Youth Leadership Wake Forest

“Youth Leadership Wake Forest taught me how to engage with others and be a better leader in my community.”

Tessa, student

Youth Leadership Wake Forest

Youth Leadership Wake Forest is a year-long program for 10th-12th grade students who have demonstrated leadership abilities and have interest in learning about our community. Our mission is for participants to assume leadership roles in our schools and to become more involved in civic, cultural, economic development, and philanthropic organizations.

Youth Leadership Wake Forest requires an application and community references. The class is limited to 40 students.

Youth Leadership Wake Forest session topics:

  1. Leadership Essentials (September 11th, 2024)
  2. Teamwork and Self-Awareness (October 16th, 2024)
  3. Building Your Own Personal Brand (November 6, 2024)
  4. Financial Literacy (December 4th, 2024)
  5. Community Leadership and Involvement (January 29, 2025)
  6. Civic Leadership and Economic Development (February 12, 2025)
  7. Interview Skills and Time Management (March 5, 2025)

Youth Leadership Wake Forest is led by the Wake Forest Area Chamber Foundation and its many volunteers. There is a tuition cost for this program, and scholarships are available. Scholarship funding is provided through grants and corporate partnerships.

Key Dates & Pricing

Frequency:
Meets monthly during the traditional school year calendar

Application Deadline:
The application window for 2024-25 is NOW OPEN!

Pricing:
Tuition: $500