Community Leadership Program

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The Moira Shire Community Leadership Program empowers emerging and existing leaders to actively shape the future of our community.

Originally created through the Community Recovery Hubs Program following the October 2022 flood events, the program began by strengthening resilience during times of crisis. Today, it builds on that foundation to develop leadership capability across Moira Shire’s community groups, organisations, and local government.

Open to residents aged 18 and over, this free program offers participants the chance to build confidence, develop leadership skills in governance, strategy, policy, and public speaking, and strengthen leadership values such as integrity, service, accountability, inclusion, and collaboration. Participants also build valuable networks with like-minded people passionate about making a difference.

Leadership starts here. No matter your background — if you care about your community, this program is for you.

Council encourages participants to engage with a mentor, providing guidance and support to help leaders grow and succeed.

2027 Expression of Interest

Thank you for your interest in the 2027 Moira Shire Community Leadership Program. 

Please complete this for to register your Expression of Interest, our Community Wellbeing team will be in touch once official applications are open. 

Please note this form registers one person at a time. If you would like to register interest on behalf of multiple people, please contact our Community Wellbeing team (03) 5871 9222 or email communityleadership@moira.vic.gov.au.


Applications

Applications for the 2027 program will be available at a later date. 

Please reach out to Community Wellbeing team on 03 5871 9222 or email communityleadership@moira.vic.gov.au should you have any enquires or need assistance. 

Process

The Community Leadership Program is open to all individuals who meet the application guidelines. 

Council Officers assess the applications to ensure applicants are eligible and suitable for the Program. 
There is capacity for up to 20 people in the program. Participants will be notified of the outcome after applications close. 

Please contact the Community Wellbeing Department on (03) 5871 9222 or via email, communityleadership@moira.vic.gov.au if you would like more information about when applications will open.

Guidelines

Applicants must: 

  • Be 18-years or over. 
  • Live in, or work within the Moira Shire Local Government Area. 
  • Have a desire to develop your leadership skills in order to contribute to your community. 
  • Be able to commit to attend all of the sessions in order to understand, gain knowledge and experience the full benefits of the program. 

Contact Details

For assistance in completing this form or if you wish to discuss your application, please contact the Community Wellbeing Department at Council on (03) 5871 9222 or via emailcommunityleadership@moira.vic.gov.au.