community leadership
leadership training
every member can be a leader
Community Leadership is a series of workshops that combines education, networking, and practical application. Our down-to-earth approach to skill-building gives co-op members the tools they need to be successful leaders in their communities—and beyond. This is an opportunity to gather ideas from fellow co-op members from across the state and identify areas for collaboration and peer-to-peer support.
We believe every community member is, has been, or could be, a community leader: volunteers, committee chairs, elected directors, and members who are willing to step up when needed. Leadership roles are as varied as the tasks that need to be done.
Every co-op member has experience and knowledge that could be helpful to others struggling with the same, or similar, challenges.
2023/2024 class dates and times:
- Oct. 14, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Concord,
- Nov. 1, 6 to 8 p.m., online
- Nov. 8, 6 to 8 p.m., online
- Nov. 18, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Concord
- Dec. 16, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Concord
- Jan. 20, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., online
- Feb. 17, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., online
- Mar. 16, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Concord
- Mar. 29, GRADUATION, TBA, in Concord -- A party to celebrate you!
The basics of co-op management. Corporate governance, board and member roles and responsibilities, and sound financial management practices.
Building a team
Real-time team-building exercises.
What is a leader?
Explore your own leadership potential and skills you can put them to use in your co-op, work, and home life.
Seeking maximum involvement
Tried and true community-building tools that will increase member engagement.
Effective communications
How to listen actively, ask good questions, and give good feedback. Learn how to be effective communicating with a group, or an individual.
Conflict resolution
Strategies for deescalating and resolving conflict.
Planning is power
How to set goals, make an action plan and carry it out.
Leadership grads say:
"This class was challenging, interesting, motivating, and fun!"
"I plan to use the action/workplan both personally and for the co-op."
"The atmosphere was very upbeat and the feeling in the air was electric! It kept me very alert and wanting to learn more."
"Trust me, it's well worth your time. You're not alone with issues you are having in your community."
Apply now for 2023-24 Community Leadership
Application webform
Application deadline is Sept. 26, 2023.
All participants are required to attend the first class on Oct. 14..
The costs of the training series are paid entirely by the New Hampshire Community Loan Fund, including the costs of lunches and a mileage reimbursement during in-person class dates. A fee will be charged to convert your training series certificate to college credits, if you choose.
The class will consist of approximately 25 participants selected from cooperatives in New Hampshire. The selection committee will review all applications and notify applicants by email no later than Sept. 30.
Please note that slots are limited, so apply today!
If you have questions or concerns, please email Kelli Cicirelli or call her at (800) 432-4110, ext. 744.
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