Program Benefits

How Will My Organization Benefit?

Your organization will benefit by raising your ability to:

• Effectively manage a collaborative decision-making process.
• Perform successfully in diverse social and professional communities.
• Cultivate community leadership skills that will build you a solid foundation from which to continue growing as a leader.
  
  

What will the Program Curriculum Cover?

Future Milwaukee's Community Leadership Program includes a focus on and development of skills relating to:

• Self-Awareness and Self-Regulation
• Empathy and Motivation
• Communication (verbal and nonverbal)
• Healthy Conflict
• Group Dynamics
• Social Skills

In addition, the program offers an opportunity for participants to learn more about and in some cases engage directly with:

• Outstanding Community Leaders
• Community Resources
• The History of our Larger Community
• Issues Facing our Community
  
  

How Will My Community Benefit?

Future Milwaukee’s mission is to develop leaders who will give back to their communities, both professionally and personally, and make lasting, positive contributions. Your particular community will benefit in many ways including the use of your enhanced leadership skills, your increased community contacts, your knowledge of leading and working with teams, and your experience working on a collaborative community project.

What Will I Be Able to Do After Graduation?

Future Milwaukee works with many different organizations to help you find the right niche if you choose to do so. The Volunteer Center of Milwaukee offers group opportunities for community service if you wish to continue working with your Future Milwaukee classmates after graduation. Board Star is an online service that helps match your skills and interests to open seats on boards. Ultimately, what you are able to do as a result of your participation in this program will be endless - at work, in your neighborhood, or in the larger community.