Vicksburg Leadership Program Application Deadline August 16

VICKSBURG, Miss. – The Vicksburg Leadership Program for 2024-2025 will begin August 26 with orientation and a Meet and Greet happy hour. The application deadline is this Friday, August 16 for those who are interested in signing up.

The Vicksburg Leadership Program is a nine-month, project-based initiative. The program sets to empower participants with unique opportunities to develop and demonstrate leadership skills. Participants will identify and address key issues impacting Vicksburg-Warren County, fostering solutions that benefit both the community and the participants.

“Leadership Vicksburg is dedicated to transforming community members into community leaders. As a city, we are committed to fostering a culture where residents actively engage in their community and take action by utilizing their leadership skills,” said Mayor Flaggs, “I am particularly proud of the partnership between the Leadership Vicksburg participants and the mentoring program they developed for the Youth Development Center. It is inspiring to see the positive contributions participants make to our city, especially through initiatives that support and nurture our youth.”

After the orientation and Meet and Greet in August, the group will meet the second Wednesday of each month.

Registration for the program is $500. You can find the registration form here.