The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Wedgworth Leadership Institute for Agriculture and Natural Resources is soliciting nominations for Class XIII of its two-year leadership development program.
The program includes 11 multi-day seminars throughout Florida, the United States and internationally to develop leaders. Class XIII will begin in Gainesville in November.
LEADERSHIP GOALS
The goal of the program is to ensure a strong and adaptable Florida agriculture and natural resources industry for generations to come. The Wedgworth program prepares leaders to:
- Assume greater responsibilities in their organizations, industries and communities
- Create strategic alliances to build strong networks
- Analyze complex issues to influence constructive change through policy formation
- Develop a better understanding of self and others, as well as the diverse communities in which we live and work
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for consideration, nominees must:
- Be at least 25 years old by the application deadline of May 15
- Have resided in Florida for a minimum of one year
- Receive a substantial portion of their income from Florida agriculture, natural resources and/or related industries
- Demonstrate strong leadership potential
Self-nominations are accepted. The nomination period closes May 1, and completed applications are due no later than May 15.
To submit a nomination, click here.
PROGRAM HISTORY
The Wedgworth Leadership Institute for Agriculture and Natural Resources hosted its inaugural class in 1992. With more than 300 program graduates, it has become the cornerstone program for developing the next generation of agricultural leaders in Florida.
The program is administered by UF/IFAS and housed in the University of Florida Department of Agricultural Education and Communication.
Source: UF/IFAS
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