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Participation
in Leadership Cayuga
The Leadership Cayuga participants are comprised of small business
owners, public servants, corporate executives, social service agency
professionals, area youth and other concerned members of the community.
The youth component of Leadership Cayuga encourages future leaders
to be active, contributing members of their community. High school
seniors join adult participants as peers through the entire program,
to gain a better understanding of the complexity of community issues,
while developing and defining their leadership skills.
You are encouraged to apply for acceptance
into the Leadership Cayuga program if:
- You have a strong interest and commitment to
your community;
- You are committed to your personal leadership
development;
- You anticipate an active role in business and
community activities;
- You wish to gain access to a network of business,
government, community leaders and resources;
- You believe change can be anticipated, managed
and directed for the betterment of Cayuga County.
Tuition for Leadership
Cayuga is $900.00.
Cayuga County Chamber members receive a $50 discount on tuition.
Tuition covers the overnight retreat, all program costs including
the facilities for each session, two Chamber Public Affair Forums
and the graduation dinner. Tuition may be paid by the participant,
business firm or organization, or a combination of both and must
be received before the overnight retreat.
Tuition contribution for Youth Leadership participants is $200. The remainder of the youth tuition is funded by business or community organizations, and through contributions to a scholarship fund.
A limited number of partial scholarships
are available. Applicants who need financial assistance are encouraged
to seek sponsorship, often available through local service clubs
or other providers.
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