Do you know a 10th or 11th grade student who would be interested in Leadership Birmingham's high school program?
What: Youth Leadership Forum is a program for area high school leaders to learn about local issues, systems, and structures that form our dynamic metropolitan area of Greater Birmingham. YLF was established by Leadership Birmingham graduates in 1986 to educate high school sophomores and juniors about Greater Birmingham and to develop their leadership skills.
YLF provides in-depth programming to acquaint students with community needs, opportunities, problems and resources. Students have the opportunity to interact with community leaders and to develop relationships with a diverse group of student leaders from across Jefferson County.
Who: Sophomores and Juniors who attend school or reside in Jefferson County. Students should also:
Demonstrate leadership in school and/or community activities
Express an interest in furthering their knowledge of greater Birmingham
Have the ability to engage in challenging discussions
Commit to 100% attendance at all sessions (see program calendar)
Maintain at least a "B" average
How to apply: The application and reference forms are available on our website at ylfbham.org. For more information, contact Katherine Berdy at katherine@ylfbham.org or (205) 252-6559.
Applications are due Monday, October 3
