WOMEN TAKE CHARGE

The deadline for application to the next New Leadership Oregon conference this summer– aimed at women, to emphasize the values of leadership and raise awareness about community and political issues – is Feb. 18.

Any woman currently enrolled in a college or university in Oregon is qualified to apply. The Summer Residential Program for this conference is set for June 18-23 at Portland State University.

The participation fee for the six-day conference, including food, housing, and materials, is about $250. There are also scholarships available for students to help reduce that cost.

A followup fall training date will take place in September.

According to Edith Ramirez, ambassador of the program, “It is a great opportunity to meet great leader women in our community, learn leadership skills, gather with students from different colleges or universities, increase your networking and boost your self-confidence.”

The goals and missions of the program include giving young women leadership skills and opportunities that can benefit them in their life, while giving them a memorable experience.

“English is my second language, and I started learning this language in my thirties,” said Ramirez, a returning MHCC student. “Sometimes it was challenging to continue school, and I had thought to end my education, but I did not. Fortunately, I had the opportunity to be selected to attend New Leadership Oregon 2019 where I met great women leaders who have been making a difference in our community. This program helped me to develop leadership skills, and boosted my confidence to pursue a higher education.”

For more information on the program or to apply online, visit: thecenterforwomensleadership.org