This spring, Leadership Programs piloted a Grassroots Leadership program for students. Twelve students were selected to participate in the program, which began in January with a three-day retreat at Montara Farm in Clermont, Georgia. During the retreat, students were introduced to the Social Change Model of Leadership as well as the Midwest Academy’s model for community organizing. Over the course of the weekend, students learned the importance of identifying an issue and developing a strategy to address social justice issues in the community. The students divided into three teams to determine an issue and develop a campaign. Over the course of eight weekly workshops, students had the opportunity to meet local community organizers …more>>