Leadership Jacksonville (LJ) is the year-long flagship program. Since 1977, this program has brought together over 50 leaders throughout the Jacksonville community, to build relationships with other leaders and to promote a network of ethical community leaders committed to the greater good.
The LJ program analyzes major areas of community concern and provides opportunities for open dialogue between leaders with diverse perspectives.
Program Goals
- Broaden participants’ perspective to deepen their understanding of the community.
- Inform participants about Jacksonville’s assets and potential in critical areas.
- Stimulate interest and encourage commitment of the participants in critical program areas and promote a team approach to resolving the community’s problems.
- Enhance participants’ leadership capabilities.
Provide structured opportunities for participants through interaction to form a network for cooperative trusteeship.
One of the best things I ever did is participate in Leadership Jacksonville. I made good connections and new friends. Thanks to all who make it happen every year. – Patrick Yack (LJ 2005)
Applications for the LJ Class of LJ 2026 are now closed.
Leadership Jacksonville has established itself as the ultimate space to learn about Jacksonville, construct robust developmental networks,
and do ‘the work’ needed to be a better Jacksonville. – Dr. Rudy Jamison (LJ 2021)
