Project Leadership

Developing Leaders. Strengthening Community. Inspiring Action.

Project Leadership is a signature program of the Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce designed to help participants grow personally, professionally, and civically.

Through leadership development, community education, civic engagement, and hands-on service, participants gain a deeper understanding of Roseburg and Douglas County while building the relationships and skills needed to lead with confidence and purpose.

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What You'll Experience

Leadership Growth

Participants will strengthen personal and professional leadership skills through guided discussion, reflection, and practical tools. Topics may include emotional intelligence, communication, mindset, goal setting, confidence, and leading with purpose.

Civic Engagement

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the people, organizations, industries, and public systems that shape Douglas County. Each participant will also attend two local public meetings to observe civic leadership in action.

Community Project

Participants will work together on a hands-on class project that supports a local need. The class will review eligible proposals, hear from selected organizations, choose a project, and collaborate to bring it to life.

Who Should Apply

Project Leadership is for individuals who want to grow, connect, and serve.

This program is a great fit for emerging leaders, established professionals, business owners, nonprofit leaders, public-sector employees, volunteers, and community members who want to better understand Douglas County and become more involved.

You do not need a formal leadership title to apply. Project Leadership is for people who are curious, committed, and ready to invest in themselves and their community.

Tuition & Scholarships

The Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to making Project Leadership accessible to individuals from a variety of businesses, organizations, and backgrounds.

Tuition information will be provided as part of the application process. Scholarship opportunities may be available for eligible applicants, with scholarships covering up to 50% of tuition.

There is no application fee.

Program Commitment

Project Leadership requires active participation. Participants are expected to attend monthly sessions, take part in discussions and activities, complete program requirements, attend two local public meetings, and contribute to the class project.

Because the program is built around shared learning, connection, and community engagement, attendance is important to the overall class experience.

Ready to Lead?

Project Leadership is more than a class. It is an opportunity to build relationships, grow as a leader, and discover new ways to make a meaningful impact in Roseburg and Douglas County.

September 3, 2026

Orientation & Leadership

Team building and the fundamentals of leadership, mindset, emotional intelligence, and how to negotiate.

October 8, 2026

Business, Industry & Natural Resources

Our timber, manufacturing, and service industries, local resource issues, and the workforce challenges facing area businesses.

November 2026 · Date TBD

Nonprofit Day & Project Selection

The Economic Forecast breakfast, a Ford Family Foundation talk on local nonprofits, then selecting the class project.

January 7, 2027

Government & Infrastructure

City, County, and Tribal visits, how laws are made, and the City Development Director on infrastructure and utilities.

February 18, 2027

Police & Fire Day

Trends, techniques, and issues in law enforcement, plus a behind-the-scenes tour of the local fire station.

March 11, 2027

Media & Education

How to speak in front of a camera, and how education shapes the community and the challenges ahead.

April 1, 2027

Healthcare in Douglas County

A look at the state of healthcare in Douglas County and where the field is growing.

May 13, 2027

Travel & Tourism

The economic impact of local hospitality, our recreational assets and visitor destinations, and the organizations behind them.

June 7, 2027

Graduation

A celebration of the cohort's year together, with special recognition for all of our graduates.