Leadership Social Services

is a 10-month community leadership development program sponsored and facilitated by The ELM Foundation. Class members represent a variety of social service agencies and professional backgrounds including agency staff, board members, volunteers, and interested community members.

Through various experiences, participants learn to connect, communicate, and collaborate effectively in preparation to take on a more active and impactful leadership role in addressing community needs through their organizations.

Application period is OPEN for the 2027 LSS Class!

Email info@elmhsv.org for more information.

Application period CLOSES October 15, 2026.

Leadership Social Services Program Goals:

Deepen understanding of community needs
Build relationships across different agencies
Foster cross-agency collaboration
Enhance leadership skills