Somerset County is currently accepting applications for its Leadership Somerset Class of 2016. Leadership Somerset is a year-long adult community leadership program. which allows participants enhance their leadership skills while broadening their knowledge of community issues within Somerset County. Applications are accepted from adults who live or work in Somerset County, NJ.
Created in 2000 by the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders, in partnership with the Somerset County Business Partnership, Raritan Valley Community College, and the United Way of Northern New Jersey, Somerset County, the Leadership Somerset program is still sponsored by Somerset County. A class of up to 30 diverse adults is competitively selected each fall from the pool of applicants.
This program begins in January and is held one day a month. Each monthly session occurs on a weekday, typically between 8:15 AM and 4:30 PM. Most sessions are held in Somerville. Leadership Somerset has a program fee of $350. This covers participation in all sessions, materials, and meals.
Those interested in participating may check out http://www.leadershipsomerset.org or meet with program staff and alumni at one of two open house events in Somerville. Tuesday, September 22 from 8:00 –9:00 AM or Thursday, October 1 from 4:30-5:30 PM. (RSVP to leadershipsomerset@co.somerset.nj.us and additional details will be sent to you).