About the Program
Leadership Dorchester is an 11-month intensive study of the political, civic, economic, and social dynamics at work within Dorchester County.
Over the course of a cycle, participants examine how the county is governed, how its economy functions, which institutions shape daily life here, and how sustained growth is changing each of those things at once.
Participants come away with a working understanding of the region — the kind of context that is difficult to assemble on your own, and that makes a difference when you join a board, lead an organization, or take on a civic role.
What the Program Covers
How the county is governed, where authority actually sits, and how public decisions get made.
The institutions, nonprofits, and volunteer networks that hold the community together day to day.
The industries and employers driving the local economy, and what keeps it resilient through change.
The people, neighborhoods, and history behind the county — and how rapid growth is reshaping them.
How to Take Part
The program runs on an annual cycle. Get in touch and we will send you what applies to the upcoming class, including:
Get Involved
Sponsorships help keep Leadership Dorchester accessible to participants from every corner of the community.
