About the program

The WACOSS Regional Community Leadership and Development Program provides an excellent opportunity for people in the Wheatbelt and South West regions working in the Community Services sector to enhance their skills and to strengthen the regional community services network.

This Program primarily focuses on areas of greatest need, as determined through close consultation with key institutions and individuals in each respective region. It sets out to:

* harness and strengthen local leadership primarily within the community services sector;
* incubate, facilitate and support the development of local and inter-regional networks;
* build sector and community capacity, spirit, strength and cohesion;
* implement strategies that promote sustainability to maintain outcomes beyond this program.

In addition to specialised training in leadership and governance, the program offers mentoring and education in community development processes.

The Program Includes:

• Free Training Opportunities
• Mentoring Scheme

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How to Get Involved

You can get involved in the WACOSS Regional Community Leadership and Development Program by:

1. Registering to attend a training session
2. Becoming a mentor
3. Requesting a mentor
4. Becoming involved in the network of community services in your region
For more information please email lynn.maclaren@wacoss.org.au or contact Lynn MacLaren, Program Manager, Sector Development, WACOSS, Tel: (08) 9420 7232.