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Lifetime Leaders Program (LLP)
The Lifetime Leaders Program (LLP) is designed for retiring or newly retired individuals who seek to share their wealth of experience and leadership in a significant capacity within their communities. Leadership Fairfax faculty and leadership coaches help participants develop a vision for the next chapter in their lives. They identify the skills and experiences that are most meaningful to each person, while looking outward to the Fairfax County community for opportunities for civic awareness, community engagement, and volunteer connections.
LLP FALL 2024 CLASS DATES & LOCATIONS
Wednesday, September 25 - Apple Federal Credit Union
Wednesday, October 9 - Fairfax County Government Center
Wednesday, October 23 - TBD
Wednesday, November 6 - County Field Trip
Wednesday, November 20 - Fairfax County Government Center
Wednesday, December 4 - TBD
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
The Lifetime Leaders Program is for those who have a lifetime of accumulated skills and leadership, and seek to share their wealth of experience to improve their communities and their lives.
GOALS OF THE LIFETIME LEADERS PROGRAM
To recognize and enable your unique lifetime leadership potential in the greater Fairfax County community. As a cohort we will:
- Explore the concept of Lifetime Leadership
- Understand the nature of Fairfax County Government and community collaborations
- Define passion and purpose for community service and volunteering
- Identify opportunities for civic engagement
- Establish a personal network of community-minded colleagues
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must also meet the following criteria:
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Submit a résumé with your registration paperwork
- Be willing to commit the required time to the Lifetime Leaders Program
- Be committed to utilizing leadership skills and knowledge for the long-term benefit of the community
- Attend the six program days
PROGRAM COMMITMENT
- Every 2 weeks for 2 months
- Every other Wednesday of the month
- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
During the two-month program, class members will meet at a variety of venues in Fairfax County for a total of six sessions. Outside speakers, site visits and tours, and hands-on exercises allow for active engagement on class days.
TUITION
Tuition for the Lifetime Leaders Program is $500. If accepted and enrolled into the program, you will be obligated for the full tuition fee of $500 payable by the start of the program. Tuition covers all program costs plus:
- Complimentary invitation to the annual alumni reception
- Member pricing on Leadership Fairfax events including the NVLA luncheon and Board of Supervisors Breakfast
- Access to the Leadership Fairfax Alumni Directory that lists the over 2,500 alums who hold high level positions in their organizations and on boards of nonprofit and community organizations.
TUITION ASSISTANCE
We offer limited tuition assistance, based on demonstrated financial need. If you indicate on your application that assistance is requested, you will receive an email link to that application. Tuition assistance requests are evaluated separately and are not a factor in the selection process.
