Our Mission
The mission of Leadership Northeast is to develop informed and committed leaders from all segments of the community who will serve, strengthen and improve Northeastern Pennsylvania. Hundreds of people connect with LNE every year through our six Leadership programs, community impact project initiatives and active alumni network. There are multiple entry points into the organization offering varying degrees of opportunity to explore your potential, widen your sphere of influence, engage in authentic relationships with other leaders, and ultimately impact the quality of life in our region.
Our Programs
Core Program
Designed for adult professionals to develop leadership skills, become more involved within our community, and build connections through networking events.
Impact: Leadership in Education
Brings together the region’s education professionals for a series of interactive sessions designed to empower teachers to be progressive agents of positive change within schools.
Junior Leadership Program
Community based leadership program for high school juniors who learn leadership development, community awareness and meet with area leaders in business, government and Education.
Executive Leadership
A community orientation program for professionals who have recently moved to the area or those who want to be reacquainted with the community.
Amplify: Women's Leadership Certificate Program
A premier women’s leadership certificate program offering cutting-edge leadership development, high-level networking opportunities, and a dynamic series of speakers who will address the unique needs of women in the workforce.
News
Northeast Sight Services Holds Ribbon Cutting of Renovated Accessible Teaching Kitchen
At Friday’s ribbon cutting ceremony for Northeast Sight Services renovated accessible kitchen, President/CEO Amy Feldman said the kitchen represents more than just a room.
Leadership Northeast Honors Pedri, Graduates at 44th Annual Event
Leadership Northeast on Thursday honored C. David Pedri, Esq. of the Luzerne Foundation, as its 2025 Distinguished Leadership Award recipient at the 44th Annual Dinner and Graduation, held at the Woodlands Inn.
Junior Leadership Northeast Honors Class of 2025
Students from 17 area high schools graduated from the Junior Leadership Northeast (JLNE) program on Wednesday night at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts.
Tunkhannock Teacher Opens Recharge Room to Ease Staff Burnout, Stress
A fountain trickles. Zen music plays quietly. Dim lighting illuminates comfortable seating, a beverage center and books and artwork for inspiration. When Tunkhannock Primary Center teachers and staff feel stressed, overwhelmed or anxious, they can recharge in a repurposed mailroom.
Leadership Northeast Project Committee Building a Garden for Clients at Step by Step
Each year, the members of the Leadership Northeast Core Class take on several Community Impact Projects aimed at bettering the community. And for eight members of the class of 2025, their project is not only going to require a lot of work, but also a green thumb.
Leadership Northeast Plans Antique Store at Historic Wilkes-Barre Home
Leadership Northeast, a nonprofit community-based program that aims to help develop and implement civic projects, is shooting for another project in Wilkes-Barre as they look to renovate part of the Zebulon Butler House.
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