experiences and field work with key organizations, while encouraging returning or staying in Collier County to begin careers and community leadership.
Youth Leadership Collier is a week-long intensive program that begins with a weekend of team-building and leadership enhancing activities. Participants then interact in daily sessions designed to give them first-hand experience in different aspects of the community. Topics include local government, healthcare, law enforcement, business, agriculture, media, human services, environment, and the arts.
YLC will be held June 6 -12, 2020. Applications are closed for the Class of 2020.
The mission of Youth Leadership Collier (YLC) is to develop ethical leaders committed to active community involvement. Now approaching our fifteenth year of programming, YLC has reached over 500 students to date. YLC empowers students to become effective leaders through hands on experiences and field work with key organizations, while encouraging returning or staying in Collier County to begin careers and community leadership.
Youth Leadership Collier is a week-long intensive program that begins with a weekend of team-building and leadership enhancing activities. Participants then interact in daily sessions designed to give them first-hand experience in different aspects of the community. Topics include local government, healthcare, law enforcement, business, agriculture, media, human services, environment, and the arts.
YLC will be held June 6 -12, 2020. Applications are closed for the Class of 2020.
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How Individuals Benefit
Time Commitment
Youth Leadership Collier (YLC) runs 7 full days in June, typically the week after school ends. Saturday, Sunday, and Friday will include evenings, while Monday through Thursday sessions typically end around 5pm.
Who Should Apply
Applicants must:
How to Apply
Applications are open from November through February of each year. Applications received after the deadline are not accepted.
The selection committee strives to create a diverse class of approximately 33 students representing all of Collier County high schools.
Tuition
Tuition is $500. Limited scholarships are available based on need.
Questions
For more information, contact Amanda Beights or call (239) 403-2903.
- Unforgettable experiences and relationships that support students’ future success.
- 50 hours of community service.
Time Commitment
Youth Leadership Collier (YLC) runs 7 full days in June, typically the week after school ends. Saturday, Sunday, and Friday will include evenings, while Monday through Thursday sessions typically end around 5pm.
Who Should Apply
Applicants must:
- Be a member of the junior class of a Collier County school (includes public, private, alternative and home-schools).
- Demonstrate leadership in your school and/or the community.
- Have an interest in furthering your knowledge about Collier County and community leadership.
- Commit to 100% PARTICIPATION in the YLC program week.
How to Apply
Applications are open from November through February of each year. Applications received after the deadline are not accepted.
The selection committee strives to create a diverse class of approximately 33 students representing all of Collier County high schools.
Tuition
Tuition is $500. Limited scholarships are available based on need.
Questions
For more information, contact Amanda Beights or call (239) 403-2903.
